Industrial Project Manager

3 months ago

Cedar Rapids, United States The Weitz Company Contrack Watts, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:

Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships makes The Weitz Company a great place to work.


The Weitz Company is seeking various levels of Project Managers to be located out of our Cedar Rapids office. This candidate will support Industrial market sectors in Processing, Advanced Manufacturing, and Emerging Markets throughout the United States.  Candidates must be well versed and experienced in Design-Build and Target Value Delivery (TVD).  Business travel is required up to 50% for this position.  


The Project Manager is responsible for profitably managing multiple small projects, a single medium sized project or an assigned scope on a larger, complex project, with minimal oversight. 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. 


What You'll Do Every Day:

  • 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
  • Perform other duties as assigned


What We're Looking For:

  • Desired Experience: At least five (5) years’ of industrial construction experience is required, including project management experience. Candidate should have experience managing others with a proven history of leading, teaching, developing and mentoring successfully. Experience in a fast-paced business environment is helpful.
  • Skills: A qualified candidate will demonstrate initiative, independent judgment, project management and analytical skills. They should also demonstrate strong negotiation, leadership, business acumen, client relation and decision making abilities. 
  • Education: An industry related bachelor's degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Technology: Candidate should have experience with or be able to learn specific project management and scheduling software (ex: JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta). Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required. Training will be provided on company standards.


What We Offer: 

  • 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


Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. 

 

The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice. 


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