Project Manager – Structural Steel

Socket.dev; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Superior Rigging & Erecting in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Structural Steel to lead steel erection projects from award through closeout.

This hands-on role coordinates with customers, general contractors, field leadership, engineering, fabrication, and internal operations to keep projects moving safely and profitably. The position requires 5+ years of PM experience and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction project management experience.
• Structural steel erection, fabrication, or closely related field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, specifications and contracts.
• Strong scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and change management skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and meet pre-employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage structural steel erection projects from contract award through final closeout.
• Own project schedules, budgets, forecasting, cost control and financial performance.
• Coordinate with Superintendents, Foremen, fabrication, detailing, engineering, vendors and subcontractors.
• Review contracts, drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals and project requirements.
• Manage change orders, billing support and project documentation.
• Coordinate steel sequencing, deliveries, erection activities, manpower, equipment and site logistics.
• Maintain communication with customers, general contractors and project stakeholders.
• Identify issues early and drive timely solutions.
• Visit jobsites regularly to monitor progress and field conditions.
• Partner with Operations and Safety to ensure safe work and compliance.

Skills

Project management

Construction

Leadership

Communication

Drawings reading

PM software

Education

Construction/Engineering degree

Job description

Description

| Full-Time | Location: Atlanta, Georgia | Salary: $105,000–$135,000 DOE |
| Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k) | PTO |

Own the Project. Lead the Execution. Deliver the Result.

Superior Rigging & Erecting is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Structural Steel to lead steel erection projects from award through closeout.

This is a hands-on construction management role for someone who understands how the office and field must work together to deliver a safe, profitable project. You will work directly with customers, general contractors, field leadership, engineering, fabrication, and internal operations to keep projects moving and problems from becoming delays.

What You'll Do

• Manage structural steel erection projects from contract award through final closeout
• Own project schedules, budgets, forecasting, cost control, and overall financial performance
• Coordinate with Superintendents, Foremen, fabrication, detailing, engineering, vendors, and subcontractors
• Review contracts, drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and project requirements
• Manage change orders, scope changes, billing support, and project documentation
• Coordinate steel sequencing, deliveries, erection activities, manpower, equipment, and site logistics
• Maintain strong communication with customers, general contractors, and project stakeholders
• Identify schedule, cost, constructability, and field issues early and drive solutions
• Visit jobsites regularly and maintain direct awareness of project progress and field conditions
• Partner with Operations and Safety to ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with company and project requirements
• Drive projects to successful closeout while protecting schedule, quality, customer relationships, and profitability

Requirements

• 5+ years of construction project management experience
• Structural steel erection, fabrication, or closely related specialty construction experience strongly preferred
• Proven experience managing projects from award through closeout
• Strong understanding of construction schedules, budgets, forecasting, and change management
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Working knowledge of steel erection sequencing, field operations, and construction logistics
• Strong communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with both field leadership and customers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction project management software
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered
• Ability to travel to project sites as required
• Must be able to meet company pre-employment requirements

Why Superior Rigging & Erecting

Since 1952, Superior Rigging & Erecting has delivered complex crane, rigging, steel erection, heavy transport, and specialty construction solutions across the United States.

Our Project Managers are not simply administrators. They are part of the team responsible for how the work gets built. You will have the opportunity to lead challenging projects, work directly with experienced field and operational leaders, and take meaningful ownership of project performance from beginning to end.

Make the Tough Look Easy.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Superior Rigging and Erecting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate, and discipline employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

ADA & Employment Status Notice

Superior Rigging and Erecting complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable laws to ensure reasonable accommodations are available when needed. This position is classified as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employment is at-will unless stated otherwise in writing.