Project Manager - Data Center (Traveling)

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.; West Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Rewarding Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Paid Time Off Provisions

Fully Paid Parental Leave

Corporate Wellness Program

Job summary

A construction management firm in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks Project Managers to oversee large hyperscale data center projects. Candidates should have five years of commercial construction experience and skills in project management, negotiation, and leadership. The role includes managing schedules, safety plans, and stakeholder relationships while ensuring adherence to budgets and quality standards. Comprehensive benefits and bonuses are offered for this fulltime position.

Qualifications

• At least five years of commercial construction experience required.
• Proven history of leading, teaching, developing and mentoring others.
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project schedule and ensure changes are documented.
• Negotiate change orders and maintain project financials.
• Oversee project safety and compliance with company standards.

Skills

Business acumen

Solid leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Education

Industry-related college degree

Tools

JDE

Procore

Bluebeam

Asta

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‑size projects, a single large‑size 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, adaptability 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
• 401(k) 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.