Job Description
Structural Steel Project Manager - Fabrication
Location: Flexible / Remote with Travel Travel: 25-50% across the Eastern United States
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Structural Steel Project Manager to oversee the fabrication lifecycle of commercial and industrial steel projects across the Eastern U.S. This role is responsible for managing projects from contract award through completion of fabrication, ensuring all detailing, procurement, scheduling, and production milestones are met. The ideal candidate has a strong background in steel fabrication operations and thrives in a production-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Manage structural steel projects from award through completion of fabrication
Serve as the primary liaison between clients, engineers, detailers, and fabrication facilities
Oversee detailing schedules, shop drawing approvals, and RFI processes
Track material procurement, mill orders, and delivery schedules
Monitor fabrication progress, production schedules, and shop workloads
Ensure projects meet budget, schedule, and quality expectations
Review and manage change orders impacting fabrication scope
Conduct regular shop visits to fabrication facilities
Coordinate internally with estimating, detailing, purchasing, and production teams
Identify risks in schedule, material, or design and proactively resolve issues
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in structural steel fabrication project management
Strong understanding of detailing, shop drawings, and fabrication workflows
Experience managing commercial or industrial steel packages
Ability to read and interpret structural and fabrication drawings
Knowledge of material procurement and mill lead times
Strong project scheduling, budgeting, and communication skills
Willingness to travel 25-50% to fabrication shops and client meetings
Proficient with project management tools and Microsoft Office
Preferred Experience
Background working directly for a steel fabricator
Experience with large fabrication packages ($5M+)
Familiarity with AISC standards and quality systems
Experience working with Tekla, SDS/2, or similar detailing platforms
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary
Bonus potential
Travel expenses and per diem covered
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
PTO and paid holidays
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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.
Job Tags
Daily paid, Full time, Contract work, Remote work, Flexible hours