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Growing continually since 1968, Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. (KCS) is a General Contractor (WA license #KNIGHCS2810N) focused on large heavy construction projects and industrial plant facility maintenance.

As a family-owned company and former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Civil Works Contractor of the Year Award winner, we enjoy close ties with Eastern Washington/Idaho communities around our Deer Park, WA headquarters. For over 50 years, we have been lauded by public agencies, commercial clients, and federal officials for our work in building and updating hydraulic steel and concrete properties as well as their associated actuators. These projects control the water flow, fish passage, and barge traffic via dams on systems including the Columbia and Snake Rivers as well as other waterways in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and the Dakotas.

With an uninterrupted reputation for quality, stable work environment, and long-term employees while providing training and opportunities as the company has grown, KCS seeks additional motivated people to carry on this tradition of excellence in the field and close-knit support within the community. KCS maintains office, manufacturing, and fabrication facilities onsite featuring millwrights, electricians, heavy equipment and crane operators, as well as general laborers and administrative personnel. We want you to become a part of our team tackling some of the toughest hydroelectric and heavy industrial projects while enjoying the less hectic atmosphere of the region to enjoy family and friends in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of the U.S.

PROJECT MANAGER / ENGINEER

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the construction projects and related documentation from inception to completion. Working in collaboration with the development team, the Project Manager guides the project from the proposal and estimating phases through execution and final delivery, ensuring alignment with client expectations and company standards. The Project Manager is responsible for the proactive identification and resolution of field, contractual, and construction-related issues to support the successful delivery of each project. This role involves maintaining clear and consistent communication with clients, company leadership, and field crews, as well as fostering positive client relationships that reflect and uphold the company's strong reputation for reliability and trust.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

These duties are those typically performed in this position. Employee may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties.

• Compose and implement project specific work plan
• Prepare required documentation, such as submittals, bid packages, contracts, invoices, change orders, billing forecasts and other administrative requirements
• Communicate deviations from original job bid to actual job site conditions to client, subcontractors, and secure additional work authorization prior to starting changes
• Review the work performed by the subcontractors to ensure compliance with the contract documents and review and approve change orders submitted by subcontractors
  
• Willing to learn Laser Tracker utilization to determine precise location and measurements of points, elevations, lines and areas for construction and mechanical alignment purposes
• Create, track and coordinate project schedule
• Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers
  
• Work with Foreman to schedule tasks, determine best construction methods and control labor, equipment, and material usage; Conduct on site meetings
  
• Attend completion inspections utilizing contractor punch list
• Attend final acceptance inspections as scheduled by governmental entities
  
• Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND EDUCATION

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.

• Valid Driver's License
• Computer skills such as MS Office, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD (BLUEBEAM, Sage 300-Timberline, and Primavera P6 scheduling software a plus)
• Bachelor's Degree (Engineering, Construction Management) preferred but not required
• Ability to manage multiple projects ensuring budgets, schedules, quality, and contractual commitments are met
• Retain flexibility while operating within a constantly changing environment
• Strong knowledge of heavy industrial construction materials, processes, and equipment
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The below statements are intended to describe the physical nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional walking, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, crouching,/squatting up to 8+ hours per day
• Ability to communicate (read, write, speak) constantly
• Handling and manipulating objects and materials
• Coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers
• See with or without correction; hear with or without correction

JOB AND COMPANY BENEFITS

• Top of market hourly rate DOE+
• Employer paid benefit package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance)
• Voluntary health plans (Flexible Spending Account, Long-term Disability and Life)
• 401(k) with Employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays and sick leave
• Stable, family owned and operated business that focuses on the value of our employees
  

Safety-sensitive position / drug and alcohol-free workplace: Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test including marijuana.

Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 509.276.2229 or accommodations@knightconst.com.