Project Manager - Mission Critical Plus/Day 2

The Weitz Company; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead construction projects in Leesburg, VA. You will drive execution in mission-critical settings, manage risk, coordinate with engineers and clients, and guide teams across scheduling, procurement, and closeout.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of PM on data centers or industrial facilities, strong leadership, and excellent communication. Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and other tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of construction project management experience.
• Experience in mission-critical data center facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare, or other operational environments preferred.
• Proven history of leading others and mentoring teammates.
• Familiarity with data center infrastructure systems including electrical distribution, generators, UPS, cooling, and structured cabling is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution to align with contract terms, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead risk management and mitigation across assigned projects.
• Coordinate construction activities in active, mission-critical environments to ensure safety and uninterrupted operations.
• Partner with client operations teams, engineers, and stakeholders to maintain system reliability and support outage planning.
• Support development and execution of project schedules, phasing plans, and operational strategies for work in live facilities.
• Oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring safety and contract compliance.
• Manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, inspections, audits, and change orders.
• Track material and equipment delivery, assess impacts to cost/schedule, and manage change requests.
• Lead preconstruction activities including scheduling, constructability reviews, buyout, and scope development.
• Negotiate and manage subcontracts and purchase orders; review/pay applications within authority.
• Prepare and manage project financials including billing, forecasting, and risk assessments.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and constraints.
• Lead project meetings and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Promote use of project tools, VDC, and Lean construction practices.
• Identify value engineering opportunities to improve cost, schedule, and outcomes.
• Manage project closeout, including punch lists, as-builts, warranties, and final documentation.
• Mentor team members and support performance management and growth.
• Resolve conflicts and support dispute resolution with subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Negotiation

Communication

Cost analysis

Schedule management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Asta

JDE

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description:

What You’ll Do:

• Manage project execution to ensure alignment with contract terms, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead risk management and mitigation efforts across assigned project(s).
• Coordinate construction activities within active, mission-critical environments to ensure safety and uninterrupted operations.
• Partner with client operations teams, engineers, and stakeholders to maintain system reliability and support outage planning.
• Support development and execution of project schedules, phasing plans, and operational strategies for work in live facilities.
• Oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with safety standards, procedures, and contract requirements.
• Manage project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, inspections, audits, and change orders.
• Track material and equipment delivery, identify impacts to cost or schedule, and manage requests for change.
• Lead preconstruction activities, including scheduling, constructability reviews, buyout, and scope development.
• Negotiate and manage subcontracts and purchase orders; review and approve pay applications within authority.
• Prepare and manage project financials, including billing, forecasting, and risk assessments.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities and constraints.
• Lead project meetings, coordinate teams, and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Drive use of project tools, virtual design coordination, and Lean construction practices.
• Identify value engineering opportunities to improve cost, schedule, and project outcomes.
• Manage project closeout, including punch lists, as-builts, warranties, and final documentation.
• Mentor and develop team members; support performance management and team growth.
• Resolve conflicts and support dispute resolution with subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience:
  • A minimum of five years of project construction project management experience is required.
  • Experience in mission-critical data center facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare, or other operational environments is preferred.
  • Proven history of leading others successfully and teaching, developing, and mentoring others.
  • Familiarity with data center infrastructure systems, including electrical distribution, generators, UPS systems, cooling infrastructure, and structured cabling, is beneficial.
• Skills:
  • Excellent leadership skills with a desire to mentor, coach, and develop a team
  • Ability to compare and analyze various systems and related cost impacts
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Business acumen and relationship-building skills
• Technology:
  • Candidate should have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Apple products (iPhone & iPad) and have the ability to learn specific software.Solid systems experience with JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta, etc. is preferred.
  • Training will be provided on company standards.

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.