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Mortenson

Sustainability Specialist - Wind

Minneapolis, MN · Remote

$81K - $121K/yr

Previous related internship experience a plus * LEED with Contractor's Commitment, Envision, UN ... This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan. #LI-SC1 #LI-remote * Visa sponsorship is ...

Green Generation

Internship Program US (Remote)

Bethesda, MD · On-site +1

$18 - $23.25/hr

Given the COVID-19 pandemic, GreenGen has restructured its Internship Program to be either remote ... sustainability industry, our hope is that at the end of the term, this experience will prepare the ...

Lehigh University

$67K - $90K/yr

Bethlehem, Fully Remote Categories: Student Life Director of Internships and Employer Partnerships ... Demonstrated success building and sustaining employer partnerships that result in recurring ...

Navier

MBA Internship

Alameda, CA · On-site +1

$17 - $22.75/hr

... sustainable maritime mobility. Key Responsibilities: * Conduct market research and competitive ... Remote-friendly role, with occasional opportunities to engage on-site depending on project needs.

TE Connectivity

$40.40/hr

Remote (US) If you are assigned to a location that is more than 50 miles away from your home ... Job Overview Finance Internships may be offered in TE's businesses, as well as, in our Corporate ...

TE Connectivity

$40.40/hr

Remote (US) If you are assigned to a location that is more than 50 miles away from your home ... Job Overview Finance Internships may be offered in TE's businesses, as well as, in our Corporate ...

TE Connectivity

$40.40/hr

Remote (US) If you are assigned to a location that is more than 50 miles away from your home ... Job Overview Finance Internships may be offered in TE's businesses, as well as, in our Corporate ...

TE Connectivity

$40.40/hr

Remote (US) If you are assigned to a location that is more than 50 miles away from your home ... Job Overview Finance Internships may be offered in TE's businesses, as well as, in our Corporate ...

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Sustainability Specialist - Wind

Mortenson

Minneapolis, MN • Remote

$81K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Mortenson rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Mortenson is currently seeking a Sustainability Specialist that will be responsible for working with project teams to support and educate on sustainability project responsibilities and assist with carbon reduction, management and data collection. 

Sponsorship is not available for this position

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Support wind energy leadership with the development of group sustainability strategy in line with latest industry developments
  • Implement and administer sustainability program at project site(s) 
  • Support project management team in developing and executing site-specific sustainability requirements 
  • Conduct regional research into low-carbon alternatives, waste diversion/management options, water stress, and regional materials 
  • Coordinate and support sustainability orientation and training programs 
  • Review sustainability submittals and attend preconstruction and preparatory meetings with Trade Partners/Subcontractors 
  • Monitor and review Trade Partner/Subcontractor work plans and activities for sustainability concerns 
  • Conduct work site environmental sustainability inspections 
  • Partner with multiple project stakeholders for project impacts and data collection 
  • Record information in necessary sustainability software 
  • Perform all other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction/Construction Management, Architecture, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Sustainability, or equivalent experience 
  • Previous related internship experience a plus 
  • LEED with Contractor's Commitment, Envision, UN Sustainable Development Goals, Equator Principles
  • Current driver's license 
  • Detail orientation to organize and manage multiple project tasks 
  • Ability to work with multiple stakeholders to collect pertinent information 
  • Basic understanding of construction documentation 
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web applications 
  • Positive and professional attitude, strong customer service skills (communication, persuasion, problem-solving, teamwork) 
  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies 
  • Active listening skills and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback 
  • Ability to travel up to 100% 

A few benefits offered include: 

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage 
  • Dental plan 
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match  
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves 
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance 
  • No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources 
  • Tuition reimbursement 
  • Adoption Assistance 
  • Gym Membership Discount Program 

The base pay range for this role is $81,200 - $121,800 . (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%). 

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.  This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan. 

#LI-SC1 #LI-remote 

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.  

  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. 

ABOUT MORTENSON 

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), 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. 

Let's Redefine Possible 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. 

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. 

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 

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About M. A. Mortenson

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M. A. Mortenson is a prominent name in the construction industry, based out of Minneapolis, MN, US. Established in 1954 by M.A. Mortenson Sr., the company has over six decades of experience offering construction services that have contributed to building lasting infrastructures across various sectors, including healthcare, energy, corporate, and sports. Mortenson has proven its exceptional expertise through a range of complex building and facility projects across the US fulfilling the customer's specifications and exceeding their expectations. Moreover, the company's core values are outlined as ‘Do the Right Thing’, ‘We Before I’, ‘Inspire What’s Possible’, and ‘In it for the long haul’.

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Manufacturing and construction

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1,001 - 5,000 Employees

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Minneapolis, MN, US

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