Job Details

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, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. 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.

We are hiring a Field Superintendent at our Medford OR operation. In this role, you'll oversee construction crews, equipment, and subcontractors for the construction of public works and private development projects.

This position can be union or nonunion. Wage will be commensurate with experience, training and market analysis.

Major Job Responsibilities will include:

• Ensure all construction projects are pre-planned and scheduled.
• Ensure projects maximize profitability, meet safety & quality targets and are constructed to detailed specifications.
• Directly supervise up to 11 foremen and various subcontractors on one or more projects.
• Work closely with General Manager, Project Managers, Estimators, Plant Managers, Project Engineers and other key personnel.
• Review daily cost reports.
• Manage project schedule.
• Communicate progress to key individuals.
• Meet with agencies and owners to build and maintain relationships.
• Approve daily timecards.
• Communicate and manage daily equipment needs with service department.
• Coordinate trucking with Logistics Manager and Trucking Supervisor.
• Provide career development, training and daily direction to key personnel.
• Travel to project locations.
• Work a flexible schedule both days and nights.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8 years of heavy highway construction related experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Effectively communicate with crews, foremen, supervisors, agencies, owners and the community.
• Strong organizational and prioritizing skills.
• Thorough understanding of industry practices and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Work well under pressure and with tight deadlines.
• Ability to think critically to change plan quickly as needed.
• Proficient with iPad and web-based scheduling, tracking and timekeeping applications.
• Current driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Flexible with schedule.

How To Apply:
Knife River Materials 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 law.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:

Knife River Materials

PO Box 1145

Medford OR 97501

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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