PROJECT MANAGER
Company: Knife River Northwest
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 26, 2024
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Job Description:
PROJECT MANAGER
Company:
Knife River - Western Oregon Division
Department:
Construction
Location:
Portland, OR
Hiring Manager:
Matthew R Wilson
Closing Date:
05/01/2024
at 11:59pm CDT
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Summary:
Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the 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. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build
strong communities. Join our growing team today!
Knife River has an immediate opening for an Estimator/Project
Manager in Western Oregon to join an existing team emphasizing
safety, quality, production and growth.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- 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
- Visit project sites to determine scope of work required in
preparing bid/estimate proposals and attend pre-bid meetings
- Submit completed 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 project administrative management of awarded
contracts
- Coordinate with Construction 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/Manage subcontractors work
- Partner with Contract Administrator to review and process
financial aspects of contracts (i.e.: billings, subcontract
payments, material payments, collections, etc.)
- Manage assigned projects and projects that were successfully
bid
- Ensure safety and environmental regulation compliance
- Assure all company safety policies and procedures are followed to
prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors
observed
- Other duties assigned as needed
Compensation:
Based on experience
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering
or related field required.
- Experience in estimating preferred
- Prior knowledge of cost control systems and experience in the use
of computerized estimating, quantity takeoff and scheduling
programs
- 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
- Excellent communication skills-both written and verbal
- Ability to problem solve and communicate corrective actions
quickly and effectively
- A valid Oregon driver's license. This position may require some
travel
- Ability to work flexible schedules as estimating and project
management demands fluctuate
- Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team
members and customers
Benefits:
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
-Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
-Health & Flexible Spending Accounts
-401K with Company Match
-Profit Sharing
-8 Paid Holidays
-Paid Time Off
-Life Insurance
-Employee Assistance Program
-Safety Incentives
-Years of Service Recognition
How To Apply:
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and
submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com by the
posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application
online you may print and send completed application to any Knife
River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an
application. 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 law.
If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by
federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation
to complete any part of the application for any reason, please
contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5900
to speak with a human resources representative.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!
At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition
to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our
workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible.
There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to
our Estimator position:
Air Force:
Engineering Superintendent
Army:
Construction Engineering Technician
Navy:
Construction Planner and Estimator Specialist
Ship Type Planning and Estimating Superintendent
Marines:
Combat Engineer Officer
Basic Engineer, Construction, Facilities and Equipment Officer
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