Construction Project Manager Engineering at Day & Zimmerman Company in Middletown, Iowa

Job Description:

About American Ordnance

American Ordnance is a subsidiary of Day & Zimmermann which is a century-old, family-owned company whose 41,000+ employees specialize in construction & engineering, staffing and defense solutions for leading corporations and governments around the world. Operating from more than 150 worldwide locations with 2.4 Billion USD in revenue, Day & Zimmermann is currently ranked as one of the largest private companies in the U.S. by Forbes. Founded in 1901 and headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, our first work was to develop "Betterment Reports" that helped modernize American factories. Today, we are still in the business of betterment -- maintaining the nation's power infrastructure, protecting American freedoms and driving technological advancements around the world. We do what we say. https://aollc.biz

A Construction Project Manager is needed for a full-time, staff opportunity with American Ordnance located in Middletown, Iowa.

The Work You'll Be Doing:

• Collaborate with project staff to include subcontract engineering firms as well as internal and external customers to conceptualize, design, bid, and execute projects. Collaborates with other project managers to share problems and solutions.


• Strong understanding of subcontract management to determine organizational approach and coordination to accomplish projects contractual requirements. Develops and facilitates the program management plan and customer communication.


• Strong knowledge of project financial costing and budget controls. Ability to strategically execute the contract. Independently manages, creates, and provides accurate estimates and project scope.


• Develops detailed scopes of work for proposing and bidding projects. Manages cost, quality, schedule, and communication plans. Develops and implements contingency plans to address specific executional needs. Ensures compliance with codes, guidelines, best practices, and policies.


• Builds strong Customer relationship network and acts as a subject-matter expert for all aspects of contract services and contractual obligations.


• Prepares periodic progress and cost reports, presentations and required documentation for contract deliverables.

What You Need to Bring to the Table:

• Associate degree in Construction, Construction Management or related field required. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or Management or equivalent experience.


• 4+ years construction engineering experience.


• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.


• Valid driver's license is required; Secret Clearance may be required.


• Great attitude and team player


• Successful completion of background screening process

The Big Picture - Top Skills You Should Possess:

• Communicate proficiently in writing and verbally to individuals or groups of people.


• Design and estimate commercial construction projects and define a scope of work using proven methods.


• Multitask and effectively problem solve. Work with teams to reach solutions to issues that may hinder project progress.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Microsoft Project, and other software programs.


• Advanced commercial HVAC & electrical knowledge; Computer aided drafting; ArcGIS; and Familiarity with GPS surveying techniques.

Must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.


• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)


• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)


• Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)


• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds


• Walking


• Repetitive motion of any part of the body


• Kneeling, crouching or crawling


• Pushing or pulling (e.g. using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion)


• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)


• Grasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)


• Feeling (e.g. perceiving an object's size, shape, texture, etc.)


• Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)


• Hearing


• Talking


• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.


• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.


• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.


• Ability to write complex documents in the English language.


• Capacity to express thoughts orally.


• Expertise in:


• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment.


• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company's office or worksite.


• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)

What's In It For You?

Candidates that are hired will receive a competitive base salary, 401k, a comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, parental leave and paid time off.

What Are You Waiting For? Apply Now! Recruiter: Andrea McLeod

We expect this position will be included in the recent Executive Order and its subsequent guidance, and prospective candidates will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by December 8, 2021, unless an accommodation is legally required.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

American Ordnance is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over 110 years of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. American Ordnance is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.