Assistant Project Manager - Data Center Construction

About the role

The Weitz Company is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to join our Mission Critical team on a hyperscale data center project in Port Washington, WI.

Responsibilities

• Profitably manages a small project individually, or a larger project with a Project Manager’s oversight
• Assists with creating and updating the project schedule
• Negotiates, issues and executes subcontract and vendor change orders within delegated authority
• Prices and negotiates owner change orders within delegated authority
• Approves subcontractor and vendor pay applications
• Assists in the preconstruction and buy-out processes
• Drafts accurate scopes of work to be included in subcontracts and/or purchase order agreements
• Assists in the preparation and implementation of the project plan and updates
• Monitors material and equipment deliveries/shipping commitments to ensure project team is aware of status and potential project schedule impacts
• Ensures subcontract agreements and amendments are issued and follow up if necessary
• Understands contract terms and obligations to ensure work in progress is within scope
• Assists in the resolution of issues with subcontractors, vendors, architects and owners
• Contributes to ensuring project completion is on time or ahead of schedule and with the expected level of profitability
• Oversees RFI process if necessary; coordinates with project team; verifies impact and pricing
• Completes monthly project status reports (MPSR), owner billings and financial risk assessments
• Assists with project proposals and presentations as requested
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education: An industry-related college degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Experience: 2-5 years of construction project management experience is required. LEAN principles experience is desirable. OSHA 10 or 30 preferred, or the willingness to obtain upon hire. Data center construction experience is preferred.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Judgment
• Communication
• Solid leadership
• Client relations
• Negotiation
• Project management
• Solid construction knowledge
• Decision-making
• Conflict resolution
• Tact
• Adaptable
• Problem solving
• Personal initiative
• Analytical abilities

Technology

• Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn other software (ex: JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta). Training will be provided on company standards.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings