Project Manager

Patriot Erectors, LLC Steel Fabricators; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contributions

Company-paid Life & Disability Insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Paid time off (PTO)

Comprehensive health insurance

Job summary

Patriot Erectors, LLC Steel Fabricators in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Structural Steel Project Manager. This role requires extensive experience in steel structures and overseeing projects in a timely manner. Responsibilities include managing vendor proposals, establishing fabrication schedules, and coordinating subcontractors. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree, ten years of industry experience, and excellent communication skills. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ten years of general and five years of project management experience in the structural steel industry.
• Strong understanding of construction codes and practices.
• PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess vendor proposals.
• Manage multiple parallel projects using formal project planning techniques.
• Establish PE fabrication schedules and objectives.
• Coordinate subcontractors.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Project management experience

Experience in the structural steel industry

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Tools

MS Office

FabSuite

Tekla

Job description

About Patriot Erectors

Patriot Erectors is a full-service, AISC Certified Steel Fabricator and AISC Advanced Steel Erector. Founded in 1991, the company is located just west of Austin, Texas, with a modern 60,000‑square‑foot fabrication facility. With quality employees and the equipment required to handle complicated structures, Patriot strives to provide exceptional customer service to fabricate and erect structural steel facilities and non‑building steel structures, focusing on quality, safety, and immense pride in every project.

About the Role

Patriot Erectors LLC. is growing. We seek an motivated Structural Steel Project Manager to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in steel structures, overseeing the progress of each assigned project in a timely and cost‑effective manner. As a Structural Steel Project Manager, you ensure that the project scope aligns with the budget and that staff complete each project phase within the scheduled timeline.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess vendor proposals.
• Manage multiple parallel projects using formal project planning techniques.
• Set up projects in the PE system.
• Establish PE fabrication schedules and objectives.
• Coordinate subcontractors.
• Communicate progress towards production, financial, quality, and safety goals to internal and external stakeholders.
• Negotiate change orders.
• Establish and maintain customer relationships.
• Oversee process improvements in projects that are likely to have few precedents and may have an enterprise‑wide impact.
• Monitor/manage vendors and vendor relationships.
• May prepare, present, and distribute project and program information to various groups, both internal and external to the organization.
• Identify resource and equipment requirements, efficient capacity planning, and manage software and hardware availability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Ten years of general and five years of project management experience in the structural steel industry – commercial fabrication experience is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• MS Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• AISC Manual of Steel Construction is needed to create a conforming shop and erection drawings.
• Construction codes and practices.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with FabSuite and Tekla preferred.
• Tekla Structures, Tekla EPM, and Trimble Connect software is a plus.

What We Offer

• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Company‑paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Coverage Options
• Quarterly Financial Planning webinars
• Health savings account (HSA)

Time Off & Life Balance

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Leave of Absence Programs (Tilt)

Family & Wellness

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Graig Cobb College Scholarship
• Gym membership support through affiliated partners
• Nivati EAP services offering confidential mental health support—for employees and their families, at no cost
• Access to mental health resources and counseling
• The Blue Points Program The Blue Points program rewards you for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Career

At Patriot Erectors, we believe in investing in our employees' professional development. We offer continuous learning opportunities, including Udemy training courses and leadership training for managers.

Community

We are committed to giving back to our community through various initiatives and encourage our employees to participate in volunteer activities.

What You Can Expect

• Initial call with our HR Team. You’ll connect with our Talent Acquisition Team to discuss your experience, salary expectations, and ask any initial questions you may have.
• Interview with our Hiring Team. You'll get to meet with our Hiring team for the hiring department to learn more about the role in Patriot Erectors, This is your chance to dive deeper into the role and share more about your background.
• Loop Interviews. You will have the opportunity to meet our Senior Leadership team to ensure our culture & vibe align with what you are looking for.
• Offer If all lights are green and all aligns, the HR team will reach out to provide details, and you'll receive an offer to join!

Join Us

If you are passionate about quality craftsmanship and committed to excellence, we invite you to apply and become part of the Patriot Erectors team. Together, we can make a difference in our industry and community.