Junior Project Manager

Snyder Engineering, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel fabrication company in St. Louis is seeking a Junior Project Manager to support and manage steel fabrication projects. The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years of experience, preferably in construction or manufacturing, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include coordinating project activities, managing documentation, and assisting with problem-solving during fabrication. This position aims to transition into a full Project Manager role as experience grows.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of project management or project coordination experience.
• Experience in construction, steel fabrication, or manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read or learn to read construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities under the guidance of senior PMs.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Assist with problem‑solving and issue resolution during fabrication.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling software

Job description

Snyder Engineering, Inc., is a leading provider of structural and custom steel fabrication solutions for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. With a commitment to quality, safety, and client satisfaction, we are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Steel Fabrication Project Manager to join our growing team. The office location address is 101 S Hanley Rd, #1090, Clayton, MO 63105.

Position Overview

We are hiring a Junior Project Manager to support and manage steel fabrication projects from planning through completion. This role is ideal for someone with early project management experience who is ready to take on more responsibility and grow into a full PM role. (Also considering candidates for Project Manager Trainee, those who are interested but have less background in this field.)

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities under the guidance of senior PMs
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
• Monitor schedules, budgets, and material tracking
• Communicate with customers, vendors, drafting, and shop teams
• Assist with problem‑solving and issue resolution during fabrication
• Prepare reports, updates, and project status summaries
• Begin managing small projects independently as skills develop

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of project management or project coordination experience
• Experience in construction, steel fabrication, or manufacturing preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to stay organized
• Excellent communication and follow‑through
• Ability to read or learn to read construction drawings
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; scheduling software experience is a plus

This position is intended to transition into a full Project Manager role as experience and capability grow.

Snyder Engineering, Inc., does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need.