Project Manager (Structural Steel Fabrication)

Tiello-1; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Tiello LLC in Milwaukee, WI, seeks a Project Manager – Structural Steel & Miscellaneous Metals to oversee projects from handoff through completion.

You will manage scope, estimating, scheduling, procurement, fabrication, erection, and customer relationships, working with estimators, detailers, engineers, fabricators, foremen, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to ensure safety, on-schedule delivery, and budget alignment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in project management within structural steel fabrication.
• Strong understanding of fabrication and erection processes.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Knowledge of cost tracking, scheduling, and change orders.
• Willingness to travel locally and nationwide as needed.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from handoff through completion.
• Review scope, estimates, schedules, and contract documents.
• Develop detailed project scopes and identify risks and gaps.
• Lead kickoff meetings with internal teams and stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain project schedules across engineering and fabrication.
• Coordinate with estimators, detailers, engineers, vendors, and customers.
• Maintain clear communication on project status and issues.

Skills

Project management

Estimating

Scheduling

Cost tracking

Communication

Tekla Structures

CAD

ERP

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structures

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Job description

Project Manager (Structural Steel Fabrication)

Job Title:

Project Manager (Structural Steel Fabrication)

Compensation:

$80,000 – $100,000 base DOE

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Career advancement opportunities with a growing steel fabricator

Company Overview:

Tiello has partnered with a well-established, leading Structural Steel Fabricator in Milwaukee, WI on their search for a Project Manager – Structural Steel & Miscellaneous Metals.

Role Summary:

The Project Manager will oversee structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects from project handoff through completion, managing scope, estimating, scheduling, procurement, fabrication, erection, project costs, and customer relationships. This position will work closely with estimators, detailers, engineers, fabricators, foremen, subcontractors, vendors, and customers to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the customer's expectations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in structural steel, miscellaneous metals, fabrication, erection, industrial construction, or a related construction environment, along with strong project management and estimating capabilities.

Project Types:

Structural Steel & Miscellaneous Metals – Industrial Construction, Manufacturing Facilities, Food & Beverage, Material Handling, Commercial Construction, Fabrication & Erection

Job Responsibilities:

Project Management & Coordination

• Manage projects from initial handoff through final completion
• Review project scope, specifications, contract documents, estimated costs, contract values, schedules, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Develop detailed project scopes and identify project requirements, risks, and potential scope gaps
• Coordinate and lead project kickoff meetings with internal teams and project stakeholders
• Establish and maintain project schedules, including detailing, engineering, submittals, approvals, procurement, fabrication, trucking, delivery, and installation
• Coordinate with detailers, engineers, purchasing, fabrication, field personnel, vendors, subcontractors, and customers throughout the project
• Maintain consistent communication with customers regarding project status, upcoming work, schedule changes, and overall satisfaction
• Assist with job planning, including manpower, equipment, material, safety, and scheduling requirements
• Prepare and review detailed project estimates, including materials, labor, equipment, travel, subcontractors, permits, and other project costs
• Review contract language, payment terms, insurance and bonding requirements, schedules, liquidated damages, and subcontractor requirements
• Work closely with estimators during project handoff to ensure a complete understanding of scope and cost assumptions
• Assist with project change order pricing and scope changes
• Review project documents and bid information to ensure all requirements are properly incorporated into the project plan

Fabrication

• Oversee the fabrication process from engineering and detailing through material procurement and shop production
• Coordinate with the fabrication team to ensure materials, drawings, labor, and equipment are available according to schedule
• Maintain a clear understanding of structural steel and miscellaneous metals fabrication processes and workflows
• Coordinate with foremen at project startup to establish a clear understanding of project scope, schedule, manpower, materials, and equipment
• Establish project schedules of values (SOVs) for customer billing
• Set up projects within ERP and internal project management systems
• Monitor project costs and forecast final project costs throughout the project lifecycle
• Track material purchases, subcontractor costs, fabrication hours, trucking, field labor, equipment, and other project expenses
• Work closely with accounting to ensure project costs are properly captured and billing is completed accurately and on time
• Manage project change orders, including associated scope, costs, and schedule impacts
• Ensure projects remain on budget and identify potential cost issues early
• Facilitate project post-mortem meetings and document lessons learned

Procurement & Subcontractor Management

• Coordinate with purchasing to create and distribute purchase orders
• Work with vendors and subcontractors to ensure timely procurement of required materials and services
• Coordinate subcontract agreements and ensure required documentation is completed
• Monitor material deliveries, subcontractor schedules, fabrication timelines, and trucking requirements
• Ensure all project resources are properly coordinated and available when needed

Qualifications / Requirements:

Required:

• 3+ years of experience in project management, estimating, or a related role within construction, structural steel, miscellaneous metals, fabrication, or industrial contracting
• Strong understanding of structural steel and/or miscellaneous metals fabrication and erection
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, and change order management
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and remain composed under pressure
• Ability to travel locally and occasionally nationwide as project needs require
• Eligibility to work in the United States

Preferred:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with structural steel or miscellaneous metals fabrication
• Experience with field erection or installation
• Familiarity with CAD or Tekla Structures
• Experience working with ERP or project management software
• Previous experience within an industrial contracting or specialty construction environment
• Experience managing projects from estimating through fabrication and field installation

Legal & EEO Language:

Tiello LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Your Right to Work:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.