Project Engineer

About the role

The Weitz Company is currently accepting applications for an outstanding Project Engineer to be located on their jobsites for their Iowa Business Unit in Cedar Rapids, IA OR Des Moines, IA. Join our team to work on Commercial and Mission Critical Projects, shaping the future with state-of-the-art technology, top industry experts, and unparalleled career growth opportunities!

Responsibilities

• Organize, review, update, maintain and post construction documents and 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
• Maintain and distribute accurate project logs (i.e. buyouts, subcontractor material status reports, submittals, RFIs)
• Understand scopes 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
• Attend regular project meetings; record and distribute meeting minutes
• Obtain closeout information; gather punch list items; prepare as-built drawings; assist with warranty process
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of two (2) years’ of project engineering experience
• Experience in a fast-paced environment
• Proven history of leading others successfully and to teach, develop and mentor others
• Industry related college degree
• Data center experience is strongly preferred

Skills

• Excellent leadership skills with a desire to mentor, coach, and develop a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong negotiation skills
• Business acumen and relationship building skills
• Technology: Candidate should have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Apple products (iPhone & iPad) and have the ability to learn specific software
• Solid systems experience with Procore, JDE, and Asta is preferred

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: A minimum of two (2) years’ of project engineering experience
• Experience in a fast-paced environment
• Proven history of leading others successfully and to teach, develop and mentor others
• Industry related college degree
• Data center experience is strongly preferred

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
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance