PROJECT ENGINEER

Knife River Corporation; Magna (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K

Drug free workplace

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in Utah seeks a Project Engineer to support scheduling, cost tracking, and stakeholder outreach on state-wide projects. The role collaborates with Project Manager and Superintendent to ensure projects meet specs and timelines.

The position requires a BS in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, 2+ years of project-engineering experience, and proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, GPS, and JD Edwards. Travel across the state is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering or equivalent working experience.
• 2+ years proven experience working as a Project Engineer OR in a comparable position within construction industry.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office required, with experience in HCSS Heavy Job and JD Edwards accounting software preferred.
• Valid drivers license and a qualifying driving record under Company Policy.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and GPS systems a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager and Superintendent in updating schedule.
• Track quantities and input time.
• Responsible for project Public Relations and stakeholder outreach
• Coordinate with utility companies.
• Analyze project plans and coordinate activities of designated projects to ensure projects are built according to spec.
• Consult with clients, vendors or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GPS systems

HCSS Heavy Job

JD Edwards

Microsoft Office

Job description

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, and we are 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 safely each day. 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.

Knife River is looking for a dependable Project Engineer to join our team!

Our Project Engineer would be responsible for the following tasks:

• Assist Project Manager and Superintendent in updating schedule.
• Track quantities and input time.
• Responsible for project Public Relations and stakeholder outreach
• Coordinate with utility companies.
• Analyze project plans and coordinate activities of designated projects to ensure projects are built according to spec.
• Consult with clients, vendors or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Have some opportunity to provide estimates

Some travel by be required throughout the state.

Women, minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

We offer a full benefit package after 60 days which includes full medical, dental, vision and 401K.

Drug free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing

Minimum Qualifications:

• Qualified applicant must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering or equivalent working experience
• Must have 2+ years proven experience working as a Project Engineer OR in comparable position within construction industry
• Fluency in Microsoft Office required, with experience in HCSS Heavy Job and JD Edwards accounting software preferred.
• Successful applicant must have a valid driver's license and a qualifying driving record under Company Policy.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and experience with GPS systems a plus.

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