Head of Engineering and Project Management

Kraus-Anderson offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact with an industry leader!
Building enduring relationships and strong communities
For more than a century, Kraus-Anderson has been transforming the American landscape.
Founded in 1897 and privately owned and managed by the Engelsma family for more than 70 years, KA is consistently ranked by Engineering News Record among the top 50 general contractors in the United States. Our base of operations in Minnesota is supplemented with regional offices, extending our capabilities coast to coast.
providing cost analyses, scheduling information, and value engineering services to ensure that our client can make informed decisions leading to a timely finish of the highest quality and the best value.
This position will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating activities of designated projects to ensure that goals or objectives of the projects are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing the following duties personally or through Superintendents and Project Coordinators.
Reviews project proposal, plans and specifications to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.
Establishes work plan, scheduling and staffing for each phase of project and arrangement for recruitment or assignment of project personnel as needed.
Establishes a growing network of business associates, subcontractors and related vendors.
Confers with team leader or project staff to outline work plans, assign duties, responsibilities and scope of authority.
Coordinates activities with project staff to ensure project progress within prescribed budget and provides technical advice to resolve problems.
Negotiates with the Owner and subcontractors on projects in order to maintain an efficient and well-run project.
Works with actual billings on projects and works with Finance to ensure a smooth process on all projects.
Prepares project reports for management, clients and others and reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required.
Coordinates project activities with activities of governmental regulatory or other governmental agencies.
Works with Project Superintendents, Project Assistants, clients and subcontractors.
Supervises Project Assistant assigned to projects including planning, assigning work, providing feedback and appraising performance.
Assists in proposal writing, reviews project proposal, drawings and plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.
Establishes and maintains relationships with Owners and other project partners
Assists in directing strategic planning and provides leadership role in business development and client relations.
Assist the Safety Department in an effort to enforce the corporate safety and health policies and procedures
Bachelor’s degree from four year college/university or equivalent.
Minimum of 7 years related work experience.
Demonstrated computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook) and knowledge of project management software
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Contributes to building a positive team experience
Knowledge of ViewPoint software

Valid Driver's License, ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record, and ability to adhere to the KA Motor Vehicle Policy.
Travel 25-75%; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
50%+ Use a computer/laptop/iPad in open office environment with natural and/or florescent lighting
Navigate between office building floors, and on occasion, attend off-site meetings
Salary Range: $102,000 to $140,000 (2026) annually, plus auto allowance and discretionary incentive program.
Pay is based on many factors including but not limited to education, skill, experience, training, certifications, and other business needs.
We offer a challenging, rewarding, and supportive environment where employees are positioned to make a positive impact on our business, our communities, and their own future.
We believe in building leaders. KA offers a wide range of enrichment and professional growth opportunities through KA University and community service opportunities through our KA Has Heart Volunteer Program.
KA offers full time employees (30+ hours) a significant Total Rewards package including:

• Medical insurance Plan Options
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
• KA University Training and Development
• Fitness Center, KA corporate headquarters, Minneapolis
• Company sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Time Off including vacation, sick and holiday pay