Project Manager - Corporate Real Estate

Description

The Waldinger Corporation has an opportunity for a qualified Project Manager – Corporate Real Estate in our Des Moines, Iowa office. This is a high-visibility role for someone who thrives on turning plans into reality — leading capital projects that shape the spaces where our teams do their best work.

Project Ownership and Execution

Lead facility-related capital projects from initiation through closeout, including renovations, expansions, equipment installations, and infrastructure upgrades. Manage multiple concurrent projects of varying scope and complexity, keeping timelines, budgets, and deliverables on track.

Planning and Stakeholder Alignment

Facilitate project planning with internal stakeholders to define scope, timelines, budgets, and success metrics. Maintain clear communication throughout the project lifecycle and build strong partnerships that support decision-making and clarity.

Capital and Cost Management

Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure tracking. Monitor spend against approved budgets, identify risks early, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain financial control.

Project Outcomes and Standards

Maintain accountability for safety compliance, quality of execution, timeline adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction. Drive consistency and standardization across facility projects where appropriate.

Vendor and Partner Management

Select, manage, and evaluate external vendors, contractors, and service providers. Ensure contract compliance, scope adherence, and performance expectations are consistently met.

Operational Continuity

Plan and execute projects in a way that minimizes disruption to ongoing operations, coordinating closely with field teams and branch stakeholders — and adjusting plans as needed to support operational needs.

What You Bring

• 5–8 years of project management experience in construction, facilities, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Physical Demand: Moderate.
• Travel Requirements: Moderate.

What You Get Paid

• Holidays and paid vacation.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing.
• Health club reimbursement.
• Wellness plan with lifestyle spending account.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities, plus tuition reimbursement.
• Term, AD&D, and dependent life insurance.
• Prepaid legal services.
• Growth potential with a stable, established company.

About the Role

This is a high-visibility role for someone who thrives on turning plans into reality — leading capital projects that shape the spaces where our teams do their best work.

Responsibilities

• Lead facility-related capital projects from initiation through closeout, including renovations, expansions, equipment installations, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects of varying scope and complexity, keeping timelines, budgets, and deliverables on track.
• Facilitate project planning with internal stakeholders to define scope, timelines, budgets, and success metrics.
• Maintain clear communication throughout the project lifecycle and build strong partnerships that support decision-making and clarity.
• Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure tracking.
• Maintain accountability for safety compliance, quality of execution, timeline adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Select, manage, and evaluate external vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Ensure contract compliance, scope adherence, and performance expectations are consistently met.
• Plan and execute projects in a way that minimizes disruption to ongoing operations, coordinating closely with field teams and branch stakeholders — and adjusting plans as needed to support operational needs.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of project management experience in construction, facilities, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Physical Demand: Moderate.
• Travel Requirements: Moderate.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with project management software.
• Knowledge of construction industry standards and regulations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Project management skills.
• Communication and collaboration skills.
• Financial management and budgeting skills.
• Vendor and partner management skills.
• Operational continuity planning skills.

Benefits

• Holidays and paid vacation.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing.
• Health club reimbursement.
• Wellness plan with lifestyle spending account.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities, plus tuition reimbursement.
• Term, AD&D, and dependent life insurance.
• Prepaid legal services.
• Growth potential with a stable, established company.

Pay

• Holidays and paid vacation.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing.
• Health club reimbursement.
• Wellness plan with lifestyle spending account.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities, plus tuition reimbursement.
• Term, AD&D, and dependent life insurance.
• Prepaid legal services.
• Growth potential with a stable, established company.

Schedule

• Full-time.
• Moderate travel.