Senior Project Manager (Traveling)

The Weitz Company; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Benefits Package with HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Commercial unit as a traveler. You will lead complex construction projects from start to finish, driving on-time delivery within budget while upholding high-quality standards.

This role requires strong leadership, risk management, and stakeholder communications across architects, engineers, and subcontractors. You will mentor team members, develop detailed project plans, and oversee change orders, buy-outs, and monthly reporting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction experience in a PM or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex construction projects from start to finish; ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with high quality.
• Provide leadership to project teams 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.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and other stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, budgets and schedules; manage resources.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Risk management

Communication

Negotiation

Team mentorship

Travel coordination

Project planning

Decision making

Change management

Education

Industry-related degree

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

P6

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Description
Are you an experienced Project Manager in the commercial construction industry? The Weitz Company is hiring a Senior Project Manager to join our Commercial business unit as a traveler! This role is responsible for safely and 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 a single large-sized project. They will demonstrate leadership by following company standards and policies, achieving shared goals, developing others, and building high morale and commitment.

The Senior Project Manager will support our Mission Critical team for the first 6 months of employment before transferring to a Commercial project. Assigned locations have not yet been determined.

• Must be willing to travel nationally based on the needs of the business and projects

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

Leadership & Mentoring:

• Experience leading, developing, and mentoring a team

Education:

• An industry-related college degree is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Desired Experience:

• 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 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

Additional Requirements:

• Willing to travel nationally based on the needs of the business and projects (travel package will be provided)

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.