Heavy Civil Project Manager: Bids, Planning & Execution

Knife River Corporation; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking an experienced estimator for heavy civil construction based in Casper, WY. The role involves reviewing plans, performing takeoffs, preparing detailed estimates, and managing bids for public and private projects.

You will visit sites, coordinate with construction leadership, oversee awarded contracts, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while supporting profitable project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering or related field.
• 5–8 years of heavy civil construction experience.
• Experience with estimating and cost control systems.
• Ability to read and thoroughly understand construction plans and specifications.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Professional, team-oriented attitude toward all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications, perform quantity takeoffs, prepare detailed cost estimates, review sub quotes and material prices, close out bids, and help prepare written proposals.
• Visit project sites to determine scope of work 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 project administrative management of awarded contracts.
• Coordinate with Construction Manager and field leadership on objectives, procedures, schedules and performance requirements.
• May provide supervision of field crew members/foremen or superintendents.
• Monitor subcontractor work and manage communications with clients and vendors.
• Partner with Contract Administrator to review and process financial aspects of contracts.

Skills

Estimating

Bid Proposals

Cost Control

Project Management

Reading Plans

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Job description

Knife River Corporation is seeking an experienced estimator for heavy civil construction based in Casper, WY. The role involves reviewing plans, performing takeoffs, preparing detailed estimates, and managing bids for public and private projects.

You will visit sites, coordinate with construction leadership, oversee awarded contracts, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while supporting profitable project execution.