Structural Steel Construction & Fabrication Project Manager

Reports to: Head of Project Management / Director of Operations

Environment: Both in our Belmont, NC office and out in the field in the Carolina's.

Structural Steel Fabrication Industry

***This is not an IT Project Manager role. This role require previous Structural Steel Fabrication or Structural Steel Construction experience, in a role primarily managing structural steel construction & fabrication projects, to be considered.

Steel Specialty is a quickly growing 2nd generation Steel Fabrication company with a strong culture - collaborative, family-friendly, professional & personable. 50+ years ago, we started as a Miscellaneous Steel Fabricator and later added Structural Steel to our wheelhouse. We manage jobs for our customers in Healthcare, Commercial, Industrial, Higher Education etc.

We are proud of our long-standing reputation for craftsmanship, reliability, and integrity. We are committed to creating an excellent workplace, supporting the growth & success of our employees and partners, and delivering high-value, on-time solutions to our customers.

What you will do: Oversee all aspects of the planning & execution phases of assigned projects, to ensure they are completed on time, within budget and scope. Be the single point of contact from initial turnover through project closeout for any internal & external entities, specifically involved in assigned projects.

• Ensure our fabrication department is given all project requirements, including any special quality requirements.
• Work in close relation to all customers to ensure satisfaction with work performed, notifying customers of any delay and reasoning. Resolving issues & notifying leadership when necessary.
• Attend weekly Production meetings to ensure internal teams have most recent information & schedules.
• Review all documents & notify necessary internal & external teams that may be impacted by changes to drawings or scope of work.
• Write Change Orders as needed (having the GC, sign or officially write SSI a revision to our subcontract). Work is only to be performed if GC has issued in writing to proceed or issued a written change order.
• Schedule & coordinator deliveries of Structural Steel, Bar Joist, Metal Deck and Miscellaneous Steel.
• Coordinate erection with Erectors. Collaborate with Contractor to ensure all field issues are resolved timely and cost-effectively.
• Develop schedules and durations. Ensure all documentation is obtained, completed, and filed appropriately.
• Invoice customers & check on outstanding invoices.

Who you are:

• Team orientated, solution oriented problem solver.

• Responsive communicator, coachable.

• Flexible, high attention to detail, technical orientation.

• Excel with planning, time management, execution, and initiative.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor's in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• 3-5 years managing structural / miscellaneous steel or commercial construction projects from turnover through closeout, serving as the single point of contact with GC, erector, and internal teams.

• Hands on change management & contract administration.

• Scheduling & logistics expertise: building/updating project schedules, coordinating fabrication needs, weekly production meeting in puts & deliveries, etc..

• Clear, proactive communication with customers & stakeholders; promptly notify parties effected of delays. Drive issue resolution.

• Strong blueprint/spec and document control proficiency; comfortable with Procore/Bluebeam, MS Project, Excel.

• Organized, detail- and safety-focused; ensure scope, budget, schedule, and quality objectives are met.

What’s nice to have:

• PMP Certification

• OSHA 30

What you’ll gain:

• Be a part of a team that is highly emotionally intelligent and expanding quickly, with a passion for high quality service and family friendly culture.

• Base salary negotiations depend on experience & will be discussed during your first phone interview.

• Annual end of year bonus

• 401k retirement fund with company matching

• Access to health, dental, vision, and ancillary insurance

• Employer paid medical premiums

• Paid Vacation

• Opportunity to grow internally - ask us about your growth path with Steel Specialty!

Have questions or want an update on your application? Call or text Amanda @ 980.553.0103.