Careers in Construction Month

Build Your Career in Construction

October is Careers in Construction Month and it’s a perfect time to learn about the endless career path opportunities in sectors like renewable energy, infrastructure, healthcare, and beyond.

Discover a career that will change your life with great pay and unmatched growth opportunities. At Mortenson, we believe that partnership and collaborative ingenuity are the keys to unlocking potential – whether we're called to a jobsite or a boardroom.

See below for the top five reasons Mortenson team members love the industry and why you should choose a career in construction.

349,000

new construction jobs in 2026*

6-9%

annual growth rate*

8.33M

workers in construction*

*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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1. Demand is High

Construction jobs have steadily increased over the last decade — even during economic downturns. With a +6-9% projected annual job growth rate through 2035, there will be plenty of construction jobs over the next decade as industry veterans retire, and the need for smart, skilled workers continues to grow.

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2. Build Your Future

A career in construction is never dull. Internships, mentorship programs, and leadership tracks provide multiple career paths in construction. Mortenson works with the Architecture, Construction, and Engineering (ACE) Mentor Program, and NCCER for apprenticeship programs where you get to develop skills and experience construction first-hand, and our internship program has been nationally recognized.

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With Mortenson, I've been able to be very upfront about my career goals and where I'm trying to go. It's unbelievable how management has supported those ambitions because it’s all working out really well for me.

Cody Moran, Project Manager at Mortenson

Cody Moran Project Manager at Mortenson

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3. Apply and Grow Your Skills

Most construction careers are not a 9-5 desk job. Any background or talent has a place in the construction industry, and you can earn above the national average salary and apply your experience and talent in ways you never thought possible. Whether you have a certificate or a degree in engineering or communications, Mortenson has fulfilling and meaningful opportunities for you.

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4. Life-changing Opportunities

Meet people and go places you've only dreamt of. Different states, new heights, and new perspectives are always on the horizon with Mortenson. We're always on the forefront of the latest industry technology and innovations, and have construction careers popping up in locations all over the U.S.

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5. Make an Impact

Constructing wind turbines, solar panel installations, and Zero Net Carbon buildings are all projects that are empowering and improving the environment. Mortenson is a top 10 construction company in the U.S., which means we need people like you to continue the legacy of Building for the Greater Good.

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How Construction Careers Drive a Sustainable Future

Discover how a career in construction empowers you to make a meaningful impact on sustainability, from renewable energy projects to green building innovation.

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Construction Careers at Mortenson

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Authentic, Caring Team Members

Mortenson team members lead by example and recognize that humility is a strength. Teams collaborate knowing that relationships matter, communicate with clarity, operate with trust, and support each other in meaningful, human ways.

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Purpose‑driven Organization

Mortenson pairs strong financial performance with an unwavering commitment to making a positive impact. Our 70+ years of family ownership guides a long-term view of strategic reinvestment and expansion to encourage innovation while providing stability that lasts.

FIND YOUR ROLE

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Living and Working Well

At Mortenson, we believe that when you take care of your people, they take care of everything else. We integrate physical, mental, and psychological safety and well‑being into everything we do while providing industry-leading benefits designed to be responsive to life’s needs through all stages.

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When good things happen it is the result of the efforts of good people working together, united in a common purpose. Our future is indeed bright.

MORT MORTENSON, 1937 - 2019

MORT MORTENSON 1937 - 2019