Project Engineer; Seasonal Job Williston area,North Dakota USA,Management

Position: PROJECT ENGINEER (SEASONAL)

Job Overview

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. 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.

ROLE

OVERVIEW

This is a seasonal position, you can use your winters off to travel, hunt, fish or for other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year-round.

This position is responsible to safely help administer awarded project contracts. This includes analyzing blueprints, specifications, proposals and other documentation, and planning, directing and coordinating activities of designated projects to ensure projects are safely completed on time and within budget. Will need to display a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members. Monitor and evaluates daily production and plans/schedules work according to daily evaluations.

May perform other duties as assigned.

DUTIES AND OR RESPONSIBILITIES

Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated project to ensure goals or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. Reviews project proposals to determine time frame, funding limitations, 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. Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems. Provide market leading customer service and technical expertise.

Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written);
Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to develop and maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.

Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals and other documentation to prepare time, cost and labor estimates for products, projects, or services. Reviews data to determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists. Consults with clients, vendors, and other individuals to provide cost factors and formulates estimates.

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 ABILITIES

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong organizational skills.

Strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Able to work independently and under time constraints.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

BS degree in Construction Management or equivalent experience. Hands-on approach to work required with results orientation. Intern and/or Co-op experience preferred.

Fluency in Microsoft Office.

Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.

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

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Experience in HCSS

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with Company Match
Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off
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, Spouses, and Dependents
Critical Illness Plan
Accident Coverage Plan
Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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 laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.

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