Prefabrication Shop - Project Manager

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

HSA & FSA Benefits

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Voluntary Insurance

Wellness Program

Job summary

EPI Power, LLC, a subsidiary of The Weitz Company, is hiring for an onsite prefabrication role in Des Moines, IA. The position operates in our Des Moines prefabrication shop Monday–Friday, 7:00am–5:30pm, with possible Saturday hours; remote or hybrid work are not available.

You will lead prefab kickoff meetings, develop production schedules, review drawings for constructability, and work closely with shop teams and field project teams to align production with installation milestones.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of field construction experience required.
• Experience as Foreman, Lead Installer, Project Engineer, or Assistant Project Manager preferred.
• Prefabrication or manufacturing exposure is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead prefab kickoff meetings and define project-specific scope.
• Develop and maintain prefab production schedules.
• Coordinate detailing priorities and ensure drawings are complete before release.
• Review drawings for constructability and field alignment.
• Sequence prefab assemblies based on installation needs.
• Monitor labor hours against budgets and identify variances.
• Coordinate change requests and pricing within authority.
• Facilitate prefab coordination meetings between field and shop teams.
• Ensure material requirements align with production schedules.
• Spend time on shop floor reviewing assemblies with production teams.
• Visit project sites to confirm constructability and gather field feedback.

Skills

Construction means and methods

Field credibility

Production environment adaptability

Detail-oriented

Multi-priority management

Hands-on problem solving

Leadership potential

Tools

Bluebeam

Revit

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

What You\'ll Do:

• 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 elevate appropriately
• Collaborate with Shop Superintendents to align weekly production priorities
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We\'re Looking For:

• Experience:
  • Equivalent field experience and demonstrated competency will be considered in place of formal education
  • 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
  • Prefabrication or manufacturing exposure is desirable but not required
• Skills:
  • 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
• Technology:
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings is required. Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Revit, CAD, or similar platforms preferred for review purposes only. This role is not a design position. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software required.

What We Offer:

• 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

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

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