Project Manager/Estimator - Idaho Falls

Knife River Corporation; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company is seeking an experienced estimator/project manager in Idaho Falls, ID. This role involves estimating and managing public and private projects, preparing bids, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of civil construction experience and strong communication skills. The position promotes a collaborative environment and requires commitment to quality and safety. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years civil construction experience in estimating or project management.
• Willingness to travel for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications and visit project sites for bid preparation.
• Prepare bid proposals based on labor, equipment, and material needs.
• Provide customer service including design, planning, and pricing assistance.
• Coordinate project objectives with management and field leadership.
• Monitor subcontractor work for compliance and quality.

Skills

Strong Communication skills

Ability to build & maintain relationships

Understanding of environmental and safety compliance

Education

BS Degree or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

HCSS bidding experience

Job description

Requisition Number: PROJE003440

• Posted: April 10, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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IDAHO FALLS, ID 83402, USA

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.

Job Summary

Estimating and managing public and private projects, completing bids, meeting and communicating with owners subcontractors and suppliers, preparing takeoffs, reviewing plans and specifications and scheduling. Assisting superintendents, coordination of subcontractors, preparing and reviewing billings, tracking costs and investigation of problems and troubleshooting.

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. Submit complete 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.
4. Provide current and potential customers/clients prompt professional service including design, planning and pricing assistance.
5. Provide project administrative management of awarded contracts.
6. 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. Maintain documentation of quantities and value of work estimated/completed to support forecasting for future project performance.
9. Provide ongoing support to Construction/Operations for efficient and profitable execution of work including scheduling, procurement and change order/supplemental work processes.
10. Monitor subcontractors work.
11. Work with Contract Administrator to review and process financial aspects of contracts (ie: billings, sub-contract payments, material payments, collections, etc.).
12. Manage project (responsible for all projects bid unless reassigned).
13. Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
14. Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

Women, minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Estimating and/or Project Management experience in civil construction with a minimum of 5 years civil construction experience.
2. Ability and willingness to travel for long periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

1. BS Degree or Equivalent education/certification/ experience in related construction background.
2. HCSS bidding experience preferred.
3. Fluency in Microsoft Office.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong Communication skills.
• Ability to build & maintain internal and external relationships with stakeholders.
• Understanding of environmental and safety regulatory compliance requirements.

Additional Information

How To Apply

You may apply online at http://jobs.kniferiver.com. If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:

5450 W. Gowen Road, Boise, ID 83709

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

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.

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.