Grow With Weitz: Project Manager Thrives Through Adversity and Finds Success In Construction Industry

Like many Americans, Charlotte Rivera faced professional uncertainty after the financial crash of 2008.  

Determined to create a better life for her growing family, the young mother went back to school and earned her degree in civil engineering at the University of Florida, garnering interest from competing construction firms along the way.  

After interning with other companies in the industries during college, Charlotte started with Weitz as a Project Engineer shortly after graduation. During this time she was able to get a taste for different aspects of the construction industry early on. Now as a Project Manager II for Weitz – Florida, she continues to enjoy the variety her job brings.   

“My best advice is don’t believe the stereotypes,” Charlotte said. “I’m in heels one minute and work boots the next. At Weitz, you’re really given the chance to develop your own career path based on your interests.” 

Charlotte says the best aspect of her role is that every day is different. She has worked her way from Project Engineer to Project Manager II, finding a love for public sector projects and the immediate, positive impact they can have on local communities.  

“Charlotte is an outstanding example of what can happen when someone decides to lean-in and really put in the work. She never misses an opportunity to learn something new or effectively teach her staff new skills, which goes a long way towards making our entire team stronger.” 

Mark Huber, Project Executive for The Weitz Company

Ultimately, Charlotte wants to be an example for little girls that they, too, can find a home in the construction industry.  

For Charlotte, construction wasn’t a childhood dream or a family business. But when confronted with adversity, Charlotte made chose to forge a new path and build a new career with the help of company giving her the opportunities and support necessary to thrive. She’s been Growing With Weitz ever since. 

The Weitz Company encourages all its employees to follow Charlotte’s lead and embrace opportunities for continued growth. It’s part of how we Build a Better Way. 

The Grow with Weitz campaign spotlights talented employees that have grown professionally in ways they wouldn’t have imagined while at The Weitz Company. These profiles illustrate our team’s commitment to growing from within and investing in our people at every stage. Interested in Growing with Weitz? Learn more at: https://www.weitz.com/careers/.