Project Manager - Industrial Construction (Traveling)

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc. • Cedar Rapids, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Weitz Company is seeking a Project Manager to join their Industrial team. This role requires a willingness to travel based on project needs. The Weitz Company has a long history in construction, operating as a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with offices across the United States. They emphasize the importance of their employees and are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that promotes growth 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
• Business acumen, judgment, communication, solid leadership, client relations, negotiation, project management, solid construction knowledge, decision-making, conflict resolution, tact, adaptable and analytical abilities
• Industry-related college degree is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Experience with or ability to learn specific project management and scheduling software (ex: JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required

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: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree