DEI Program Manager - Military Veterans
at Mortenson
ABOUT MORTENSON
As a Top 25 builder, developer, and EPC, our expertise spans 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.
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SUMMARY
At Mortenson, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers of innovation and success. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We are looking for a passionate and experienced DEI Program Manager to lead the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts on a large project or for an operating group. In this role, you'll support and implement DEI initiatives of the company at the campus level, partner with various teams and organizations to further DEI efforts and help drive DEI strategy and roadmap.
RESPONSIBILITIES
On-Site Engagement: Serve as lead for DEI initiatives across key project sites and engage in person with key stakeholders.
DEI Strategy and Implementation: Collaborate with the VP of DEI, DEI Manager, Campus Leadership and other stakeholders in establishment of a DEI strategy, roadmap and implementation plan for a large project or operating group. Leverage experiences and best practices to help inform work. Ensure that campuses are meeting customer expectations.
Cultural Change: Create and implement programs, in concert with project and group leadership and other stakeholders, to help shape a more inclusive and equitable culture on our project sites.
Supplier Diversity: Work to help build a strong alliance with Diverse owned businesses that can be considered when allocating scopes of the project.
Industry Engagement: Participate in various stakeholder groups including, cross-company working groups, external professional groups, customers and competitors, to develop DEI action plans to improve the industry.
Talent Management: Collaborate with stakeholders to develop a Learning and Development plan with respect to DEI, and other talent management initiatives.
Business Resource Groups: Work with DEI leadership to support and help lead strategy and implementation of Business Resource groups on large projects or across an operating group.
Trade Partner / Union Relationships: Develop and execute a strategy to bring DEI awareness and positive culture building with our trade partners and labor union partners to promote a culture of equity and inclusion on project sites.
DEI Tracking: Oversee and assist with tracking and reporting of DEI statistics for our projects, including worker demographics, business entity participation, and DEI training.
DEI Events: Assist in the planning and execution of DEI events on projects with key Stakeholders. Events targeted at celebrating diversity and promoting equity and inclusion.
All other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 3 years of DEI related experience required
HR experience - preferred (e.g. Talent acquisition, Talent Management, Learning and Development)
Knowledge of DEI best practices, strategies, and implementation learnings
Project Management Skills - Ability to develop a detailed plan, stay organized, and get things done
Communication and Collaboration - Ability to work with others to drive alignment, share and obtain insights and move things forward with strong teamwork orientation
Strategic Thinking
Able to organize and prioritize multiple programs and stakeholders
Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
Ability to travel up to 50%+ and/or travel two to four times per month.
In-Office/in person engagement required at suggested rate of 60+% in office.
Proficiency in PC and widely used software packages, such as MS Office Suite, and HRIS/database and applicant tracking system
PREFERRED
Bachelor's degree
Graduate degree
DEI Certification or Continuing Education in DEI Space
Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
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At Mortenson, we’re builders at heart. As a top builder, developer, and EPC in the U.S., our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. With over 6,000 team members and $5.5 billion in annual revenue, we are working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.
Yet, working at Mortenson is much more than a job. We’ve received over 34 best workplace awards in the last five years and our team members inspire what’s possible every day – whether for our customers, our community, or our company.
We are fortunate to have Veterans who have brought their dedication, discipline, and leadership skills to Mortenson. This includes our Chairman and owner David Mortenson, a US Navy veteran. Their unique experiences and perspectives have enriched our company in countless ways and further our shared values to build for the greater good. Our Mortenson values echo many principles from the military:
· We value honesty and doing the right thing – even when no one is watching.
· We believe the world is what we make it and leadership capability is within all of us.
· We put others before ourselves and enable them to achieve their very best.
Veterans at Mortenson
Being a Veteran is a special badge of honor we greatly respect. We are committed to providing resources and support to help retired and transitioning active-duty service members achieve their career goals.
At Mortenson, Veterans will discover:
• An industry leading safety culture – we believe it is an obligation to work safe and our Zero Injuries safety program drives safety excellence with all of our team members
• A diverse, team-based environment focused on supporting the customer, building up our local communities and lifting others up to help them succeed
• Accredited apprenticeship programs – maximize GI Bill benefits to reduce Veteran out-of-pocket costs for continuing education
• A commitment to innovation and continuous improvement – including voices of team members in the field and ultimately making their jobs easier and safer
• Competitive pay and benefits
Through the Veteran’s Business Resource Group (BRG) at Mortenson, Veterans can connect and engage with other veterans and team members while developing their skills and gaining a unique connection to the company. The BRG provides Veterans the opportunity to:
· Create comradery and connections to enhance veteran leadership experience and capabilities
· Share stories, experiences and journeys during time of service
· Further the shared esprit de corps from our service to maximize the experience at Mortenson
· Work together to foster a work environment that is attractive to other veterans seeking employment in our industry
How to Apply
Start by checking out our open roles on the right side of this page to learn more and to apply. Once you click ‘Apply Now’, Mortenson will receive a notification with your information.
Please make sure you have an updated resume uploaded to your RecruitMilitary profile to be considered. Once we review your resume and profile, a Mortenson recruiter will reach out to you to provide more information and to schedule an interview if there is a potential fit with the open role.