Project Manager

Kevitt Companies; Minnesota; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (50% company-funded)

Dental insurance

401(k) with 4% company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Mileage reimbursement

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Kevitt Companies is seeking a Project Manager/Estimator to bid and secure Earthwork and Demolition projects in Minnesota. You will manage the contract work from award to completion, coordinating scheduling, cost control, progress monitoring, compliance, and direct client contact.

The role emphasizes strong communication, problem solving, and the ability to interact with management and external partners. Must pass pre-employment checks and be willing to work standard hours with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency with Construction Bidding and Project Management software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). MS Teams desirable
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate information to all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates
• Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all Kevitt policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Bid and secure Earthwork & Demolition construction projects.
• Manage the contract work from start to finish including scheduling, cost containment, monitoring progress, compliance, and client contact.

Skills

Construction bidding

Project management software

MS Office suite

Communication skills

Data interpretation

Policy compliance

Tools

Construction bidding software

Project management software

MS Teams

Job description

The Project Manager/Estimator’s primary duty is to bid and secure Earthwork & Demolition construction projects. Once projects are awarded, the Project Manager/Estimator manages the contract work from start to finish including scheduling, cost containment, monitoring progress, compliance, and client contact.

Position Summary

The Project Manager/Estimator’s primary duty is to bid and secure Earthwork & Demolition construction projects. Once projects are awarded, the Project Manager/Estimator manages the contract work from start to finish including scheduling, cost containment, monitoring progress, compliance, and client contact.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 1+ year experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated proficiency with Construction Bidding and Project Management software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with MS Teams is desirable but not required
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate information to all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, clients, and/or regulatory agencies
• Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly. Ability to seek counsel, when needed and use a variety of resources
• Ability to maintain compliance with all Kevitt policies and procedures

Other

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
• Must be able to work 8-10-hour workdays, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends. Must be flexible regarding work hours including possible out of town work
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employees encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Employee is exposed to environmental conditions, working near machines and loud noises associated with construction sites. Exposed to variable weather conditions including rain, snow, wind, cold and heat.

Benefits & Compensation

We believe in investing in our employees and providing competitive compensation and benefits that support you both on and off the job site.

• Competitive wages and benefits
• 50% company-funded health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% company match after one year of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Mileage and approved business expense reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a growing company