Project Manager I/II

Kraus-Anderson Incorporated•Fargo, ND

22d•$85,000 - $135,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from four year college/university or equivalent.
Minimum of 5 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 use time productively, maximize efficiency and meet challenging work goals
Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Ability to possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others
Exhibits confidence in self and others
Accepts feedback from others as well as provides feedback
Inspires and motivates self and team to perform well
Contributes to building a positive team experience
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, while looking for way to continuously improve.
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%; depending on job

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of ViewPoint software

Responsibilities

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.
Reads and understands drawings and specifications.
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.
Assist in the mentoring and development of internal talent
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
Performs other duties as assigned.