Steel Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Steel Project Manager Location: Hillside, IL

Type: Full-Time

Commission: Based on Experience

About MTH Industries

Are you ready to advance your career with a proven industry leader? MTH Industries has been a cornerstone in the structural steel fabrication, architectural metal, ornamental iron, and custom metalwork industry for over a century. Serving clients nationwide, we are known for our craftsmanship, reliability, and ability to meet the most demanding project specifications. Join a team that values excellence and innovation in every detail.

Position Overview

We are seeking a knowledgeable and driven Project Manager with experience in miscellaneous and architectural steel . This role requires strong expertise in design review, shop drawings, material procurement, fabrication, and field coordination for commercial construction projects involving products like stairs, railings, platforms, and structural supports .

Key Responsibilities

• Project Scheduling: Develop and manage project timelines, ensuring key deliverables are met and milestones achieved.
• Safety Management: Create and implement job-specific safety plans and JHAs; ensure job site safety compliance.
• Design Coordination: Review and interpret design drawings, track revisions, and manage scope changes.
• Change Orders: Prepare pricing and documentation for change requests and negotiate adjustments as needed.
• Field Collaboration: Act as the primary onsite presence, resolving field issues in real time and coordinating with trades.
• Procurement: Issue purchase orders and subcontracts; ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Production Oversight: Monitor and manage productivity, schedule, cost, quality, and safety across all assigned projects.
• Shop Drawings: Guide drafting staff; review and approve drawings for accuracy before submission.
• Client & Vendor Relations: Maintain strong communication with clients, vendors, and field teams to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
• Project Controls: Forecast costs, track job metrics, and lead post-project reviews for lessons learned and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in steel project management (miscellaneous or architectural metals preferred)
• Strong understanding of construction scopes including structural, electrical, and architectural
• Experience reviewing and managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, field work orders, certified payrolls, OCIP/CCIP, and pay apps
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to travel to job sites and be present on-site as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Estimating and bidding experience in the construction industry
• Familiarity with CAD, Revit, Advance Steel, and/or Tekla
• Experience developing client proposals and negotiating contracts

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, LPFSA, DCFSA)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off
• Wellness programs
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement