Project Manager - Steel Group

Job Description

Job Description

F.A. Wilhelm Construction – Project Manager - Steel Division  

Empowering People to Build What Matters - That is our mission and our legacy.

For over 100 years, we have built the communities where people work and play—a legacy that began with one man and a single dream. Today, we are a company that puts People First by providing Meaningful Partnerships , insisting on making a Positive Community Impact , with Safety Always , all with a Learn-Do-Share mentality. 

F.A. Wilhelm Construction is an industry leader with the culture of doing the right things for our employees, partners, clients, and community. We have an excellent reputation in the construction industry and have enjoyed steady growth and strong financial performances for many years. Wilhelm's construction professionals turn the conceptual, and sometimes seemingly impossible, into fully completed, innovative spaces where life happens.

We are looking for the right person to join our team as a Project Manager. Is that you? If so, we want to talk to you!

Work Location: Project work may require occasional travel or time spent on-site at project locations, which could include Lebanon, West Lafayette, or Indianapolis depending on project needs.

Responsibilities

The Project Manager will serve as a vital team member associated with managing the Project Team in all aspects of the build resulting in completion of the project on time, under budget, and with quality that exceeds the expectations of F.A. Wilhelm and our Clients. You will be responsible for the overall safety, direction, completion, and financial outcome of erection projects from initial budget through project closeout.

A. Project Start Up

• In conjunction with the Project Superintendent, lead, direct, and coordinate the day-to-day management and construction activities of steel erection projects
• Understanding of the structural steel fabrication and construction industries and standard construction practices.
• Understanding of Steel Detailing and coordinate with Steel Detailers.
• Ability to process submittals and shop drawings.
• Understanding of AISC, OSHA, IBC, and AWS codes, and when and how to apply them

B. Project Build

• Communicate with Clients and Project Managers regarding status, or potential questions or issues, and prepare, submit, and interpret Requests for Information
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural design drawings and specifications and fabricator shop and erection drawings.
• Ability to price changes in the work and submit them to the customer
• Conduct Constructability analysis to meet Wilhelm and the customer's needs
• Resolve day-to-day issues that may arise to ensure a timely, safe, and profitable project

C. Project Closeout

• Ensure substantial completion as defined in the specifications.
• Assist with the submission of record drawings, maintenance manuals & warranties to ensure a smooth and successful closeout.

Key Attributes

• Comfortable at the table with all levels of leadership
• Collaborator
• Integrity
• Organized and systematic
• Proactive Problem Solver with outstanding interpersonal skills
• Commitment to Excellence

What it takes

• 4–5+ years of experience in construction project management involving structural steel erection and/or fabrication projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science, or related field
• Experience managing project budgets, pricing change orders, revisions, and project financials.
• Experience working on industrial or heavy industrial construction projects such as manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or similar facilities.
• OSHA 30-hour Certification Preferred

F.A. Wilhelm offers a unique opportunity for the right person to experience a variety of project work. Working at F.A Wilhelm, you can expect:

• A competitive compensation package.
• A comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401K match. 
• Basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance is paid for by F.A Wilhelm.
• Discretionary yearly bonus program.
• A generous PTO bank.