Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Position: PROJECT MANAGER
Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!

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 Mid Cap 400 index.

This position plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated project to ensure goals or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.

The typical schedule is Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 7:30 PM. Two Saturdays per month. This can vary depending on the project.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)

* 2-4 year degree preferred in construction management or engineering from an accredited college or equivalent

* Minimum 2 years project management experience

* Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record.

* Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

* Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated project to ensure goals or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame

* Reviews project proposals to determine time frame, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.

* Establishes work plan and staffing and arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel.

* Confers with project staff to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.

* Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel.

* Reviews status report and prepares project reports.

* Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems. Meet with customers and satisfy their needs

* Monitor subcontractor's work.

* Reconcile vendor statements monthly to assure all invoices are paid

* Manage projects (responsible for all projects bid unless reassigned)

* Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.

* Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.

* Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.

* Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITITES (types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily)

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Strong organizational skills.

* Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

* Able to work independently and under time constraints.