Project Manager – Prefabrication Shop

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.Des Moines, IA
7hOnsite

About The Position

EPI Power, LLC (“EPI”) is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company that specializes in data centers. Our mission is to safely deliver industry-leading electrical construction solutions on a fast-track basis. 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. This role will work onsite at our prefabrication shop in Des Moines, IA Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 5:30pm. Saturday hours may be required based on the needs of the business. This position works primarily within a prefabrication facility, with regular time spent on the shop floor and periodic visits to construction project sites. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available for this role.

Requirements

  • Minimum three (3) years of field construction experience required. Experience as a Foreman, Lead Installer, Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or similar role preferred
  • This position requires practical field experience
  • Strong practical understanding of construction means and methods
  • Field credibility and ability to communicate effectively with craft labor
  • Comfortable working in a production environment — not solely in an office setting
  • Detail-oriented and organized
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting schedules
  • Willingness to be hands-on when needed to resolve issues
  • Strong problem-solving ability grounded in real-world installation experience
  • Desire to grow into greater leadership responsibility
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings is required
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software required

Nice To Haves

  • Prefabrication or manufacturing exposure is desirable but not required
  • Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Revit, CAD, or similar platforms preferred for review purposes only. This role is not a design position.

Responsibilities

  • Lead prefab kickoff meetings and define project-specific prefabrication scope of work
  • Develop and maintain prefab production schedules aligned with project installation milestones
  • Coordinate detailing priorities and confirm drawing packages are complete prior to production release
  • Review construction documents and drawings to ensure constructability and alignment with real-world field means and method
  • Sequence prefab assemblies based on installation-driven requirements
  • Translate required quantities into production duration based on established shop capacity
  • Monitor prefab labor hours against estimated budgets and identify variances
  • Coordinate prefab-related change requests and pricing, within delegated authority
  • Facilitate regular prefab coordination meetings between field project teams and shop leadership
  • Ensure material requirements are identified and aligned with production schedules
  • Validate assemblies are complete and installation-ready prior to shipment
  • Spend regular time on the shop floor reviewing assemblies and working directly with production teams
  • Visit project sites as needed to confirm constructability and gather field feedback
  • Identify schedule, detailing, or material risks impacting production and escalate appropriately
  • Collaborate with Shop Superintendents to align weekly production priorities
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • 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
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