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Project Manager II - Industrial

Des Moines, Iowa

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OVERVIEW

As a Project Manager II - Industrial at Weitz, you’ll help build lasting structures and strong partnerships, ensuring clients receive premier results every time. At the forefront you will ensure safe and successful management of the build from concept to completion, with quality, schedule, and budget delivered as promised.

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Level: Mid-level
  • Work Location: On-Site
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SUCCESS PROFILE

What makes a successful Project Manager II - Industrial? Check out the traits we’re looking for and see if you are the right fit.

  • Adaptable
  • Collaborative
  • Communicator
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Leadership
  • Responsible
Core Values

CULTURE

For over 170 years, we've shaped skylines and communities with a foundation rooted in safety, trust, resilience, and peope-first values. Weitz is a place where you belong, your contributions are visible, your impact is real, and your work truly matters.

CAREER PATH

At The Weitz Company, a Project Manager's career path is designed to foster growth, leadership, and expertise in the construction industry. Starting from an internship, individuals can progress through various roles, each offering unique responsibilities and opportunities for advancement. Here's a possible career trajectory:

  • Project Engineer

  • Assistant Project Manager

  • Project Manager

  • Senior Project Manager

  • Project Executive

I ensure project goals are met while developing the next generation of Project Managers. Every day is different, but there is always an emphasis on collaboration, continuous improvement, and finding solutions to daily challenges.

Jen Herrera
Project Manager

BENEFITS

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  • Paid Time Off

  • Medical Programs - Best In Class National Provider Network

  • 401K, Bonus Plan

  • 10 Paid Holidays

  • EAP & Mental Health Support

  • Employee Referral Program

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management Full-Time

Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships makes The Weitz Company a great place to work.

We are currently accepting applications for a Project Manager II to join our Industrial team.  



Business travel is required up to 50% for this position.

What You’ll Do Every Day:

  • Understand contract terms and obligations to ensure work in progress is within scope
  • Accept overall responsibility of risk management and mitigation for assigned project(s)
  • Collaborate with project team to implement and execute project goals, build high morale and implement quality programs and initiatives
  • Coordinate with project team to create and manage the project schedule, identify and address long lead items, update and amend project plan as needed
  • Confirm contracts, insurances, bonds and change orders are intact prior to scope execution
  • Complete project safety plan and ensure site compliance
  • Oversee construction documents, drawings, requests for information (RFI) and submittals
  • Ensure project team is tracking material and equipment delivery status, notifying project team of any schedule or cost impacts and tracking requests for change
  • Assist with preconstruction efforts (i.e. create preliminary schedule, determine bid strategy and solicitation, detect potential constructability issues, ensure seamless transition to operations); manage buyout process
  • Create, negotiate and manage scopes of work to be included in subcontracts and/or purchase order agreements
  • Complete monthly project status reports (MPSR), owner billings and financial risk assessments
  • Manage subcontractor requests for change; solicitate pricing and execute change orders, within delegated authority
  • Participate in marketing and business development initiatives, including leading project proposals and presentations
  • Foster and maintain working relationships with all personnel involved in the construction process; initiate third party relationships when opportunities arise
  • Manage closeout information, punch list items, as-built drawings and warranty process
  • Manage dispute resolution among subcontractors, vendors, architects and owners, within delegated authority
  • Review project plan with project team; coordinate and communicate scopes of work
  • Perform other duties as assigned


What We’re Looking For:

  • Education: An industry related bachelor's degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Experience: A minimum of seven (7) years of construction project management experience is required. LEAN principles experience and ability to apply principles is desirable. OSHA 30 preferred, or the willingness to obtain upon hire.
  • Technology: Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Outlook. Employee should have the ability to learn other specific software (JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta, etc.). 
  • Skills: A qualified candidate will demonstrate initiative, independent judgment, project management and analytical skills. They should also show strong negotiation, leadership, business acumen, client relation and decision making abilities. 
  • Technology: Candidate should have experience with or be able to learn specific project management and scheduling software (ex: JDE, Procore, Bluebeam). 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
  • 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. 

The Weitz Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with 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.  


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