Assistant Project Manager - Data Center Construction

The Weitz Company is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to be located on a large hyperscale data center project in Cedar Rapids, IA.

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for profitably managing a small project, or a specific scope of a medium to large project, with a Project Manager's oversight. This role will manage administrative and field construction activities related to the assigned project(s). The Assistant Project Manager typically reports to the Project Manager and may supervise other personnel.

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

• Understand contract terms and obligations to ensure work in progress is within scope
• Manage construction documents, drawings, requests for information (RFI) and submittals
• Prepare inspections, compliance audits and the non-conformance log
• Manage material and equipment delivery status
• Manage project logs (i.e. buyouts, subcontractor material status reports, submittals, RFIs)
• Assist in the preconstruction, project planning and buyout process
• Create and manage scopes of work to be included in subcontracts and/or purchase order agreements
• Approve subcontractor and vendor pay applications, within delegated authority
• Assist in completion of monthly project status reports (MPSR), owner billings and financial risk assessments
• Ensure subcontract agreements and amendments are executed
• Track and negotiate subcontractor requests for change; solicit pricing and execute change orders, within delegated authority
• Utilize virtual design tools to assist with project coordination
• Operate project software, implement Lean Last Planner and create/manage project schedule
• Facilitate regular project meetings; record and distribute meeting minutes, as needed
• Manage closeout information, punch list items, as-built drawings and warranty process
• Facilitate dispute resolution among subcontractors, vendors, architects and owners, within delegated authority
• Identify and propose value engineering and scope reduction opportunities
• Assist with mentoring and providing development opportunities for team members
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Experience:
• A minimum of three (3) years of extensive project construction management experience
• Experience in a fast-paced environment
• Data center experience is strongly preferred
• LEAN principles, experience and ability to apply principles is desirable
• Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Strong negotiation 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 Procore, JDE, Bluebeam, and Asta is preferred
• 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 Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

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.