Project Manager - Construction

Ben's Structural Fabrication, Inc.; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ben’s Structural Fabrication, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Project Manager to drive structural steel projects from award through final completion.

You will own project schedules, budgets, documentation, changes, and customer communication while coordinating across internal and external teams to ensure safe, successful, and profitable outcomes. The role requires strong organizational skills, a proven track record in construction project management, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of progressive project management experience in structural steel fabrication, construction, or a related industry.
• Experience managing construction projects through multiple phases of project execution.
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, job costs, change orders, billing, contract requirements, and project documentation.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and other project documentation.
• Experience coordinating with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and cross-functional internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of structural steel projects from award to completion.
• Coordinate project schedules, resources, and deliverables while monitoring safety and quality.
• Review contract requirements, budgets, schedules of values, costs, billing, and change exposure; monitor performance.
• Maintain professional communication with customers, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Operations, Supply Chain, Detailing, Estimating, and other teams to align drawings, material needs, fabrication priorities, and delivery.
• Identify risks, changes, and solutions; escalate when needed.
• Support continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and proposing process enhancements.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Client relationship management

Contract administration

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Scheduling tools

Document management platforms

Customer portals

Job description

Please review the job description and qualifications before applying.

We appreciate your interest in joining Ben’s Structural Fabrication.

Position Description

Project Manager: Driving Structural Steel Projects from Award to Completion

Are you an organized, results-driven project management professional who enjoys coordinating complex projects, solving problems, and building strong customer relationships?

Join Ben’s Structural Fabrication as a Project Manager, where you’ll manage structural steel projects from award through final completion. In this role, you’ll take ownership of project schedules, budgets, documentation, changes, customer communication, and coordination across internal and external teams to help ensure projects are completed safely, successfully, and profitably.

Who We Are

Ben’s Structural Fabrication, located in Waite Park, Minnesota, is a locally owned and family-run fabrication company specializing in high-quality structural steel solutions. With a strong commitment to craftsmanship, teamwork, and community values, we take pride in delivering durable, reliable products built with integrity. Our team is dedicated to supporting customers, investing in our employees, and upholding the tradition of excellence the “Built by Ben’s” name represents.

Why Join Us

At Ben’s Structural Fabrication, we foster a culture built on teamwork, respect, accountability, and continuous improvement. As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to lead meaningful projects, support high-quality structural steel work, develop others, and contribute to a company that values craftsmanship, integrity, and community.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which may include:

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Additional ancillary benefits

What You’ll Do

As the Project Manager at Ben’s Structural Fabrication, you will be responsible for:

• Manage Projects from Award Through Completion: Take ownership of assigned structural steel projects by coordinating project requirements, schedules, resources, and deliverables while monitoring progress and supporting safety, quality, schedule, budget, and customer expectations.
• Manage Contracts and Project Financials: Review and manage contract requirements, estimates, schedules of values, budgets, costs, billing requirements, and change exposure while monitoring project performance and identifying potential risks or variances.
• Oversee Project Controls and Documentation: Manage project setup, schedules, drawings, approvals, RFIs, ASIs, RFPs, submittals, change requests, change orders, correspondence, project records, tracking systems, and close-out documentation.
• Build Strong Customer and Stakeholder Relationships: Communicate professionally with customers, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders; participate in project meetings; manage expectations; and address concerns throughout the project.
• Coordinate Cross-Functional Project Execution: Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Detailing, Estimating, and other internal teams to coordinate drawings and approvals, material requirements, fabrication priorities, freight, field measurements, delivery requirements, erection activities, and other project needs.
• Identify and Resolve Project Challenges: Monitor schedules, costs, scope changes, constructability concerns, and other project risks; coordinate solutions with the appropriate stakeholders; and escalated significant contractual or project concerns when additional support is needed.
• Support Continuous Improvement: Identify lessons learned, process gaps, and improvement opportunities while collaborating with the Project Management team and cross-functional partners to improve project execution, communication, consistency, and overall performance.

This is a full-time, salaried position. Work is typically performed Monday through Friday during standard business hours, with availability outside of standard shift hours as needed to support project and customer needs. Travel of up to 20% may be required.

Pay Transparency Statement

In accordance with pay transparency guidelines, the anticipated pay range for this position is $74,000 to $95,000. This range is an estimate and not a guarantee. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and role requirements. Eligible employees may also participate in company benefit programs, subject to plan terms and employment status.

Position Requirements

Required

• Three (3) or more years of progressive project management experience in structural steel fabrication, construction, or a related industry.
• Experience managing construction projects through multiple phases of project execution.
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, job costs, change orders, billing, contract requirements, and project documentation.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and other project documentation.
• Experience coordinating with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and cross-functional internal teams.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with structural steel fabrication and construction processes, including detailing, material procurement, fabrication, delivery, and erection.
• Experience using construction or project management technology, customer portals, scheduling tools, ERP systems, and document management platforms.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ben's Structural Fabrication, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive and succeed.

We ensure that all hiring, promotion, compensation, and training decisions are made without regard to any of the above-referenced characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

We are committed to compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding employment discrimination.