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JOB DESCRIPTION
A well-established structural steel erector in the Midwest is seeking an experienced Field Project Manager to join their team. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a respected organization with a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial and industrial structural steel projects while maintaining long-term client relationships and a commitment to execution excellence.
This organization offers the stability of an established contractor combined with the opportunity to remain closely connected to field operations and project execution. They are seeking a motivated project professional who thrives onsite, enjoys collaborating with superintendents and field crews, and can successfully manage structural steel erection projects from mobilization through completion.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage field execution of structural steel erection projects from project kickoff through closeout
Serve as the primary liaison between project management, superintendents, field personnel, and clients
Coordinate manpower planning, sequencing, equipment needs, and site logistics
Monitor project schedules and ensure milestones are achieved safely and efficiently
Review contracts, drawings, specifications, RFIs, and change orders for field execution
Manage project budgets, forecasting, labor productivity, and cost controls
Coordinate crane activities, erection sequencing, deliveries, and subcontractors
Attend and lead jobsite meetings with owners, general contractors, and internal stakeholders
Identify and resolve field issues while minimizing schedule and cost impacts
Support safety initiatives and ensure compliance with company and site requirements
Maintain accurate project reporting, documentation, and communication
Travel to active projects throughout the Midwest as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
5+ years of Project Management experience within structural steel erection
Direct experience managing field operations for commercial and/or industrial steel projects
Strong understanding of structural steel erection methods, sequencing, rigging, and jobsite coordination
Ability to read and interpret structural, architectural, and erection drawings
Experience managing schedules, labor productivity, budgets, and change management
Strong communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced field environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and construction management software
Experience coordinating directly with owners, general contractors, superintendents, and field teams
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience managing projects exceeding $10M in erection scope
Exposure to industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, data centers, or large commercial construction
Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Tekla, FabTrol, or related project platforms
Background managing multiple concurrent projects and field teams
COMPENSATION:
Base Salary: $100,000–$140,000 DOE
Performance-based bonus opportunity
Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
Travel package and project-related expenses provided
Exposure to large commercial and industrial structural steel projects throughout the Midwest
Long-term growth with an established structural steel erector
FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION – APPLY TODAY!
justin.knitt@gogpac.com
608.608.2665
Confidential inquiries are welcome.
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.