Project Executive - Steel Fabrication & Erection

J&P Ironworks, LLC; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Based on Experience

Performance-based bonus

Equity participation opportunities

Potential Ownership/Partnership

Professional development

Job summary

JP Ironworks, LLC is seeking a Project Executive to provide strategic oversight for a portfolio of steel fabrication and erection projects. The role requires senior-level project management experience and authorized work status in the U.S.

The position covers NJ, PA, NY, DE, MD and beyond with travel to multiple sites. The candidate will lead business development, maintain key client relationships, and drive growth across commercial, healthcare, and infrastructure sectors, while ensuring

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years of senior project management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equal on-the-job experience).
• Familiarity with AWS and AISC standards, codes, practices, and procedures.
• Strong business development and contract negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with potential and current clients.
• Oversee high-level project strategy, align teams, and manage client relationships.
• Ensure projects are delivered on-time, on-budget with high quality, safety and profitability.
• Supervise the project portfolio across steel, aluminum, and stainless fabrication.
• Lead cross-functional coordination between fabrication and erection teams.
• Travel to multiple job sites across service territory and support leadership.

Skills

Senior project management

Leadership

Business development

Contract negotiations

Portfolio management

Education

Bachelors in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

FabSuite

Fabtro

Job description

Are you an experienced construction leader ready to drive strategic growth for a dynamic steel fabrication company? Do you want to oversee multiple high-value projects while building lasting client relationships in the structural steel and miscellaneous metals industry? Join JP Ironworks as we continue expanding across NJ, PA, NY, DE, MD and beyond!

You must be authorized to work in the U.S. (citizen or green card) with extensive senior-level project management experience.

JP Ironworks, LLC, in partnership with MarQ Steel Services, seeks a Project Executive to provide strategic oversight for our portfolio of steel fabrication and erection projects, ranging from custom architectural metalwork to large-scale structural installations.

Strategic Leadership Responsibilities:

Business Development & Client Relations:

Develop and manage relationships with potential and current clients

Play a lead role in securing new business and negotiating contracts

Act as focal point of contact for clients, ensuring expectations are managed proactively and diplomatically

Drive strategic growth initiatives across multiple market sectors (commercial, healthcare, infrastructure)

Build and maintain relationships with architects, engineers, and general contractors

Executive Project Oversight:

Oversee the project's high-level strategy, align teams, and manage client relationships

Supervise projects and ensure they're delivered on-time, on-budget with high levels of quality, safety and profitability

Typically responsible for projects in the range of 10K to 3MM

Observe and report on high-level performance metrics, review progress, resolve bottlenecks

Manage project portfolios across steel, aluminum, and stainless steel fabrication

Manage and oversee the project team, including senior project managers, project managers, superintendents and engineers

Provide guidance, assist in solving problems, measure and define success for tasks and projects

Lead cross-functional coordination between fabrication and MarQ Steel Services erection teams

Assist in developing professional skills and work towards retaining employees

Serve as valuable liaison between project team and high-level company leadership

Strategic Operations:

Manage all projects with adherence to company procedures, within predetermined project strategy, conditions, schedule, and budgets

Drive innovation in fabrication processes and technology implementation

Provide prompt and accurate information to facilitate invoicing and cash recovery

Establish company-wide project management standards and best practices

Lead capital investment decisions for equipment and facility improvements

Required Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum of 5-10 years' experience in senior project management roles

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field OR equal on the job experience

Industry Knowledge: Deep knowledge in all areas of construction, from building methods, sequencing to cost estimating

Leadership: Command of executive leadership best practices and understanding of company goals, culture and finances

Familiarity with AWS and AISC standards, codes, practices, and procedures

Strong business development and contract negotiation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Skilled in strategic project management, contract negotiation, and construction estimating

Understanding of all facets of steel fabrication and erection processes

Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, FabSuite, Fabtro l and advanced project management systems

Established network within the mid-Atlantic construction industry

Executive Compensation Package:

• Salary Based on Experience and proven Job Skills
• Performance-based bonus structure tied to project and overall company profitability
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Equity participation opportunities for exceptional performance
• Potential Ownership / Partnership

Company Growth Opportunity:

As Project Executive, you'll be instrumental in JP Ironworks' strategic expansion, with the opportunity to shape company direction, develop new market opportunities, and build a best-in-class project management organization. This role offers significant upward mobility as the company grows.

Position requires travel to multiple job sites across service territory

Mix of office-based strategic work and field oversight

Flexible schedule to accommodate client needs and project demands

Job Type: Full-time Executive Position

Reports To: President / Owner

Location: Vineland, NJ (multi-state territory)