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Project Engineer or Project Manager - Industrial Construction

Project Engineer or Project Manager - Industrial Construction

The Weitz CompanyDavenport, Iowa
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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 You’ll 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 You’ll 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 We’re 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
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    Project Engineer • Davenport, Iowa