Project Manager - Data Center (Traveling)

theweitzcompany; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Rewarding Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking experienced Project Managers for a major data center project in Cedar Rapids, IA. Candidates must possess at least five years of commercial construction experience, along with strong leadership and negotiation skills. Responsibilities include overseeing project schedules and managing stakeholder relationships.

Competitive pay, a rewarding bonus program, and comprehensive benefits are offered, including a 401K with company match and generous paid time off.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications

• At least five years of commercial construction experience required.
• Experience managing teams with a history of leading and mentoring.
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling software is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage project schedules and ensure adherence to plans.
• Negotiate change orders, subcontracts and manage project buy-out process.
• Perform financial assessments and prepare project status reports.

Skills

Business acumen

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Decision-making

Conflict resolution

Education

Industry-related college degree

Tools

JDE

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Weitz Company is hiring Project Managers of various experience to be located on a large hyperscale data center project in Cedar Rapids, IA.

The Project Manager is responsible for profitably managing all administrative and field construction activities to quality standards, while maintaining relationships with all stakeholders on assigned projects. This individual will often oversee multiple medium‑sized projects, a single large‑sized project, or an assigned scope on a single, large, complex project. The Project Manager is expected to demonstrate leadership by following company standards and policies, achieving shared goals, developing others and building high morale and commitment.

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 commercial 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: Business acumen, judgment, communication, solid leadership, client relations, negotiation, project management, solid construction knowledge, decision‑making, conflict resolution, tact, adaptable and analytical abilities are all necessary skills for a Project Manager.
• Education: industry‑related college degree is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience will 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 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. To review our Privacy Notice please refer to the website.