Mortenson reviews

4.3

84% would recommend to a friend

(715 total reviews)
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Derek Cunz

97% approve of CEO

89% positive business outlook

Mortenson has an employee rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 715 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Mortenson employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

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715 reviews
5.0
Nov 5, 2025

Great Company

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Culture Benefits Pay Flexibility Environment

Cons

Hard to grow Slow to make decisions Some leadership challenging

5.0
Aug 26, 2025

Tons of Opportunity

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Mortenson has tons of opportunity and treats their employees very well. Regardless of the size and continued growth, it is still very much a family company.

Cons

Project based jobs require 50-60 hour weeks

5.0
Aug 4, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Working at Mortenson offers several advantages, including a positive work culture, strong benefits, and opportunities for career growth. Employees frequently highlight the welcoming atmosphere, opportunities for learning and advancement, and competitive pay and benefits.

Cons

While Mortenson is generally considered a reputable company in the construction industry, some common cons cited by employees include potential for political interactions, unclear advancement paths, and inconsistent execution of company-wide programs across different projects and operating groups. Some employees also mention lower pay and relocation benefits compared to similar companies, as well as a lack of job security on certain projects.

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