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Project Engineer Data Center (Traveling)

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/8/2025

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.


The Weitz Company is currently accepting applications for an outstanding Project Engineer (traveler) to be located on our jobsites for our Mission Critical Business Unit. 


The Project Engineer is responsible for several functions throughout the duration of assigned projects including planning, buyout, management and closeout. This role actively assists the project team in monitoring project status and identifying issues that may impact the project schedule and/or budget. The Project Engineer typically reports to the Project Manager. 


What You’ll Do:

  • 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
  • Monitor material and equipment delivery status
  • 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.

 

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.
  • Skills:
    • Excellent leadership skills with a desire to mentor, coach, and develop a team
    • Ability to compare and analyze various systems and related cost impacts
    • Excellent verbal and written communication
    • Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines
    • Detail-oriented and highly organized
    • 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.
    • Training will be provided on company standards.

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. 

 

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 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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