Mission Critical Plus/Day 2 - Construction Project Manager

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.•Ashburn, VA

About The Position

The Weitz Company is hiring Mission Critical Plus (MC+)/Day 2 Project Managers on small to medium-sized retrofit, upgrade, and tenant improvement projects within active data center environments in Virginia. The Mission Critical Plus (MC+) Project Manager I is responsible for profitably managing multiple concurrent small-to-medium retrofit, upgrade, and tenant improvement projects within active data center environments, with minimal oversight. MC+ data center projects typically include Day-2 lifecycle services, tenant fit-out (TFO), infrastructure upgrades, cooling retrofits, electrical modifications, and operational improvements performed in live operating facilities. This role will collaborate with the Project Superintendent and manage all administrative and field construction activities related to the assigned project(s). The Project Manager typically reports to the Senior Project Manager or Project Executive. The Project Manager will also work closely with the client operations team, facility engineers, commissioning teams, and trade partners to ensure all work is executed safely and without disruption to critical infrastructure. This role requires a strong understanding of phased construction in occupied environments, energized electrical systems, operational risk mitigation, and mission-critical reliability standards. The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

Requirements

A minimum of five years of project construction project management experience is required.
Proven history of leading others successfully and teaching, developing, and mentoring others.
Excellent leadership skills with a desire to mentor, coach, and develop a team
Ability to compare and analyze various systems and related cost impacts
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Strong negotiation skills
Business acumen and relationship-building skills
Candidate should have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Apple products (iPhone & iPad) and have the ability to learn specific software.

Nice To Haves

Experience in mission-critical data center facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare, or other operational environments is preferred.
Familiarity with data center infrastructure systems, including electrical distribution, generators, UPS systems, cooling infrastructure, and structured cabling, is beneficial.
Solid systems experience with JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta, etc. is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage project execution to ensure alignment with contract terms, scope, schedule, and budget.
Lead risk management and mitigation efforts across assigned project(s).
Coordinate construction activities within active, mission-critical environments to ensure safety and uninterrupted operations.
Partner with client operations teams, engineers, and stakeholders to maintain system reliability and support outage planning.
Support development and execution of project schedules, phasing plans, and operational strategies for work in live facilities.
Oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with safety standards, procedures, and contract requirements.
Manage project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, inspections, audits, and change orders.
Track material and equipment delivery, identify impacts to cost or schedule, and manage requests for change.
Lead preconstruction activities, including scheduling, constructability reviews, buyout, and scope development.
Negotiate and manage subcontracts and purchase orders; review and approve pay applications within authority.
Prepare and manage project financials, including billing, forecasting, and risk assessments.
Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities and constraints.
Lead project meetings, coordinate teams, and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and stakeholders.
Drive use of project tools, virtual design coordination, and Lean construction practices.
Identify value engineering opportunities to improve cost, schedule, and project outcomes.
Manage project closeout, including punch lists, as-builts, warranties, and final documentation.
Mentor and develop team members; support performance management and team growth.
Resolve conflicts and support dispute resolution with subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
Perform additional duties as assigned.