General Manager – Structural Steel Fabricator
A respected structural steel fabricator is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead daily operations, drive performance, and ensure excellence across fabrication, erection, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. This is a key leadership role for someone with deep industry knowledge and the ability to manage teams, processes, and growth initiatives. A CWI certification is required.
The General Manager will oversee shop operations, manage production and scheduling, support project execution, and ensure all work meets the highest quality and compliance standards. If you are a strong communicator and hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced steel environment, this is an excellent opportunity.
Oversee fabrication shop
Lead supervisors, managers, and project teams
Ensure welding quality, compliance, and adherence to CWI standards
Manage production schedules, budgets, staffing, and workflow
Support client relationships and assist with business development
Drive safety, productivity, and continuous improvement across departments
Review drawings, specs, and project requirements
Support estimating, planning, and execution of steel projects
Promote a positive, professional, and accountable team culture
7+ years in structural steel fabrication
Proven leadership or operations management experience
CWI certification (required)
Strong knowledge of welding, and fabrication best practices
Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, codes, and specifications
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Experience with scheduling, budgeting, and production planning
Experience in both shop and field operations
Familiarity with AISC and AWS standards
Background managing commercial or industrial steel projects
$100,000 – $120,000 (DOE)
Medical, Dental
401(k)
PTO & Paid Holidays
If you’re a motivated leader who excels in the steel industry and enjoys guiding high-performing teams, we’d love to speak with you.
📧 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.
