The Weitz Company · 2 weeks ago
Project Executive - Power Generation, Industrial
Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expThe Weitz Company is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and is seeking a Project Executive for Gas Turbine Power Generation Industrial Markets. This role involves overseeing construction operations, managing project teams, and ensuring the overall success of assigned projects, while also requiring significant business travel.
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Responsibilities
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans for large-scale construction projects
Manage project teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors
Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including senior management, clients, and regulatory authorities
Monitor and control construction through administrative direction of on-site field management staff to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures
Manage and support proposal creation and the development of client presentations
Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest and maintain good relationship with Client
Provide leadership and direction to preconstruction teams in analyzing value to the customer, opportunities and risk
Coordinate project commissioning and handover activities
Manage project closeout activities
Maintain a strong network of industry related contacts for the purpose of expanding business opportunities
Other duties and projects as assigned
Business travel will be required
Qualification
Required
A minimum of fifteen (15) years of power generation industry experience is required
Must have been the Senior Most Manager, Project Executive, or Director on a $50M - $200M project
An industry related bachelor's degree is required
Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Solid experience with project management/scheduling software (JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, scheduling software, etc.)
Demonstrate firm judgment and communication skills while exhibiting leadership, business acumen, mentoring and decision making abilities
Effectively resolve conflicts, network with clients and have a high degree of self-motivation
Benefits
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
Company
The Weitz Company
The Weitz Company, a subsidiary of Orascom Construction PLC, is a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2012-09-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Kevin McClain
President & CEO
Recent News
Corridor Business Journal
2025-10-31
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