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Here you’ll find a list of the types of career opportunities you can find at Knife River. Don’t see a current opening that fits? Send us your resume or application anyway—we’d still like to hear from you.

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Outside Sales Representative

The Outside Sales Representative at Knife River Prestress develops and maintains a strong understanding of the Pacific Northwest precast market. This role involves frequent client meetings to discuss project pipelines and how precast solutions add value. The ideal candidate builds lasting business relationships, communicates project timelines and budgets with the sales team, and acts as a liaison between customers and project management.

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Design Engineer

Review and process contract plans/specifications, generate drawings and calculations for precast products. Working closely with Engineering Managers & Drafting Technicians on sales targets, project initiatives, installation of structures/bridges as well as ensuring high quality standards are met - this job is ideal for those that thrive in a fast-paced environment.

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Estimator

The Estimator at Knife River Prestress supports the sales team by preparing detailed project bids across all precast products. This role provides an opportunity to build expertise in estimating and the construction industry. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a drive to learn and grow within the company.

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Heavy Duty Mechanic

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 go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today!

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Production Team Members

Invest your skills into building strong teams that create better communities. From setting up molds per job specs, handling rebar cages, pouring concrete with vibrating finishes - you name it; we need hands-on help with all our tasks.

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Program Managers

The Program Director at Knife River Prestress will lead the project management team, ensuring successful project execution by mentoring managers, managing scopes, resolving conflicts, and supporting sales with contract negotiations. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, extensive project management experience, and a proven track record in construction or precast concrete.

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Project Managers

We have an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager at our Prestress Division in Spokane, WA. This role oversees project portfolios and serves as the primary liaison between contractors, architects, engineers, owners, and internal teams. The ideal candidate ensures project scope compliance and on-time, on-budget completion.

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Quality Control

Knife River has an immediate part-time opportunity for a Quality Control Technician at our Prestress Division in Harrisburg, OR. No experience? We provide training! This role supports the Quality team as needed and can supplement hours with the Plant Operations Team. If workloads increase, the position may transition to full-time within the Quality Team.

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Quality Control Coordinator

We have an excellent opportunity for a Quality Control Coordinator at our Prestress Division in Spokane, WA. This role leads the Spokane Quality Control Team and serves as the liaison between outside inspectors and the plant. The ideal candidate ensures compliance with project specifications, PCI standards, and plant quality requirements while maintaining PCI and DOT certifications.

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Senior Estimator

The Senior Estimator at Knife River Prestress prepares detailed project bids across all precast products. This role requires expertise in precast to develop accurate scopes, estimates, and proposals that support sales. The Senior Estimator ensures bids clearly outline costs, timelines, and next steps while collaborating with sales and operations for seamless execution.

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Benefits

Health & Wellness

Stay covered with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus short-term disability and life insurance for added peace of mind. We prioritize your well-being with benefits that support you and your family.

Retirement

Plan for the future with a 401(k) retirement plan, including a company match and profit-sharing bonuses. Take advantage of tax-free flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Time Off and Incentives

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with paid time off and holiday benefits. We celebrate dedication with safety incentives and service milestones that recognize your commitment.

Support & Growth

Your success matters, which is why we offer an Employee Assistance Program and educational reimbursement opportunities. Whether you need personal support or want to advance your career, we’ve got you covered.

Culture & Perks

We believe in fostering a fun and engaging workplace with employee recognition programs, gift cards, and special events like golf tournaments, BBQs, and parties. Hard work deserves to be celebrated!

Where We Operate

With over 60 years of experience, Knife River Prestress is a PCI-certified leader in providing architectural, bridge, and commercial precast products. We proudly serve Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Nevada, and California from our manufacturing plants in Harrisburg, Oregon, and Spokane, Washington.

Our focus on quality, safety, and sustainability ensures we deliver reliable, high-performance products with minimal environmental impact. Whether for a small project or a large-scale development, Knife River Prestress is committed to supporting your success with precision and care every step of the way.

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Our Team

From our innovative manufacturing facilities in Harrisburg, Oregon, and Spokane, Washington to your site, Knife River provides the precast/prestress products and services to take your project from conception to completion. A national and regional award-winning company, Knife River constructs a wide variety of concrete fabrications and delivers a seamless construction process anywhere in Oregon, Idaho, Washington, Nevada, and California.

Our Team

Alex Sari

Outside Sales, WA
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Commercial Director
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Andy Roberts

Outside Sales, ID & MT
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Darren Canepa

Senior Estimator
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Eric Holje

Bridge Estimator
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About Us

Who We Are

Knife River is an award-winning, PCI-certified producer of premier architectural, bridge and commercial precast products serving Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Nevada, and California.

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Internships

We Are Always Looking For Bright Minds

Knife River has a robust intern program developed guiding interns through the summer. The program sets up the interns with mentors within the engineering department and provides a structured itinerary for the summer with a variety of opportunities.

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