ESTIMATOR / PROJECT MANAGER

ESTIMATOR / PROJECT MANAGER 3.3 3.3

out of 5 stars Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today! At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

ROLE OVERVIEW

This position is responsible for estimating public and private projects, completing bids, meeting with owners, preparing takeoffs, reviewing plans and specifications and scheduling. Assisting superintendents, coordination of subcontractors, preparing and reviewing billings, tracking costs and investigation of problems and problem solution.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES

(summary of components that make up the job) An asterisk (•) indicates essential job functions that cannot be modified in order to fulfill the job requirements. Review proposal specifications, drawings, pre-bid meetings and visit project sites to determine scope of work required in preparing bid/estimate proposal. Determine labor, equipment and material requirements to complete project and use information to prepare bid/estimate proposal. Submit complete bid/estimate proposals to project owners, managers and/or general contractors in a timely and professional manner, provide any clarification on information submitted as needed. Provide current and potential customers/clients prompt professional service including design, planning and pricing assistance. Provide project administrative management of awarded contracts Coordinate with Constructive Manager and field leadership, establishment of project objectives, procedures, schedules and performance requirements. May provide indirect or direct supervision of field crew members/foreman or superintendents. Maintain documentation of quantities and value of work estimated/completed to support forecasting for future project performance Provide ongoing support to Construction/Operations for efficient and profitable execution of work including scheduling, procurement and change order/supplemental work processes Monitor subcontractors work Partner with Contract Administrator to review and process financial aspects of contracts (ie: billings, sub-contract payments, material payments, collections, etc.) Manage project (responisible for all projects bid unless reassigned) Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

(minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements) BS degree in Construction Management or equilivant experience Minimum 2 years project management experience Ability to provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

(preferred requirements i.e. certifications, software use, etc.) HCSS preferred Fluency in Microsoft Office

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITITES

(types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily) Product knowledge Build & maintain relationships with agencies & community leaders Regulatory compliance

COMPENSATION

$85,000 - $100,000 depending on experience.

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) with Company Match Profit Sharing Paid Time Off Paid Sick Time 8 Paid Holidays Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance Short-term Disability Employee Assistance Program Years of Service Recognition Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents Critical Illness Plan Accident Coverage Plan Hospital Indemnity Employee Appreciation Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.