Job Description

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 MidCap 400 index.

The basic function of the Project Superintendent is to effectively supervise all aspects of the Knife River construction project, employees, subcontractors, and to ensure that all aspects of the project are coordinated and completed in a timely, efficient, effective and profitable manner.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

1. Manages, supervises and schedules all of Knife River Corporations personnel on the project as well as all subcontractors, equipment and materials in a manner that maximizes their effectiveness.
2. Communicates with Knife River personnel and sub-contractors to ensure they understand the work, the planned approach and any problem areas (with a back-up plan.)
3. Continually monitors progress on the project as it relates to schedules, personnel and costs.
4. Oversees the implementation of the Knife River Corporation Health and Safety Plan for all personnel (KRC employees, Subcontractors, and Visitors.)
5. Maintains and updates the project forecast to ensure that: All materials have been ordered and will be delivered on time; All equipment needed has been requisitioned on a timely basis; All necessary Knife River personnel and equipment have been scheduled; All sub-contractors have been contacted to confirm schedules.
6. Reviews Project Logs continuously and identifies any issues which might affect the project.
7. Communicates with the project manager all issues and the proposed actions to resolve the problem.
8. Successfully interacts with the Owner’s personnel and Project Representative on a daily basis.
9. Understands all of the contractual obligations of the plans, specifications, addendums and submittals for their project.
10. Assists the Project Manager in summarizing the monthly payment requisition within the required timeframe to ensure timely billing and payment.
11. Reviews weekly job costs to keep the project within budget; Notifies Project Manager as soon as a cost overrun is identified.
12. Takes appropriate action (in conjunction with the Project Manager) to minimize the costs associated with the overrun.
13. Must complete and cost code timecards and invoice slips, document additional work and back charges, maintain accurate as-built drawings.
14. Complies with all policies and procedures of Knife River Corporation.
15. Extensive knowledge of the general construction industry and the sub trades.
16. Ability to complete projects safely, on budget, on time and on spec.
17. Perform other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily)

1. Ability to schedule workers, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure project stays on schedule.
2. Ability to supervise construction projects effectively and efficiently.
3. Ability to identify, troubleshoot and resolve problems on projects before they become major issues.
4. Attention to detail is critical.
5. Projects are in compliance with the company’s Safety and Health Manual.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)

1. Seven or more years’ experience in areas of Construction includes but not limited to Earthwork, Concrete Paving, Underground Pipe, MSE Walls, Asphalt Paving, Base Courses, Soil Stabilization and Project Coordination with Engineers, Owners, and Project Managers.
2. Five years DOT experience as a Project Superintendent.
3. Familiarity with MS Office Programs, HCSS, Heavy Job.
4. Must meet employment standards with regards to background/MVR check with clean driving record.
5. Must be able to work overtime and be flexible with hours (daytime/nighttime).
6. Ability to work outside in all seasons.

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(k) with Company Match
4. Profit Sharing
5. Paid Time Off
6. Paid Sick Time
7. 8 Paid Holidays
8. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
9. Short-term Disability
10. Employee Assistance Program
11. Years of Service Recognition
12. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
13. Critical Illness Plan
14. Accident Coverage Plan
15. Hospital Indemnity
16. Employee Appreciation Program

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.