Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Accounts Payable, Bond Market, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Contract Close-Out, Contract Management, Contract Processing, Contract Requirements, Customer Relations, Develop and Maintain Customers, Documentation, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Regulations, Finance, Hospital, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Military, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), OSHA, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Skills, Safety/Work Safety, Secondary School, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
Grand Forks, North Dakota
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.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
This position ensures the terms of awarded project contracts are met and our company’s requirements in those contracts are met.
Typical schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00 PM.
DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)
- Coordinates proposals and activities of awarded bid contracts
- Obtains all necessary documents for contracts including bonds, insurance, sublets, etc.
- Processes pay estimates & prepare subcontractor payments for approval by project manager and payment by AP
- Processes subcontracts, verifying proper supporting documentation including bonds and insurance
- Prepare and Report Monthly Subcontractor Payments
- Perform monthly reconciliation with Knife River sister companies
- Weekly Communication with Project Managers, Supervisors, Foreman.
- Alerts internal resources of successful bids and provides proper documentation for them to complete project goals (TERO, Davis Bacon)
- Track contract performance and record changes
- Receives and processes requests for deviations from contract specifications and delivery schedules.
- Final Contract Close out including maintenance bonds
- Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations, Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
- Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
- Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Able to work independently and under time constraints.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)
- 2-5 years from post high school, work, military, institutional or vocational environment.
- 1-2 years contract administration, project management, contract estimating or applicable work experience
- Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS (preferred requirements i.e. certifications, software use, etc.)
- 4-year degree in project management, construction management, construction finance or applicable field
- General knowledge of construction industry and contract requirements
COMPENSATION:
$26.00 - $32.00 depending on experience.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Time
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Years of Service Recognition
- Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
- Critical Illness Plan
- Accident Coverage Plan
- Hospital Indemnity
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.