Project Manager (steel)

Company Overview:

Join one of the fastest-growing structural steel companies in the Southeast. Known for delivering complex steel projects on time and within budget, we are expanding our team and seeking a high-performing Project Manager to help drive our continued success. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where innovation, quality, and execution are key.

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, experienced, and highly organized, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines. This role requires exceptional communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments, including engineering, architecture, sales, detailing, procurement, and field operations. Our Project Manager will lead projects from start to finish, ensuring every detail is accounted for and delivered with precision.

Key Responsibilities:

· Manage structural steel projects from start to completion, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality targets are met.

· Attend job turnover meetings and review all project documents, including proposals, contracts, bid packages, and specifications.

· Interpret architectural and structural drawings (Division 5 = metals) and understand all aspects of construction documents and materials.

· Coordinate closely with general contractors, detailing teams, suppliers, and field crews to ensure alignment on project goals.

· Develop and maintain project schedules and monitor progress through site visits, meetings, and real-time updates.

· Generate and manage submittals, RFIs, SOVs (Schedule of Values), and change order requests, including pricing support.

· Monitor contract modifications and assess their impact on time and cost.

· Oversee procurement of buyout items, shop fabrication timelines, and field deliveries.

· Coordinate field equipment and jobsite logistics (cranes, lifts, etc.).

· Attend project meetings and supervise overall project progress and field installation.

· Communicate lead times, submittals, and delivery expectations with vendors and internal teams.

· Cultivate strong relationships with clients and vendors to support repeat business and long-term partnerships.

Qualifications:

· Minimum 5 years of experience in structural steel or construction project management.

· Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication and erection processes.

· Proven ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and related documents.

· Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—with the ability to interface effectively with clients, contractors, and team members.

· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects under pressure.

· Strong arithmetic and analytical skills to support pricing and scheduling decisions.

· Proficient in construction project software tools (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam, or similar).

· Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to teamwork and company values.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

· OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain.

· Familiarity with ERP systems and digital fabrication management tools.