Kraus-Anderson offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact with an industry leader!

Core Purpose: Building enduring relationships and strong communities

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 

Our 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 more than 70 years, KAis 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.

Position Summary

Partners with Project Teams during the preconstruction phase of Design/Build and CMr projects and brings a consistent approach to a quality set of preconstruction services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead KACC’s efforts in improving the efficiency and consistency during the design phase of projects – particularly when an effort is within a Design-Build delivery model. Provide measurable value by supporting the efforts of all project delivery models that engage KACC during the design phase.
• Provide KACC Operations teams with expertise related to quality management of design phase services allowing Operations teams to maintain our Single-Point-of-Contact client relationship model.
• Collaborate with cross-functional internal partners and external design partners and serve as a conduit of information to the rest of the project team to ensure exceptional delivery of a project to the Owner’s expectations.
• Establish best practices, controls, and billable services related to the design phase of projects.
• Lead, facilitate and present at interviews, meetings, industry events, etc.
• Lead, manage, coordinate design team schedule, coordination between disciplines and completeness of documents relative to given design phase.
• Maintain proactive, relevant industry knowledge to position KACC as an industry leading Design-Build Contractor, as well as enhance existing offerings from the pre-construction services group.
• Lead continuing education strategies with internal resources to ensure KACC is staying up to date on industry trends and build those resources’ awareness, literacy and skills across the design-build spectrum.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• At least a Bachelor degree in relevant field required.
• AIA designation preferred.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience, preferably within a CM/GC or A/E firm.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook, estimating software, cost history software, CAD/Autodesk tools, sketch-up, Navisworks)
• Ability to identify project specific design phase needs related VDC/BIM applications and work with internal and external resources for appropriate deployment on a project.
• 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 work in a collaborative team environment, building and maintaining a positive team environment
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to influence and partner with different levels of the organization to achieve results
• Ability to develop, maintain and strengthen partnerships with others inside and outside the organization who can provide information, assistance and support
• 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

Other

• Valid Driver's License and ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.
• Travel as required for project needs.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any 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.

For Field/Jobsite  Requirements: 

• Frequently sits, stands and talks.
• Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must work and climb on a jobsite to review or inspect work progress.
• Ability to maneuver on ladders and scaffolding, walk through sand or mud, climb on and around vehicles and construction equipment

Why KA?

We offer a challenging, rewarding, and supportive environment where employees are positioned to make a positive impact on our business, our communities, and their own future.

We believe in building leaders. KA offers a wide range of enrichment and professional growth opportunities through KA University and community service opportunities through our KA Has Heart Volunteer Program.

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
• 401(k) plan
• Company sponsored Life Insurance & Disability
• Time Off including vacation, sick and holiday pay

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

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