Project Manager - Structural Steel

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.

From planning and design stages to on-site installation and delivery, our supply chain division provides maximum efficiency and cost savings. Its unique design-assist approach allows us to understand the project's vision early. Our complete supply chain solution provides certainty of cost, quality and schedule by delivering negotiated national pricing, pre-qualified suppliers and coordinated, responsive scheduling with construction.

The Weitz Company is seeking a Structural Steel Project Manager for the Supply Chain business group to be located in Des Moines, IA. Travel may be required up to a week per month. 

What You'll Do: 

This position will provide overall estimating and project management for steel procurement

Responsible for accurate material quantity take-off

Develop comprehensive, detailed proposal for the projects estimated

Establish and maintain schedules with regard to both drawings and delivery

Work with customers to ensure that internal schedule is consistent with job schedule and manage schedule changes internally

Work closely with accounting to establish and manage a schedule of values for progress billing

Coordinate with steel subcontractors

Maintain project budget throughout each project, with profit and loss accountability

Identify opportunities for change orders and establish costs where applicable

Prepare, issue and track change order status for material above and beyond the original contract

Review purchase orders and specifications on new jobs to ensure the work scope is consistent with the bid

Minimize job site and schedule problems wherever possible and minimize the cost impact of potential back charges

Develop options and recommend best-value solutions based on cost, engineering, quality, or availability of materials

Prepare and manage project schedule; identify and address long lead items; update project plan as required; 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

Identify and recommend value engineering and scope reduction opportunities

Ensure the project safety plan is completed and communicated to the project team and subcontractors

Assist with preconstruction efforts

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 the scope

Recommend staff development needs, disciplinary actions, job assignments, and promotions

What We're Looking For:

Education: Industry-related college degree is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Experience: At least five (5) years’ of construction experience is required, including project management experience. Candidate should have experience managing others with a proven history of leading, teaching, developing and mentoring successfully. Experience in a fast-paced business environment is helpful.

Skills: Business acumen, judgment, communication, solid leadership, client relations, negotiation, project management, solid construction knowledge, decision-making, conflict resolution, tact, adaptable and analytical abilities are all necessary skills for a Project Manager.

Technology: Candidate should have experience with or be able to learn specific project management and scheduling software (ex: JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta). 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 Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, 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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