Senior Project Manager Estimator

Knife River Corporation

The Role

Overview

Manage estimating and project execution for heavy civil and asphalt construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • cost estimating
  • quantity takeoffs
  • bid management
  • subcontractor management
  • contract administration
  • safety compliance

Tasks

-Visit project sites to determine scope of work required in preparing bid/estimate proposals and attend pre-bid meetings -Monitor / Manage subcontractor’s work -Provide any clarification on information submitted as needed -Partner with contract administrator to review and process financial aspects of contracts (ie: billings, subcontract payments, material payments, collections, etc.) -Maintain documentation of quantities and value of work estimate/ completed to support forecasting for future project performance -May provide indirect or direct supervision of field crew members/ foreman or superintendents -Provide ongoing support to Construction/Operations for efficient and profitable execution of work including scheduling, procurement and change order/ supplemental work processes -Review plans & proposal specifications, perform quantity takeoffs, prepare detailed cost estimates, review sub quotes & material prices, close out bids, and help prepare written proposals for public and private heavy/ civil construction and asphalt paving projects -Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers -Ensure safety and environmental regulation compliance -Provide project administrative management of awarded contracts -Coordinate with construction manager and field leadership, establishment of project objectives, procedures, schedules and performance requirements -Manage assigned projects that were successfully bid -Submit completed bid/estimate proposals to project owners, managers and or general contractors in a timely and professional manner -Assure all company safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed

Requirements

  • bachelor's
  • estimating software
  • cost control
  • management
  • communication
  • problem solving

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering or related field required -Ability to problem solve and communicate corrective actions quickly and effectively -Ability to work flexible schedules as estimating and project management demands fluctuate -Management experience preferred -Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines -Ability to read and thoroughly understand construction plans and specifications -3-5 years of experience in estimating -Prior knowledge of cost control systems and experience in the use of computerized estimating, quantity takeoff and scheduling programs -A valid Oregon driver’s license. This position may require some travel -Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal

The Company

About Knife River Corporation

-Provides aggregates, asphalt, ready-mix concrete, and other materials for infrastructure projects. -Serves customers in both public and private sectors across the United States. -Typical projects include road construction, bridge building, and commercial and residential developments. -Committed to quality and timely project completion, acting as a trusted partner in infrastructure development. -Strength lies in an extensive network of production facilities, enabling the support of a wide range of construction needs.

Sector Specialisms

Aggregates

Asphalt

Ready-Mix Concrete

Liquid Asphalt

Construction Services

Energy Services

Security Clearance

-subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.