Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Job Description The Weitz Company is hiring a Project Manager to join our Florida team in West Palm Beach! The Project Manager collaborates with the Project Superintendent and project team to manage all administrative and field construction activities for their assigned project(s). If you are an experienced project manager specializing in commercial construction who has worked for a general contractor (GC), 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 Collaborate with the project team and create/manage the project schedule, identify and address long lead items, update the project plan as needed, and ensure work in progress is within scopeNegotiate and execute change orders, subcontracts, and purchase ordersComplete monthly project status reports, owner billings, and financial risk assessmentsIdentify and recommend value engineering and scope reduction opportunitiesEnsure project safety plan is completed and communicated to project team and subcontractorsAssist with preconstruction efforts and manage buy-out processDetect constructability issues with project designUnderstand contract terms, budgets, insurances, bonds and change orders; ensure adherence including work progress being within scopeOversee construction documents, drawings, requests for information (RFI), and submittalsReview project plan with project team while coordinating and communicating scopes of workFoster positive relationships with both internal and external parties What We’re Looking For Experience:5-10 years of experience in construction project managementCommercial construction experience working for a general contractor (GC)Experience in education, municipal, hospitality, aviation, resorts, and/or senior living construction is requiredKnowledge and application of Lean principlesSkills:Excellent project management skills and commercial construction knowledge Strong business acumen, tact, and relationship building skillsExcellent verbal and written communication Ability to make sound judgements and decisionsSolid leadership skills and comfortable with conflict resolution Analytical thinker with a high level of initiative Adaptable to meet needs of the business and the clientDetail-oriented and highly organizedStrong negotiation skillsTechnology: Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and OutlookAbility to learn specific job-related software upon hire 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. 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.-based subsidiaries 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 applicants will 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 applicable state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.