Project Manager - Various Levels

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.

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itz Company is seeking various levels of Project Managers to be located in La Vista, NE.

The Project Manager is responsible for 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 multiple medium-sized projects, a single large-sized project, or an assigned scope on a single, large, complex project. The Project Manager is expected to demonstrate leadership by following company standards and policies, achieving shared goals, developing others and building high morale and commitment.

What You'll Do:

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 project safety plan is completed and communicated to 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 scope

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

Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each previously stated duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to succeed in this role.

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.

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