Senior Industrial Construction Manager - Power Gen Expert

The Weitz Company; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Full Benefits including HSA/FSA

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking a Construction Manager/Senior Project Superintendent for its Industrial team. The role requires extensive field and project construction experience with a focus on power generation.

The position may require national travel or relocation to support projects. The Senior Project Superintendent will ensure profitable field operations, lead safety culture on sites, and collaborate with Project Managers to manage schedules, budgets, and staff while building strong client

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; college degree preferred in related field.
• Eight years of field and project construction management experience required; power generation experience mandatory.
• Industrial construction experience strongly preferred; leadership and mentoring skills needed.
• Proficiency with construction documents, methods, materials, and communication/negotiation is required.

Responsibilities

• Construct projects per plans, schedule, specs, and standards.
• Lead subcontractors and field staff on site.
• Promote and manage project safety per policy.
• Coordinate with Project Managers on schedule, budget, and staff.
• Develop and maintain two‑week look‑ahead schedules and project timelines.
• Assist with buyout and selection of major subs.
• Review contracts and ensure compliance; enforce company policies.

Skills

Construction management

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Industry-related college degree

Tools

Procore

JDE

Asta

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Weitz Company is seeking a Construction Manager/Senior Project Superintendent for its Industrial team. The role requires extensive field and project construction experience with a focus on power generation.

The position may require national travel or relocation to support projects. The Senior Project Superintendent will ensure profitable field operations, lead safety culture on sites, and collaborate with Project Managers to manage schedules, budgets, and staff while building strong client