Project ManagerEstimator Structures

At Knife River we take care of our team because we know its 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 MidCap 400 index.

Knife River Idaho is seeking a motivated Concrete Structures Project Manager/Estimator who is eager to grow their skills in a division that has expanded from 3 employees to over 60 in the last 15 years. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in some areas of concrete or heavy civil work who wants to learn more and advance in a teamâoriented peopleâfirst environment.

Our structures division delivers a wide variety of general and complex concrete work including:

- Concrete flatwork and slabs

- Castâinâplace boxes vaults and culverts

- Concrete paving using Bidwells roller screeds and other methods

- Structural and retaining walls

- Water/wastewater tanks and containment structures

- Heavyâcivil structural systems

- Specialty contractorâdesigned solutions including slideâinâplace bridges

If youre someone who likes variety enjoys working with skilled crews and is looking for real advancement potential this role offers significant longâterm growth.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

- Assist in reviewing plans specifications and site conditions across a broad range of concrete structure types

- Perform or support quantity takeoffs for concrete rebar formwork and structural elements

- Help prepare estimates and bids for projects ranging from small concrete packages to major structural installations

- Learn to develop project sequences formwork plans pour strategies and production expectations

- Collaborate with superintendents and field crews to support scheduling material procurement and job coordination

- Track job progress costs and quantities with guidance from senior project managers

- Work with owners inspectors and design teams to resolve field issues

- Support safe and efficient execution of all concrete operations

Minimum Qualifications:

-Bachelors degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering or equivalent experience

-Experience with public and private sector projects

-Excellent communication and leadership skills

-5 years of experience in a PM/Estimator role in heavy highway or concrete bridge construction

-Proven experience working on DOT bridge projects

-Valid drivers license and clean driving record required

-Strong understanding of concrete structures job costing scheduling and managing field crews

-Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and construction software (HCSS preferred)

-Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to dynamic project demands

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

How To Apply:
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.

Women minorities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

If unable to apply online please mail completed application to:
Knife River
5450 W Gowen Rd.

Boise Idaho 83709

Required Experience:

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