Company Description
Working at Knobelsdorff
Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.
Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.
If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you.
Job Description
In coordination with the Project Manager, take charge of all field construction activities and personnel on site. Ensure the delivery of a quality product completed on time, while maintaining a safe working environment.
Responsibilities:
- Accepts ownership of all job site activities and personnel to include on-site planning, material & equipment management, process execution, and safety.
- Ability to oversee and report daily progress to the project team, ensuring completion on time and within budget.
- Ability to interpret and manage construction activities based on installation standards, project files, drawings, documents & records.
- Lead Benchmarking, shareholder review, and approval activities based on Installation standards.
- Experience with basic project and construction coordination, including planning, scheduling, cost management, change order identification, procurement of material/receiving, and customer relations.
- Ability to manage field personnel and subcontractors to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Experience with the installation and maintenance of construction projects.
- Ability to uphold and facilitate our safety policy and the documentation of safety incidents.
- Coach/mentor employees while providing feedback on performance.
- Provide and assist with on-site training for field personnel.
- Development and implementation of project procedures, schedules, and standards.
- Provide technical assistance such as interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods, specify and order materials, tools, and equipment.
- Review material and tool expenses ensuring accuracy and accountability.
- Manage crew efficiency and assess task-based time.
- Responsible to communicate conflicts or issues that have the potential to affect the schedule.
- Willing to lead by example and work alongside the field technicians when needed.
- Build and manage a weekly schedule with a forecasted 3-week look ahead.
- Adherence to local labor laws - Journeyman to Apprentice ratios.
- On-site company representative with strong communication skills, responsible for interactions with Inspectors, customers, landowners, OSHA, etc.
- Aid in engineering constructability, design, review, and execution planning.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Site Coordinator(s)
- Site Foreman
- Site Sub-Contractor(s)/Vendors
Qualifications
- The requirements listed in job descriptions are guidelines, not fixed rules. You do not have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. If you feel you are an excellent candidate, we encourage you to apply!
- A bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction Management, related field, or equivalent combination of experience/education.
- Knowledge of Utility Scale Photovoltaic construction.
- Self-starter and team player.
- Ability to interface with all levels of management, staff, and customers
- Competency in Microsoft applications (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook)
- Must be willing to travel to include overnight stays up to 100%
- Possess and maintain a valid driver's license that represents a history of safe & competent driving.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
Additional Information
We believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.
Pay Range: $100,000 to $130,000/year
Total Rewards Statement
As a full-time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.
- 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
- HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- 401(k) with competitive company match
- Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
- Paid weekly with competitive wages
- PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
- Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage
We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.
Typical requirements may include:
- Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time
- Must be capable of working in inclement conditions including extreme hot and cold temperatures
- Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs.
Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at 651-923-4970 or via email at HR@KEway.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
- EEO is the Law (English/Spanish)
This employer participates in E-Verify and will require verification of eligibility to work in the United States.
KE E-Verify Compliance Page - https://knobelsdorffenterprises.com/ke-e-verify/
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