Project Director

5 days ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States The Weitz Company Contrack Watts, Inc. Full time
Job Summary

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Project Director to lead our Industrial Markets team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for overseeing the construction operations and providing strategic direction to ensure project success.

Key Responsibilities
  • Project Management: Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans for large-scale construction projects.
  • Team Leadership: Manage project teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors.
  • Communication: Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including senior management, clients, and regulatory authorities.
  • Construction Oversight: Monitor and control construction through administrative direction of on-site field management staff to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget.
  • Proposal Development: Manage and support proposal creation and the development of client presentations.
  • Financial Management: Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company's interest and maintain good relationship with Client.
  • Preconstruction: Provide leadership and direction to preconstruction teams in analyzing value to the customer, opportunities and risk.
  • Project Closeout: Coordinate project commissioning and handover activities, and manage project closeout activities.
  • Business Development: Maintain a strong network of industry-related contacts for the purpose of expanding business opportunities.
Requirements
  • Experience: A minimum of fifteen (15) years of construction industry experience is required. Must have been the Senior Most Manager, Project Executive, or Director on a $50M - $200M project.
  • Skills: A qualified candidate will demonstrate firm judgment and communication skills while exhibiting leadership, business acumen, mentoring, and decision-making abilities. This role should also effectively resolve conflicts, network with clients, and have a high degree of self-motivation.
  • Education: An industry-related bachelor's degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • Technology: Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Employee should have solid experience with project management/scheduling software (JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, scheduling software, etc.).
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


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