Careers at K-Five Construction

K-Five Construction is rapidly growing and seeks experienced professionals and talented crafts people to join our rapidly growing team. Please fill out the general application below to be considered for the following open positions, or for possible open positions in the future!

Construction intern

Project Manager

Estimator
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Parts Runner, PT

 

Job Title: CONSTRUCTION INTERN
The Construction Intern position provides students with an introduction to the road construction business.  Students will work in several different departments throughout the course of the internship including: estimating, project management, survey, quality control and trucking.  Students will support each department by performing takeoffs, completing paperwork and touring different job sites to become familiar with construction operations. As an intern you will be given the responsibilities of a full-time entry level position.  We carefully match students to positions related to their academic and career goals.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Gain familiarity with plans, specifications and scope of each project managed.
• Calculate take off from plans.
• Create proposals.
• Contribute in pre-construction planning.
• Perform project site visits.
• Work with Quality control and Survey departments.
• Assemble and process project documents.
• Place material orders and other daily communications.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Students must be enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or Construction Management program
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time.
• Must be a self-starter, willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong leadership skills; ability to develop and motivate a project team.
• Highly organized:  can handle multiple projects concurrently; demonstrates proficiency in planning needs assessment and communication of both.
• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
The working conditions for this job entail a combination of working in an office setting and working in the field.  Offsite jobsite visits include working outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat with exposure to loud noises and equipment with moving parts. Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time, as well as operating a motor vehicle.  Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. 

 

Job Title: PROJECT MANAGER
The Project Manager provides overall management direction to multiple projects, establishes project objectives and policies, maintains liaison with prime client contracts, and monitors construction and financial activities through administrative
direction of on-site construction manager. May be top on-site manager on large, extensive projects. Ensures projects are completed within timeline and budgetary requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing and directing the project team through communication, coordination and follow up necessary
• to meet project goals and objectives.
• Establish and maintain customer relationships.
• Responsible for project start up, project completion and close out process.
• Develops Critical path schedule and maintains updates throughout the duration of the project.
• Authorizes correspondence to both Owner and Subcontractor when required, acting as primary liaison with Owner over contract matters.
• Chairs progress meetings with the Owner/Consultant and/or coordination meetings with Subcontractor as needed.
• Identifies and secures necessary approvals for all changes in project scope, budget and/or schedule
• Provides ongoing project information and project reviews as required by management.
• Ensures steady cash flow/pay estimate processing by Owner.
• Billing for all contract work, as well as estimating, submitting, negotiation, and billing extra work.
• Prepares and submits all contract documentation.
• Has overall responsibility for profitability of entire job.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Minimum of 5-10 years practical experience as a Project Manager, road construction industry preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or related field.
• Project Manager Professional (PMP) certification a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office products, especially Excel and Outlook; experience with scheduling software.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint drawings.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; solid speaking, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Outstanding customer relationship management skills; able to work with many stakeholders; highly skilled negotiator.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong leadership skills; ability to develop and motivate a project team.
• Must be knowledgeable in basic accounting functions.
• Must be a self-starter, willing to what it takes to get the job done.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
The working conditions for this job entail a combination of working in an office setting and working in the field. Offsite
jobsite visits include working outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold with exposure to loud
noises and equipment with moving parts. Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time, as well as operating a motor
vehicle. May require evening and weekend work on a regular basis during periods of heavy workload. Ability to occasionally
lift up to 25 lbs.

 

Job Title: ESTIMATOR
K-Five Construction, a leading heavy highway paving company, currently has a full time opening for an experienced Estimator at our headquarters in Westmont, Illinois (located near Ogden Ave/Route 83).  We offer a competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits in a fast-paced, casual, yet professional environment.  
 
The Estimator helps drive business by preparing complete and responsive bid proposals on large and complex projects including analyzing plans and specifications to develop detailed cost estimates for materials, equipment and labor required to construct the project.  This is accomplished by working closely with Operations, Project Managers, and Materials Managers during the bidding process to ensure accuracy of data used to estimate the project. Once a bid has been accepted, the Estimator will promptly work up and obtain execution of subcontracts and material purchase orders including insurance compliance.  Additionally, the Estimator will lead the hand-off of information to project management to be fully educated in all strategies, opportunities and risks that were recognized in the bidding process.
 
To be considered for the Estimator position, candidates must possess the following:

• A minimum of 8 years estimating experience in private and public markets including Highway, Airfield, Railroad, Streets & Roads, with a focus on paving.
• BS in Construction Management/Engineering, Accounting/Finance, Architecture or similar.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to estimate multiple projects at a given time.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail and resolve issues/problems.
• Excellent verbal & written communications.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with little or no direction.
• Computer skills: proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, B2W or HCSS, Microsoft Project.
• Thorough understanding of the money-making process within the road construction industry.

The working conditions for this job entail performing work in an office setting, most often in a seated position.  Occasional offsite visits to jobsites with exposure to a variety of weather conditions. Such offsite visits will require operating a motor vehicle. Occasionally lifting up to 10 lbs.

 

Job Title: PARTS RUNNER
​K-Five Construction, a leader in the road paving industry has immediate openings for Parts Runner (part-time, non-union) at our Hodgkins, Illinois facility.  We offer paid, on the job training and a flexible work schedule (15-25 hours per week), with daytime, afternoon, and evening hours available.  Hourly rate of pay is $10-13, depending on experience.  Convenient to major expressways and close to public transportation.

Summary:
Receives, stores, and distributes parts, tools, equipment, and products within the shop and field.  Operates computer and compiles data from vendor invoices and supporting documents to verify accuracy of billing data and inventory to ensure receipt of items ordered.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Helps with purchase order entry, receiving and adjustments of parts and shop supplies, communicating with mechanics on status of parts and supplies as well as housekeeping issues.
• Loads and unloads trucks by hand or through the use of a forklift.
• Sorts and places parts and materials on racks, shelves, or in appropriate bin location.
• Maintains shelf of returnable items received from or returned to vendors.

• When directed, completes inventory audit; investigating and reporting any discrepancies.
• Transports small equipment or tools between shop and field or repair facility using company vehicle.

 
Experience & Skills Required:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• HS diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.  Students welcome to apply.
• 1-2 years’ work experience in a similar role preferred.  Will train the right candidate who demonstrates a willingness to learn.     
• Computer and good keyboard skills required.  
• Good organizational skills.  
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.  
• Must have good punctuality/attendance record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.  
• Forklift certification is a plus or ability to obtain a forklift operator card.  
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Our Partners

K-Five Construction is a union contractor and hires directly through the following union affiliations:

Operating Engineers Local 150
​Auto Mechanics, Local 701 I.A.M.
​Fox Valley & Vicinity Laborers
​Teamsters Joint Council 25

Construction & General Laborers District Council of Chicago & Vicinity
Cement Masons Local 11​
Cement Masons Local 502