Mortenson

Mortenson is a family-owned construction and real estate development services company based in the U.S. Founded in 1954 by M.A. Mortenson, Sr. in Richfield, Minnesota, it has grown into a national leader in the industry, currently ranked as the 18th largest general contractor in the U.S. by *Engineering News-Record*. The company operates across North America with offices in major cities including Chicago, Denver, Seattle, and Phoenix. Mortenson offers a wide range of services, including planning, preconstruction, general contracting, construction management, and real estate development. It specializes in renewable energy projects, particularly in wind and solar, and has a diverse portfolio that includes sports venues, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and energy infrastructure. The company serves various sectors, including commercial, industrial, municipal, and federal clients, while emphasizing family traditions in its operations.

Construction Minneapolis, United States Founded 1954 ~3,493 employees

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Employees
3,493
+3.3% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$1.4M
Revenue ~$4.9B
12-month attrition
9.7%
Tech: 15.6%
H1B filings, FY2026
20
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
305
Last 30 days

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H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Executive62
Engineering35
Operations8
Consulting4
Finance2

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 20 filings.

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How many employees does Mortenson have?

Mortenson has about 3,493 employees, up 3.3% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Mortenson sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Mortenson filed 20 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Mortenson's revenue per employee?

Mortenson makes about $1.4M in revenue per employee, based on $4.9B annual revenue and 3,493 employees.

How much does Mortenson pay?

6figr has 1 salary profile for Mortenson in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Mortenson salaries page. See Mortenson salaries

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.