Project Manager I/II - Industrial Construction (Traveling)

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc. • Hastings, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently accepting applications for a Project Manager to join our Industrial team. This role requires willingness to travel based on project needs, with an initial assignment in Hastings, Nebraska. The Weitz Company, established in 1855, is a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with offices across the United States. We value our employees and are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that promotes inspiration, motivation, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• At least five (5) years of experience in construction project management
• Aviation construction experience is required
• Experience managing others with a proven history of leading, teaching, developing and mentoring successfully
• Industry-related college degree is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required
• Experience with or ability to learn specific project management and scheduling software (ex: JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fast-paced business environment is helpful

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage project schedule; identify and address long lead items; update project plan as required; initiate changes to ensure adherence
• Negotiate and execute change orders, subcontracts and purchase orders
• Complete monthly project status reports, owner billings and financial risk assessments
• Identify and recommend value engineering and scope reduction opportunities
• Ensure project safety plan is completed and communicated to project team and subcontractors
• Assist with preconstruction efforts
• Manage buy-out process
• Detect constructability issues with project design
• Understand contract terms, budgets, insurances, bonds and change orders; ensure adherence including work progress being within scope
• Recommend staff development needs, disciplinary actions, job assignments and promotions

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products including Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree