Senior Project Manager - Steel Erector

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, Red Cedar Steel Erectors (RCS) is one of the nation’s top union structural steel erecting companies with offices in Wisconsin, Arizona and Kansas and projects nationwide. In business for over 45 years, the firm has grown significantly in the last five years and continues to expand in scope and territory to service a large and diverse client base such as Amazon, Ford and Target as well as top construction firms and steel fabricators.

The Senior Project Manager at Red Cedar Steel provides leadership and oversight for the company's most complex and high-value projects while supporting the successful execution of multiple concurrent initiatives. This role mentors and develops Project Managers, provides guidance on project strategy and execution, and contributes to the achievement of organizational goals. The Senior Project Manager plays a key role in client relationship management, business development, contract negotiations, and dispute resolution. This position also provides oversight and support to the project management team and reports directly to the Vice President of Operations.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction. This organization does not sponsor, and is not currently able to transfer, employment visas (including but not limited to H-1B, TN, or OPT status) for this position.

Technical & Operational Expertise

• Demonstrates mastery of all Project Manager responsibilities, processes, and technical competencies.
• Leads the planning, execution, and successful delivery of the company's largest, most complex, and highest-profile projects, or multiple mid-to-large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Successfully manages projects across diverse geographic regions, including remote project sites throughout the United States.
• Oversees complex project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and execution to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Collaborates with the sales and estimating teams to secure new business through operational planning, project strategy, budgeting, scheduling, and constructability support.
• Provides technical expertise regarding constructability, steel erection means and methods, and execution strategies to clients, project teams, and field personnel.
• Serves as an internal subject matter expert on Foundation, FieldWire, Versatile, CMBuilder, Microsoft Project, and other project management technologies while training and mentoring team members in their effective use.
• Conducts reviews of shop drawings, connection details, and project documentation to maximize constructability, productivity, quality, and profitability.
• Identifies opportunities to improve project execution processes, tools, and procedures across the organization.

Business & Financial Acumen

• Reviews, negotiates, and modifies subcontract agreements to mitigate risk and support favorable project outcomes.
• Successfully manages large-scale projects to achieve financial objectives and maximize profitability.
• Develops accurate budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and financial reports for assigned projects and assists other Project Managers in developing the same.
• Supports business development initiatives and cultivates strategic relationships with key clients, contractors, and industry partners.
• Leads the preparation, negotiation, and resolution of project claims, disputes, change orders, and contract issues.
• Contributes to company-wide risk assessment and project risk management decisions.
• Makes sound business decisions based on financial, operational, and strategic considerations.
• Demonstrates exceptional verbal, written, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Leadership & Strategic Contribution

• Mentors, coaches, and develops Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Field Engineers.
• Provides leadership and oversight to the project management team, promoting accountability, teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Leads by example and fosters a culture focused on safety, quality, innovation, and customer service.
• Represents Red Cedar Steel in executive-level client meetings, industry events, and strategic business discussions.
• Champions organizational initiatives and process improvements that support company growth and operational excellence.
• Serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the Vice President of Operations and General Manager.
• Contributes to the development and execution of the company's strategic objectives and long-term business plan.
• Supports and helps drive company initiatives through the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and other continuous improvement efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, or a related field; equivalent industry experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible project management experience in structural steel, construction, fabrication, or a related industry.
• Proven experience successfully managing large-scale, complex projects from contract award through project closeout.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing multiple projects concurrently while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and customer satisfaction objectives.
• Experience leading, mentoring, and developing Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Field Engineers, and other project staff.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, subcontract agreements, scheduling, project controls, change management, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software, including Microsoft Project and other industry-standard construction management tools.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience managing structural steel fabrication and erection projects.
• Experience working within an Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) environment.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification or other industry-recognized safety credentials.
• Proven success in business development, client relationship management, and operational leadership.

Red Cedar Steel is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. Employees are expected to comply with all company safety policies and procedures and actively support our culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Employment At-Will

Employment with Red Cedar Steel is voluntary and subject to the employment-at-will doctrine. Nothing in this job description creates an employment contract, expressed or implied, or guarantees employment for any specific duration. Red Cedar Steel reserves the right to modify job duties, responsibilities, and qualifications as business needs require.

Equal Opportunity Employer/ADA Statement

• Red Cedar Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. Red Cedar Steel provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Applicants requiring assistance or accommodations during the application or employment process should contact Human Resources.

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