The Weitz Company has named longtime employee Jared Schleifer as Operations Director for its Nebraska office, reinforcing the contractor’s commitment to leadership development and operational excellence in a key regional market.
Schleifer assumes the role after more than two decades with the company, bringing extensive experience in project delivery, virtual design and construction (VDC), and construction operations. His promotion comes as contractors across the country continue investing in experienced leadership to navigate increasingly complex project environments and support long-term growth strategies.
In his new position, Schleifer will help oversee operations and project execution across Nebraska while supporting the company’s commercial construction activities and client relationships throughout the region.
The appointment reflects a broader trend among construction firms to cultivate leadership talent internally, leveraging institutional knowledge and project experience to maintain continuity and strengthen client service.
Since joining Weitz in 2005 as a project engineer, Schleifer has advanced through a variety of project management and operational roles. During that time, he has contributed to numerous high-profile developments that have shaped communities across Nebraska.
His project portfolio includes work on the Midtown Crossing Development, Werner Park Stadium, and the Westside High School Life Complex, providing experience across commercial, education, and community-focused construction sectors.
Nebraska continues to see steady construction activity across commercial, institutional, and public-sector markets. As owners pursue increasingly sophisticated projects, contractors are placing greater emphasis on operational leadership, workforce development, and project delivery consistency.
Strong regional leadership has become particularly important as firms balance rising client expectations, labor market challenges, evolving technologies, and complex scheduling requirements.
Industry observers note that experienced operations leaders play a critical role in managing project risk, supporting field teams, and ensuring quality, safety, and budget objectives are achieved throughout the construction process.
Schleifer’s background spans both project leadership and virtual design and construction functions, providing expertise that aligns with growing industry adoption of digital construction tools and collaborative project delivery methods.
His combination of technical knowledge and operational experience is expected to support Weitz’s continued efforts to enhance project execution while expanding opportunities in Nebraska and surrounding markets.
Source: Weitz.
