Project Manager (Knight Const. & Supply)

Knight Construction & Supply Inc.; Deer Park (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned construction company is seeking a Project Manager / Engineer to oversee construction projects and ensure quality delivery from proposal to completion. Responsibilities include preparing documentation, managing subcontractor compliance, and maintaining communication with clients. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering, strong project management skills, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This role offers the chance to work on significant industrial projects within a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction management or related field.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and project lifecycle.
• Proficiency in project management software and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare documentation including contracts and bids.
• Review subcontractor work for compliance.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Growing continually since 1968, Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. (KCS) is a General Contractor (WA license #KNIGHCS2810N) focused on large heavy construction projects and industrial plant facility maintenance.

As a family‑owned company and former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Civil Works Contractor of the Year Award winner, we enjoy close ties with Eastern Washington/Idaho communities around our Deer Park, WA headquarters. For over 50 years, we have been lauded by public agencies, commercial clients, and federal officials for our work in building and updating hydraulic steel and concrete properties as well as their associated actuators. These projects control the water flow, fish passage, and barge traffic via dams on systems including the Columbia and Snake Rivers as well as other waterways in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and the Dakotas.

With an uninterrupted reputation for quality, stable work environment, and long‑term employees while providing training and opportunities as the company has grown, KCS seeks additional motivated people to carry on this tradition of excellence in the field and close‑knit support within the community. KCS maintains office, manufacturing, and fabrication facilities onsite featuring millwrights, electricians, heavy equipment and crane operators, as well as general laborers and administrative personnel. We want you to become a part of our team tackling some of the toughest hydroelectric and heavy industrial projects while enjoying the less hectic atmosphere of the region to enjoy family and friends in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of the U.S.

PROJECT MANAGER / ENGINEER

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the construction projects and related documentation from inception to completion. Working in collaboration with the development team, the Project Manager guides the project from the proposal and estimating phases through execution and final delivery, ensuring alignment with client expectations and company standards. The Project Manager is responsible for the proactive identification and resolution of field, contractual, and construction‑related issues to support the successful delivery of each project. This role involves maintaining clear and consistent communication with clients, company leadership, and field crews, as well as fostering positive client relationships that reflect and uphold the company's strong reputation for reliability and trust.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Compose and implement project specific work plan
• Prepare required documentation, such as submittals, bid packages, contracts, invoices, change orders, billing forecasts and other administrative requirements
• Communicate deviations from original job bid to actual job site conditions to client, subcontractors, and secure additional work authorization prior to starting changes
• Review the work performed by the subcontractors to ensure compliance with the contract documents and review and approve change orders submitted by subcontractors
• Willing to learn Laser Tracker utilization to determine precise location and measurements of points, elevations, lines and areas for construction and mechanical alignment purposes
• Create, track and coordinate project schedule
• Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers
• Work with Foreman to schedule tasks, determine best construction methods and control labor, equipment, and material usage; conduct on site meetings
• Attend completion inspections utilizing contractor punch list
• Attend final acceptance inspections as scheduled by governmental entities
• Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization
• Perform other duties as assigned