Construction Project Manager – Traveling

Our global construction group is comprised of Orascom Construction subsidiaries, The Weitz Company, Contrack Watts Inc., and Watts Constructors.

Collectively, we specialize in Commercial, Federal, and Industrial construction projects with a best-in-class Supply Chain segment.

We have forged our reputation by constantly seeking new construction innovations and technology that provide our clients and employees with predictable, reliable, and collaborative services.

Our commitment to delivering a top quality product has resulted in long-standing customer relationships and recognition by industry rankings as one of the top contractors in the United States.

We view employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success.

That’s why we provide team members a career (not just a job), supported by learning and development opportunities, and a positive, collaborative work environment.

We offer the resources of a large company, while preserving our small company feel.

Employees are encouraged to work hard, have fun and build strong relationships along the way!

Community involvement, diversity and inclusion, and employee empowerment are central to our Company’s culture.

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: Pet Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

The We itz Company is seeking an experienced Traveling Project Manager (various levels).

100% of travel is required.

Candidates possessing student housing and senior living project experience preferred.

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.

This is 100% a traveling role.

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: A minimum of five (5) years’ of commercial 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.

Experience working on projects that are $40M+ preferred.
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.

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 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.