Senior Project Manager - Data Center Construction - (Traveling)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Benefits package with HSA/FSA

Employer-paid disability

Life Insurance

Generous PTO

401K with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Weitz Company is hiring a Senior Project Manager to support our Iowa Business Unit on a data center project in Des Moines, IA. This role leads complex construction efforts from start to finish, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while upholding high quality standards.

You will direct project teams, manage client relationships, and partner with architects, engineers and subcontractors. A GC background with 10+ years and leadership experience is required, along with a relevant college degree.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction experience as a Project Manager or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex construction projects from start to finish.
• Provide leadership to project teams and ensure goals.
• Identify and assess project risks; develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage client and stakeholder communications.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and other stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Negotiate change orders, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
• Prepare monthly status reports and financial forecasts.
• Ensure safety plan compliance and quality assurance.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Budgeting

Risk management

Mentoring

Decision making

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

College degree

Tools

JDE

Procore

Bluebeam

P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Weitz Company is hiring a Senior Project Manager to support our Iowa Business Unit on a data center project in Des Moines, IA!

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for profitably managing a large, complex project or multiple small to medium-sized projects while providing leadership to clients and project team members. This role works in conjunction with the Sr. Project Superintendent to manage all field and construction activities throughout the development and delivery stages of assigned project(s). The Senior Project Manager typically reports to the Project Executive.

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. 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.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee complex construction projects from start to finish, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to high quality standards
• Provide leadership and management direction to project teams. Foster a collaborative team environment; manage team performance and ensure adherence to project goals and company policy.
• Identify and assess project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor risk factors
• Lead client and stakeholder communication, manage expectations and resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
• Collaborate with and manage partnership with architects, engineers and other key project team entities/stakeholders
• Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules; manage project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials
• Prepare and manage project schedule, identify and address long lead items, update project plan as needed, 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
• Manage project budget, project expenses, and ensure projects are completed within allocated funds. Prepare financial reports and monthly forecasts.
• Implement quality control and quality assurance program and measures to ensure project meets and exceeds required standards and identify areas for improvement
• 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 and 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
• Foster positive relationships with both internal and external parties
• Develop and mentor team members, including delegation of tasks/responsibilities for development, recommend disciplinary action when necessary, delegate job assignments, establish team member goals, and recommend promotions

What We’re Looking For

• Experience:
  • 10+ years of construction experience working in construction as a Project Manager or in a similar role
  • Commercial construction experience working for a general contractor (GC) is required
  • Experience leading, developing, and mentoring a team
  • An industry-related college degree is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
  • Experience in senior living, student housing, hospitality, condominium, and/or other lived in product type construction is desired
• Skills:
  • Excellent project management skills and commercial construction knowledge
  • Strong business acumen, tact, and relationship building skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to make sound judgements and decisions
  • Solid leadership skills and comfortable with conflict resolution
  • Analytical thinker with a high level of initiative
  • Adaptable to meet needs of the business and the client
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Strong negotiation skills
• Technology:
  • Experience with JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, P6 is a plus
  • Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

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.

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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. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.