Construction Technology Solutions Specialist
The Weitz Company · Des Moines, IA · 2 wk ago
Full-time
Job Description The Weitz Company is hiring a Construction Technology Solutions Specialist to join our Information Technology (IT) team! The Construction Technology Solutions Specialist serves as the liaison between Operations and IT to ensure systems and construction technologies effectively support project execution, field operations, and business objectives. This role combines construction industry experience with technology acumen to improve processes, support users, drive adoption, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. If you are analytical, enjoys problem-solving, and understand construction workflows then this could be a great opportunity for you! 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 Work with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and Operations leadership to identify technology improvement opportunitiesServe as a trusted advisor for construction technology solutions and translate business challenges into system improvementsPartner with project teams, operations leadership, learning & development, IT, and vendors to ensure construction technology solutions deliver measurable value across the organizationAct as the subject matter expert (SME) for Procore and other construction technology solutionsProvide advanced business process/application support for construction project teamsAssist with system configuration, process optimization, and standardization efforts while supporting project teams in the effective use of construction technology platformsAnalyze business processes and recommend solutions to improve efficiency, quality, and user experienceIdentify opportunities to improve data/reporting accuracy, quality, visibility, and decision-makingAssist with defining business requirements for integrations involving Procore, Workday, and other business systemsDocument current-state and future-state business processes and identify opportunities for automation, data consistency, and workflow optimizationSupport training, communication, and user-adoption efforts and gather feedback from project teams to continuously improve solutionsAssist with creating/updating training materials and facilitate training sessions when neededPromote consistent and effective use of construction technology solutions across the organizationDevelop a strong understanding of Weitz project delivery processes and operational workflows What We’re Looking For Experience:4+ years of experience in the commercial construction industry in project engineering, project management, operations, or construction technology supportExperience supporting/improving business processes through technology solutionsDegree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or similar field preferredSkills:Knowledge of construction documentation including RFIs, submittals, drawings, specifications, and moreStrong understanding of construction operations and project delivery processesCollaborative with the ability to build relationships across the organization using a customer-focused approachHighly organized and analyticalProcess improvement mindset and able to translate business requirements into technology solutionsStrong problem-solving and project management skillsAbility to lead technology adoption and change management initiativesContinuous learning mindset and an excitement for improving business processesStrong facilitation skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiencesTechnology:Experience using Procore or similar construction management platformsProficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookAbility to learn additional specific job-related software upon hire Additional Requirements:Must be able to work in the office 4 days per week – position allows the ability to work remote 1 day per week What We Offer Competitive PayRewarding Bonus ProgramComprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offeringsEmployer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability ProgramsEmployer-Paid Life InsuranceGenerous Paid Time Off Provisions401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company MatchTuition ReimbursementFully Paid Parental LeaveVoluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident InsuranceCorporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. 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