Innovation Strategist

2 weeks ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Mortenson Full time
About Mortenson

Mortenson is a Top 25 builder, developer, and EPC with expertise spanning markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Job Summary

Provide leadership in vision, strategy, and thinking methodologies used to innovate new products and services, introduce novel or disruptive ideas, improve existing processes, and create a culture of innovation within Mortenson.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and assist in prioritization of Mortenson's Innovation Stage Gate Process to help prioritize the development of innovative ideas created by the i4 team and by various Mortenson team members.
  • Create a business case and return-on-investment estimate for prioritized innovative initiatives.
  • Assist in the programmatic and schematic planning of prototypes and pilots for innovative initiatives.
  • Produce conceptual, schematic, and constructability designs for bespoke products, prefabricated assemblies, and aspects of all buildings and infrastructure associated with Mortenson's market sectors.
  • Explore and implement advanced design tools and techniques, including 4D design, computational design, and generative design.
  • Support operating groups in developing and advancing their annual business plans, specifically related to their innovation goals and objectives.
  • Work with group leaders to crowd source innovative ideas and advance a culture of innovation.
  • Build strategic relationships with established companies, start-ups, and academic institutions to accelerate innovation in the AEC industry.
  • Monitor new/alternative technological trends and developments and utilize resources and tools to implement changes that will strengthen the organization as an industry leader.
Requirements and Education
  • Strategic Planning - Thorough knowledge of research and analysis methods and techniques; thorough knowledge of statistical analysis and forecasting techniques.
  • Ability to readily generate detailed estimates and schedules associated with individual projects and the aggregate of multiple projects throughout an annual cycle.
  • Technology - Knowledge of general office equipment and personal computers to include word processing, spreadsheet, and related software.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of office systems, practices, procedures, and administration.
  • Technical Proficiency - Iterative design implementation in tools such as Revit, Tekla, Rhino, Inventor, Solidworks, Sketchup, etc.
  • Experience in electrical/mechanical/low-voltage systems, fabrication techniques, building codes, construction materials, etc.
  • Data Analytics - Knowledge of organization and operations analysis techniques in order to study complex business issues, perform analysis between multiple datasets, conduct predictive analysis, and convey results to management.
  • Communication/Engagement - Effectively work and build relationships with respect to diverse input, backgrounds, organization levels, and feedback.
  • Ability to travel up to 25%.
  • Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related EAC industry degree.
  • Minimum of 6 years related to AEC industry or construction experience.


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