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Project Manager - Steel Fabrication & Erection Coordination in Newport

Date Posted: 15 October 2026

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Job Description

We're seeking a Project Manager in Newport, KY to lead structural steel fabrication work from award through final delivery and erection. You'll keep the shop, field crews, and customers locked on schedule, budget, and quality.

Responsibilities include:

  • Work with detailers, engineers, and the shop to keep drawings, approvals, and fabrication on track
  • Run project meetings with general contractors, owners, and erectors; manage RFIs and submittals
  • Manage fabricated steel projects from contract award through closeout: scope, schedule, budget, and change orders
  • Coordinate closely with steel erectors on sequencing, delivery schedules, field issues, and site logistics
  • Track costs, billing, and production progress, and flag risks early

Requirements:

  • 8+ years of project management in structural steel fabrication or steel erection
  • Able to read structural and shop drawings
  • Proven experience coordinating with steel erectors and field crews
  • Engineering or construction management degree, or equivalent experience, preferred
  • Strong communication, scheduling, and cost-control skills

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.

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