Estimating Manager

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 MidCap 400 index.


Knife River is looking for an Estimating Manager to join our team!

This position manages the Estimators and Project Managers. It also provides contracting and construction services to public and private sector. This role will work closely with stakeholders to make sure that the scope and direction of each project is on schedule and completed per contract, reinforcing a world class safety culture.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

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/client's prompt professional service including design, planning and pricing assistance.

Provide project administrative management of awarded contracts.

Coordinate with Estimating Manager, 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 subcontractor's work.

Partner with Contract Administrator to review and process financial aspects of contracts (i.e.: 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.

Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.

Visit jobsites and pre-bid meetings.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Regular attendance required.

Minimum Qualifications:

-Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Engineering Management, Construction Management or equivalent number of years' experience.

-Minimum of 5 years' experience in construction.

-Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) and AutoCAD.

-Must have an active valid driver's license and acceptable driving record to meet Knife River Fleet policy.

-Communication skills and positive interactions with a variety of customers and vendors required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Heavy Civil (Underground Utilities/Grading/Paving) experience.

Experience working with job cost/construction accounting.

Experience working with AutoCAD, HCSS or other estimating software.

Additional Information

How To Apply

You may apply online at kniferiver.com/careers

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:

5450 W. Gowen Road

Boise, ID 83709

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

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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