Project Manager

Lawrence Fabric & Metal Structures, Inc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence Fabric & Metal Structures, Inc is seeking a Project Manager to oversee all phases of custom awning, canopy, and tension structure projects from post-sale through completion. You’ll be the primary liaison between our team and customers, ensuring design intent, specifications, production schedules, and installation plans are executed smoothly.

In this fast-paced, employee-owned environment, you will lead design-to-installation efforts, perform site surveys, coordinate with CAD designers

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s preferred.
• Project Management Certification preferred; OSHA 30, PROCORE, and AEW/Manlift certs required or obtainable.
• 2–4 years of project coordination, technical design, or custom fabrication experience.
• Strong design/technical acumen; proficiency in Microsoft Office; CAD experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from design through installation, primary customer contact.
• Conduct site surveys and field measurements to guide design/installation.
• Collaborate with CAD designers and shop teams for production-ready solutions.
• Prepare production orders, BOMs, and purchase orders.
• Oversee scheduling, procurement, and production tracking to keep jobs on schedule.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols; zero incidents goal.
• Troubleshoot fabrication or installation issues with field crews.

Skills

Project management

CAD design

MS Office

Field measurement

Job costing

Production tracking

Procurement

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's in Construction Management

Drafting/Engineering Technology background

Tools

PROCORE

AEW/Manlift certs

OSHA 30

Job description

At Lawrence Fabric & Metal Structures, we are looking for great people to join our team. Celebrating 85 years in the custom fabrication industry, we are dedicated to keeping our customers satisfied while delivering high-quality products on time.

Our goals are clear: provide a safe work environment for our employees to master their skills, foster an environment that promotes continual improvement, and produce a quality product that meets or exceeds our customers' expectations. We are a growing 100% Employee-Owned company looking for energetic employee-owners to join our fast-paced environment!

About The Role

As a Project Manager, you will oversee all phases of custom awning, canopy, and tension structure projects from post-sale through completion. You'll serve as the primary liaison between our company and the customer, ensuring design intent, technical specifications, production schedules, and installation plans are executed smoothly. Success in this role means projects delivered on time, within scope, and with high customer satisfaction.

What You'll Do

• Lead projects from design through installation, serving as the primary customer contact.
• Conduct site surveys and field measurements to guide accurate design and installation.
• Collaborate with CAD designers and shop teams to ensure production-ready solutions.
• Prepare detailed production orders, bill of materials (BOMs), and purchase orders.
• Oversee scheduling, procurement, and production tracking to keep jobs on schedule.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols - zero safety incidents is our goal.
• Troubleshoot fabrication or installation issues in coordination with field crews.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• Certifications: Project Management Certification preferred; OSHA 30, PROCORE (Subcontractor), and AEW/Manlift certifications required (or ability to obtain).
• Experience: 2–4 years of experience in project coordination, technical design, or custom fabrication. Familiarity with construction documents, permitting, and structural components a plus.
• Skills:
• Strong design and technical expertise with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CAD experience preferred.
• Knowledge of job costing, production tracking, and procurement.
• Ability to accurately field measure and assess project sites.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

There is a background check and drug screening after acceptance of position and prior to starting.