Senior Project Manager - Mission Critical

Kraus-Anderson offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact with an industry leader. Core purpose: Building enduring relationships and strong communities.

About the Company

For more than a century, Kraus-Anderson has been transforming the American landscape. Founded in 1897 and privately owned and managed by the Engelsma family for over 70 years, KA is consistently ranked by Engineering News Record among the top 50 general contractors in the United States. Our base of operations in Minnesota is supplemented with regional offices, extending our capabilities coast to coast. We take a highly collaborative approach to our work, engaging closely with owners, architects, and the entire planning team well before ground is broken. We provide cost analyses, scheduling information, and value engineering services to ensure clients can make informed decisions leading to a timely finish of the highest quality and best value.

Core Values

• Integrity – Do the right thing… always be respectful, honest, and fair
• Commitment – Take ownership, work hard, and keep promises
• Teamwork – Collaborate to foster trust and success for all
• Value People – Support each other in a safe, positive environment where people are recognized and appreciated for their contributions

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Coordinates pre-construction services for projects.
• Assists in directing strategic planning and provides leadership role in business development and client relations.
• Reviews project activities, costs, operations, and forecast data to determine team or division progress toward achievement of stated goals and objectives.
• Assists Director of Operations with work assignments, distribution of projects, managing project managers, and ensuring timely completion and meaningful project profitability.
• Develops and maintains relationships with new and existing clients to assure their continued satisfaction and works to build a continuing positive image for the Company.
• Establishes a growing network of business associates, subcontractors, and related vendors.
• Coordinates with Marketing to help sell Kraus-Anderson (KA) capabilities as well as providing leads and recommending individuals and organizations for KA services.
• Maintains memberships or affiliations in civic and professional organizations that may assist in personal growth or relationship development.
• Confers with 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.
• Provides daily, weekly, and monthly schedule support to project team to preserve the Contract and Project Schedule.
• 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.
• Meets regularly with Finance to assure projects are progressing as scheduled and within budget.
• Completes and manages work in accordance with the KA Project Managers’ Manual.
• Provides guidance and ongoing feedback to team members, manages their performance, and is available to team members for Individual Development Plans.
• Provides feedback regularly and recognition when due.
• Creates a positive and uplifting team environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college/university or equivalent
• Minimum of 10 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 an exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related degree
• Knowledge of ViewPoint software

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to clearly communicate information (both written and verbal) to colleagues and key stakeholders
• Stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+
• Use a computer/laptop/iPad in an open office environment with natural and/or fluorescent lighting
• Navigate between office building floors, and on occasion, attend off-site meetings
• Lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

Pay

Salary range: $135,000 to $190,000 annually, plus auto allowance and discretionary incentive program. While the range listed represents the anticipated hiring range for this position, offers at the upper end of the range are uncommon. Pay is based on many factors including but not limited to education, skill, experience, training, certifications, and other business needs.

Benefits

KA offers full-time employees (30+ hours) a significant Total Rewards package including:

• Medical insurance Plan Options
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wellness Program
• Fitness Center (Minneapolis)
• KA University Training and Development
• 401(k) Plan
• Company-sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Company-sponsored Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Time Off including vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Workplace Flexibility
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Military Leave for Active Reserve Duty
• Free Parking

Along with our employer-sponsored plans, we also offer an array of Voluntary Benefits and other perks.