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Knife River Corporation · 7 hours ago

Project Manager/Estimator

Missoula, MT

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Knife River Corporation is one of the largest construction materials producers and contractors in the country, committed to a people-first approach. The Project Manager/Estimator will be responsible for estimating and managing public and private projects, preparing bids, and coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure project success.

Building MaterialConstructionConsulting

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Review proposal specifications, drawings, pre-bid meetings and visit project sites to determine scope of work required in preparing bid/estimate proposal

Determine labor, equipment and material requirements to complete project and use information to prepare bid/estimate proposal

Submit complete 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 current and potential customers/clients prompt professional service including design, planning and pricing assistance

Provide project administrative management of awarded contracts

Coordinate with Senior Management and field leadership, establishment of project objectives, procedures, schedules and performance requirements

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 subcontractors work

Work with Contract Administrator to review and process financial aspects of contracts (ie: billings, sub-contract payments, material payments, collections, etc.)

Manage project (responsible for all projects bid unless reassigned)

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

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

EstimatingHighway ConstructionProject ManagementHCSS BiddingMicrosoft OfficeQuality ControlEnvironmental ComplianceTroubleshootingRelationship Building

Required

Estimating and/or Project Management experience in asphalt, paving, materials, and/or chipseal operations with a minimum of 2 years highway construction experience

Acumen for highway materials, construction specifications, and troubleshooting

Ability and willingness to travel for long periods of time

Knowledge and understanding of related production and placement practices and specifications for hot mix asphalt and/or chip seal

Knowledge and understanding of Quality Control operations related to hot mix asphalt and/or chip seal

Ability to build & maintain internal and external relationships with stakeholders

Understanding of environmental and safety regulatory compliance requirements