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Project Engineer or Project Manager - Industrial Construction

Project Engineer or Project Manager - Industrial Construction

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.Davenport, IA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

The Weitz Company is hiring a Project Engineer or Project Manager to join our team in Davenport, IA.

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 Youll Do As A Project Engineer :

  • Organize, review, update, maintain, and post construction documents / drawings
  • Collaborate with project team to complete requests for information (RFI)
  • Review submittals and other project documents for accuracy against plans and specifications
  • Assist in preparing inspections, compliance audits, and the non-conformance log
  • Monitor material and equipment delivery status
  • Maintain and distribute accurate project logs
  • Understand scope of work to be included in subcontracts and / or purchase order agreements
  • Track subcontractor requests for change; solicit pricing and draft change orders within delegated authority
  • Understand and assist with project schedule management
  • Obtain closeout information, gather punch list items, prepare as-built drawings, and assist with warranty process

What Youll Do As A Project Manager :

  • 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

    • What Were Looking For :

  • Experience :

    • Industry related degree required

  • Previous construction internship or experience in project engineering role is highly preferred
  • Structural Steel experience preferred
  • Fab Shop experience preferred
  • Skills :

    • High level of initiative and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Flexibility to balance competing needs
  • Ability to build positive relationships across the organization
  • Technology :

    • Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook

  • Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

    • 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.-basedsubsidiaries 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 applicantswill 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 applicablestate and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.Click hereto review our Privacy Notice.

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