Project Manager

Project ManagerWaukegan Steel is a structural steel fabricator based in the greater Chicagoland area and serving the Midwest. Our team has worked on various projects throughout the city including, Soldier Field, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Navy Pier, Willis Tower, Northwestern Welsh-Ryan Arena, Washington/Wabash CTA Platform, Ravinia Festival, and Lincoln Park Zoo. The Project Manager (PM) will manage multiple structural steel and misc. metal projects located throughout the Chicagoland area. The PM is responsible for day-to-day oversight of our contracted scope of work – from bid award, shop drawings/submittals, steel fabrication, field installation, and project closeout. The PM is the main contact for our customers for all day-to-day issues (GCs and CMs). This role has strong growth potential as Waukegan Steel continues to increase their revenue and size.Duties and Responsibilities:Follow established Waukegan Steel project management policies and procedures.Review project documents and develop strong knowledge of project scope and all requirements.Develop project schedules, sequencing plans, and overall coordination of the install of all steel work.Prepare, submit, and track resolution to project RFIs.Identify added scope, prepare change order pricing, submit and track approvals of COsPrepare monthly pay applications utilizing AIA G702, G703 forms; track approval.Resolve day to day project issues; follow up with customers as needed.Education and Experience:Strong interest in working for a Steel fabricator/subcontractor5+ years of experience working in the Chicagoland construction industry preferred5+ years of experience with structural steel fabrication/erection or related industry preferred.3+ years of experience in a project management role.Proficient with architectural/structural blueprint reading and steel shop drawings.Knowledge of AIA billing process (G702/G703 forms).PROCORE software knowledge is preferred.Education: BS Structural or Civil Engineering is preferredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Candidate must be driven and assertive with strong communication skillsAbility to thrive in a fast paced, collaborative environment.Highly organized, detail-oriented individual with the ability to follow up on tasks without daily guidance.Ability to effectively manage a high volume of tasks/requests in a professional manner.Salary commensurate with years of experience and qualifications.Competitive Total Rewards:A competitive base salary up to $115K (Depending on Experience)Bonus structure that is project and profit based.Medical, dental and vision insurancePaid Vacation and Sick Time401(k) matchCompany Paid Short Term and Long-Term DisabilityCompany Paid Basic Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramOn the job trainingCareer advancement opportunitiesVehicle ProgramCompany phone and laptop providedWe are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.