Senior Construction Project Manager: Lead Strategic Projects

Knife River Corporation; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

8 Paid Holidays

Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Years of Service Recognition

Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees

Critical Illness Plan

Accident Coverage Plan

Hospital Indemnity

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to lead construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will review plans, perform quantity takeoffs, prepare detailed cost estimates, and manage subcontractors while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering, 5 years PM experience, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering or related field required, or work experience.
• Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays.
• 5-year Project Management experience preferred.
• Prior knowledge of cost control systems and experience in computerized estimating, quantity takeoff and scheduling programs.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and thoroughly understand construction plans and specifications.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Ability to problem solve and communicate corrective actions quickly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Review plans & proposal specifications, perform quantity takeoffs, prepare detailed cost estimates, review sub quotes & material prices, financial forecasting, and prepare written proposals for portfolio of projects.
• Visit project sites to determine scope of work. Lead and ensure internal preconstruction meetings are thorough and effective.
• Provide any clarification on information submitted as needed.
• Provide project administrative management of projects.
• Coordinate with construction manager and field leadership, establishment of project objectives, procedures, schedules and performance requirements.
• May provide indirect or direct supervision of field crew members/ foreman or superintendents.
• Maintain documentation of quantities and value of work estimate/ completed to support forecasting for future project performance.
• Provide ongoing support to Construction/Operations for efficient and profitable execution of work including scheduling, procurement and change order/ supplemental work processes.
• Monitor / Manage subcontractor’s work.
• Partner with contract administrator to review and process financial aspects of contracts (ie: billings, subcontract payments, material payments, collections, etc.).
• Manage assigned projects that were successfully bid.
• Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
• Always work safely and take action to prevent all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Independent work

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Estimating software

Cost control systems

Job description

Knife River Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to lead construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will review plans, perform quantity takeoffs, prepare detailed cost estimates, and manage subcontractors while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering, 5 years PM experience, and strong communication and organizational skills.