Location: West Palm Beach,FL, USA
Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships make The Weitz Company a great place to work.
Do you have experience working in project management in the construction industry? The Weitz Company is hiring a Construction Project Manager to join our Florida team in West Palm Beach! This role will profitably manage a medium sized project or multiple small projects. The Project Manager collaborates with the Project Superintendent and project team to manage all administrative and field construction activities for their assigned project(s).
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 scope
* Negotiate and execute change orders, subcontracts, and purchase orders
* Complete monthly project status reports, owner billings, and financial risk assessments
* Identify and recommend value engineering and scope reduction opportunities
* Ensure project safety plan is completed and communicated to project team and subcontractors
* Assist with preconstruction efforts and manage buy-out process
* Detect constructability issues with project design
* Understand contract terms, budgets, insurances, bonds and change orders; ensure adherence including work progress being within scope
* Oversee construction documents, drawings, requests for information (RFI), and submittals
* Review project plan with project team while coordinating and communicating scopes of work
* Foster positive relationships with both internal and external parties
What We're Looking For:
* Experience:
* 5-10 years of experience in construction project management
* Commercial construction experience working for a general contractor (GC)
* Experience in education, municipal, hospitality, aviation, and/or senior living construction is desired
* Knowledge and application of Lean principles
* OSHA 30 is a plus, or willingness to obtain upon hire
* Skills:
* Excellent project management skills
* Familiarity with pay applications and change order process
* Analytical thinker with a high level of initiative
* Business acumen and relationship building skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication
* Detail-oriented and highly organized
* Strong negotiation skills
* Comfortable leading project meetings
* Technology:
* Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
* Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire
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
* 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Fully Paid Parental Leave
* Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
* Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.
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The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with 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.
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