Construction Manager

Knife River Corporation; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking a Construction Manager in Idaho Falls, Idaho, responsible for planning and supervising multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in project management within the Heavy Civil industry and a degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering. Key responsibilities include leading project managers, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and developing business strategies to grow market share. This role emphasizes communication, organizational acumen, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of estimating and project management experience in the Heavy Civil industry.
• Requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and complete projects on schedule.
• Strong understanding of HCSS and scheduling software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review proposals, specifications, and project sites to determine scope of work.
• Provide leadership to project managers to ensure projects meet time frames.
• Communicate project objectives and performance requirements to the team.
• Conduct daily site inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Ensure safety on the work site and compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Supervisory skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Knowledge of HCSS

Education

Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

The position of construction manager consists of planning, directing, budgeting, and the direct supervision of project managers and field staff personnel on multiple projects. Construction managers are also responsible for business development and growing market share within the region. They also work with management to obtain maximum efficiency and economy of operations as well as maximizing profits. Construction managers serve as a company representative to the community and support the regional and corporate initiatives as needed. They work closely with safety, environmental and human resources team leaders to develop a safe and great place to work in order to create an environment that attracts and retains employees.

Women, veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Review proposal specifications, drawings, pre-bid meetings and visit project sites to determine scope of work required in preparing bid/estimate proposal.
2. Determine labor, equipment and material requirements to complete project and use information to prepare bid/estimate proposal.
3. Provide leadership and guidance to project managers to ensure projects are constructed according to the contracted time frame along with oversight on job costing and ensuring the final project meets the owner’s expectations.
4. Ensure the completion of estimates and proposals are thoroughly reviewed and submitted on time.
5. Review and provide guidance on monthly WIP.
6. Communicate and coordinate with Senior Management and field leadership, establishment of project objectives, procedures, schedules and performance requirements.
7. Provide indirect or direct supervision of field crew members/foreman or superintendents.
8. Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
9. Lead and assist with business development pursuits.
10. Develop and execute a strategy to grow market share in construction.
11. Provide construction site reviews which may include daily site inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, standards, and codes.
12. Provide proper planning and execution of work to ensure the safety of the work force and mitigate risk. Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ Years of estimating and project management experience in the Heavy Civil industry.
• Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree is preferred.
• Requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and complete projects on schedule.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in the use of various Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of HCSS and scheduling software is preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills are essential.
• Must maintain confidentiality and contribute to a team-oriented work environment.
• Must be willing to travel for short periods within the intermountain region.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.