ESTIMATOR / PROJECT MANAGER

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:

Responsible to administer awarded project contracts. This includes analyzing, blueprints, specifications, proposals and other documentation, and planning, directing and coordinating activities of designated projects to ensure projects are safely completed on time and within budget. In addition, position will consult with clients, vendors or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Must be able to effectively communicate (both written and verbal) to all levels both within and outside the organization in a professional and timely manner.

Typical schedule is Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Saturday as needed.

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.

1. Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated project to ensure goals or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. Reviews project proposals to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.
2. Establishes work plan and staffing and arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel. Confers with project staff to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority. Direct and coordinates activities of project personnel. Convers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems. Provide leading customer service and technical expertise.
3. Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to develop and maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
4. Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals and other documentation to prepare time, cost and labor estimates for products, projects, or services. Reviews data to determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists. Consults with clients, vendors, and other individuals to provide cost factors and formulate estimates.
5. Administer negotiated contracts. Coordinate proposals and activities of awarded bid proposals. Track contract performance.
6. Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
7. Ensure OSHA, EPA, MSHA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
8. Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record under Company policy.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
10. Some travel may be required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)

1. BS degree or equivalent experience. Hands-on approach to work required results orientation. Military, Intern and/or Co-op experience preferred. Position requires work outdoors and the ability to work in team environment.
2. Fluency in Microsoft Office.
3. Ability to provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS (preferred requirements i.e. certifications, software use, etc.)

1. HCSS preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITITES (types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily)

1. Product knowledge
2. Build & maintain relationships with agencies & community leaders
3. Regulatory compliance

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(k) with Company Match
4. Profit Sharing
5. Paid Time Off
6. Paid Sick Time
7. 8 Paid Holidays
8. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
9. Short-term Disability
10. Employee Assistance Program
11. Years of Service Recognition
12. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
13. Critical Illness Plan
14. Accident Coverage Plan
15. Hospital Indemnity
16. 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.

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