Assistant Project Manager - Data Center Construction

WEITZ-ABITAT MISSION CRITICAL; Milwaukee (WI); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid Time Off

Medical Programs - National Network

401K, Bonus Plan

10 Paid Holidays

EAP & Mental Health Support

Employee Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits with HSA/FSA

Descripción de la vacante

The Weitz Company, LLC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for Data Center Construction in Milwaukee, WI. You will help manage projects from concept to completion, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and budget alignment on-site.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of construction PM experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and experience with project controls and subcontract management. This is an on-site, full-time role with a clear career path in project management.

Formación

• Education: industry-related college degree required or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 2–5 years construction project management experience required.
• LEAN principles experience desired; OSHA 10 or 30 preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Data center construction experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Profitably manages a small project individually, or a larger project with a Project Manager’s oversight.
• Assists with creating and updating the project schedule.
• Negotiates, issues and executes subcontract and vendor change orders within delegated authority.
• Prices and negotiates owner change orders within delegated authority.
• Approves subcontractor and vendor pay applications.
• Assists in the preconstruction and buy-out processes.
• Drafts accurate scopes of work to be included in subcontracts and/or purchase order agreements.
• Assists in the preparation and implementation of the project plan and updates.
• Monitors material and equipment deliveries/shipping commitments to ensure project team is aware of status and potential project schedule impacts.
• Ensures subcontract agreements and amendments are issued and follow up if necessary.
• Understands contract terms and obligations to ensure work in progress is within scope.
• Assists in the resolution of issues with subcontractors, vendors, architects and owners.
• Contributes to ensuring project completion is on time or ahead of schedule and with the expected level of profitability.
• Oversees RFI process if necessary; coordinates with project team; verifies impact and pricing.
• Completes monthly project status reports (MPSR), owner billings and financial risk assessments.
• Assists with project proposals and presentations as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Time management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Project management

Problem solving

Educación

Industry-related college degree

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Procore

Descripción del empleo

Overview

As a Assistant Project Manager - Data Center Construction at Weitz, you’ll help build lasting structures and strong partnerships, ensuring clients receive premier results every time. At the forefront you will ensure safe and successful management of the build from concept to completion, with quality, schedule, and budget delivered as promised.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

• Job Type: Full Time
• Level: 9 Manager
• Work Location: On-Site

Success Profile

• Adaptable
• Collaborative
• Communicator
• Detail-Oriented
• Leadership
• Responsible

Culture

For over 170 years, we've shaped skylines and communities with a foundation rooted in safety, trust, resilience, and people-first values. Weitz is a place where you belong, your contributions are visible, your impact is real, and your work truly matters.

Career Path

• Project Engineer
• Assistant Project Manager
• Project Manager
• Senior Project Manager
• Project Executive

I ensure project goals are met while developing the next generation of Project Managers. Every day is different, but there is always an emphasis on collaboration, continuous improvement, and finding solutions to daily challenges.

Jen Herrera
Project Manager

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical Programs - Best In Class National Provider Network
• 401K, Bonus Plan
• 10 Paid Holidays
• EAP & Mental Health Support
• Employee Referral Program
• 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

Responsibilities

• Profitably manages a small project individually, or a larger project with a Project Manager’s oversight
• Assists with creating and updating the project schedule
• Negotiates, issues and executes subcontract and vendor change orders within delegated authority
• Prices and negotiates owner change orders within delegated authority
• Approves subcontractor and vendor pay applications
• Assists in the preconstruction and buy-out processes
• Drafts accurate scopes of work to be included in subcontracts and/or purchase order agreements
• Assists in the preparation and implementation of the project plan and updates
• Monitors material and equipment deliveries/shipping commitments to ensure project team is aware of status and potential project schedule impacts
• Ensures subcontract agreements and amendments are issued and follow up if necessary
• Understands contract terms and obligations to ensure work in progress is within scope
• Assists in the resolution of issues with subcontractors, vendors, architects and owners
• Contributes to ensuring project completion is on time or ahead of schedule and with the expected level of profitability
• Oversees RFI process if necessary; coordinates with project team; verifies impact and pricing
• Completes monthly project status reports (MPSR), owner billings and financial risk assessments
• Assists with project proposals and presentations as requested
• Performs other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:

Education: An industry-related college degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Experience: 2-5 years of construction project management experience is required. LEAN principles experience is desirable. OSHA 10 or 30 preferred, or the willingness to obtain upon hire. Data center construction experience is preferred.

Skills: Attention to detail, time management, judgment, communication, solid leadership, client relations, negotiation, project management, solid construction knowledge, decision-making, conflict resolution, tact, adaptable, problem solving, personal initiative and analytical abilities are all necessary skills for an Assistant Project Manager.

Technology: Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook. Employee should have the ability to learn other software (ex: JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta). Training will be provided on company standards.

Compliance and Inclusivity

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.

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