Construction Project Manager - Steel Division

F.A. Wilhelm Construction; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401

Discretionary yearly bonus

Generous PTO

Job summary

F.A. Wilhelm Construction seeks a Project Manager in its Steel Division to lead and coordinate steel erection projects from start-up through closeout.

You will manage day-to-day activities with the Project Superintendent, interface with clients, and ensure safety, schedule, and profitability on industrial projects. Ideal candidates bring 4–5+ years in steel construction PM, a bachelor’s in a related field, and experience handling budgets, change orders, and RFIs.

Qualifications

• 4–5+ years of project management experience in steel erection/fabrication.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science, or related field.
• Experience managing project budgets, pricing change orders, revisions, and project financials.
• OSHA 30-hour Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management and construction activities of steel erection projects with the Project Superintendent.
• Ensure project on time, under budget, and with quality that exceeds expectations.
• Coordinate with Clients, Project Managers, and Steel Detailers; process submittals and shop drawings.
• Price changes in the work and submit them to the customer; perform constructability analysis.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Steel erection/fabrication

Reading drawings

Client coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction

Job description

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

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

Our nearly 100 years of building communities in which we work and play, started with one man and one 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.

• 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
• 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
• 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.