Job Description

Structural Steel Project Manager

A well-established and growing structural steel fabricator/erector is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Project Manager to oversee projects from award through closeout. This role is ideal for a driven construction professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background managing structural steel fabrication, erection, and field coordination.

The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle—ensuring schedules, budgets, communication, and execution remain aligned while delivering successful outcomes for clients and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage structural steel projects from contract award through final closeout

• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and cost reporting

• Coordinate with fabrication teams, detailers, field superintendents, subcontractors, and clients

• Lead project meetings and maintain strong customer relationships throughout execution

• Review drawings, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract documents

• Monitor project progress, manpower planning, logistics, quality, and safety performance

• Manage procurement activities and support subcontractor/vendor negotiations

• Identify and resolve project issues proactively to maintain schedule and profitability

• Oversee project documentation, billing support, and final turnover

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing structural steel fabrication and/or erection projects

• Strong understanding of structural steel construction methods, sequencing, and field operations

• Ability to interpret structural drawings, specifications, and contract documents

• Experience with scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and change management

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

• Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Experience

• Experience with commercial, industrial, manufacturing, or heavy structural steel projects

• Familiarity with AISC standards and structural steel industry best practices

• Previous experience working for a structural steel fabricator and/or erector

• Exposure to detailing, fabrication workflows, or shop coordination is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• $115,000–$140,000 DOE + bonus potential

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• PTO & Paid Holidays

• 401(k)

• Career advancement and long-term growth opportunities

If you're an experienced Structural Steel Project Manager looking to join a reputable organization with a strong backlog and long-term opportunity, we'd like to connect.

📧 Send your resume to: justin.knitt@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.