Project Manager, Estimator, Civil Engineering

Responsibilities

• Review plans & proposal specifications, perform quantity takeoffs, prepare detailed cost estimates, review sub quotes & material prices, close out bids, and help prepare written proposals for public and private heavy/civil construction and asphalt paving projects.
• Visit project sites to determine scope of work required in preparing bid/estimate proposals and attend pre-bid meetings.
• Submit completed 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.
• Provide project administrative management of awarded contracts.
• 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 estimated/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 (i.e.: billings, subcontract payments, material payments, collections, etc.).
• Manage assigned projects and projects that were successfully bid.
• Ensure safety and environmental regulation compliance.
• Assure all company safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering or related field required.
• 5-8 years of Heavy Civil construction experience.
• Experience in estimating preferred.
• Prior knowledge of cost control systems and experience in the use of 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.
• Ability to work flexible schedules as estimating and project management demands fluctuate.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers.

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.

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