Steel Construction Project Manager
Company: [Company Name Not Specified]
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Location: Hanover, PA or Richmond, VA (Remote work available with periodic travel)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Additional hours may be required)
Compensation: Starts at $65,000 annually, based on experience.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Steel Construction Project Manager to oversee the complete lifecycle of commercial and industrial steel projects, from kickoff to final completion. This role involves coordinating engineering, detailing, fabrication, delivery, installation, and closeout, ensuring all projects adhere to schedule, budget, quality, and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing structural steel or miscellaneous metals projects and excel in collaborating with clients, subcontractors, fabricators, and field personnel.
Primary Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution:
- Manage multiple steel construction projects through all phases: preconstruction, fabrication, installation, and closeout.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, including engineering, submittals, procurement, production, shipping, field installation, and turnover.
- Review contract documents, drawings, and specifications to confirm project scope, material requirements, and execution plans.
- Monitor project progress and proactively identify opportunities for efficiency and improved outcomes.
Engineering & Coordination:
- Coordinate detailing, surveying, and project engineering activities.
- Review shop drawings and technical documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- Collaborate with design teams and field personnel to resolve project challenges and maintain schedule commitments.
- Participate in Building Information Modeling (BIM) coordination efforts, including clash detection.
Contract & Financial Management:
- Prepare and process project documentation such as submittals, purchase orders, subcontract agreements, and contract modifications.
- Develop schedules of values and oversee monthly billing submissions.
- Prepare, negotiate, and track change orders, project revisions, credits, and pricing proposals.
- Monitor project costs and support profitability objectives.
Client & Vendor Relations:
- Build and maintain productive relationships with owners, contractors, suppliers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
- Coordinate material deliveries, installation sequencing, and site logistics with trade partners.
- Facilitate communication among all project participants to minimize delays.
- Address project issues promptly and implement corrective actions.
Documentation & Compliance:
- Maintain complete and organized project records (digital and physical).
- Support quality control initiatives and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
- Issue performance or corrective action notices to subcontractors when necessary.
- Promote adherence to company safety expectations and industry best practices.
Qualifications
Required:
- Minimum of 4 years of project management experience in construction, steel fabrication, steel erection, or related industries.
- Experience managing commercial or industrial construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of steel construction practices, materials, methods, and installation procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to perform project-related calculations and conduct field verification.
Preferred:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
- Experience with scheduling platforms (Microsoft Project, Primavera).
- Familiarity with Tekla, Fabtrol, or similar construction management and detailing software.
- Knowledge of project cost control, quality assurance, and safety management practices.
- Experience participating in BIM coordination and clash detection processes.
Work Environment
- Combination of office, remote, and construction site environments.
- Exposure to active construction conditions.
- Approximately 15% travel to project locations throughout the region.
- Mileage reimbursement available for approved business travel.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process.