Project Manager - Structural Steel/Misc. Metals

The Berlin Steel Construction Company; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

HSA/FSA Plan

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

The Berlin Steel Construction Company is seeking a motivated Project Manager for our West Chester, PA office. You will lead project objectives, plans, and coordination with contractors and vendors to ensure profitable execution.

Responsibilities include managing contracts, schedules, budgets, and communication with customers, while supporting engineering and field teams. Travel to sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in construction with PM experience preferred in steel.
• Bachelor’s degree in CM, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with construction software (MS Office, Bluebeam, Tekla).

Responsibilities

• Manage contractual, technical, and financial documents for projects.
• Coordinate with field, engineering, and vendors to ensure timely execution.
• Develop and manage schedules, budgets, and change orders.
• Serve as primary liaison with customers on progress and status.
• Monitor costs, margins, and risk; prepare cost-to-complete data.
• Utilize project software to track progress and reporting; lead meetings.

Skills

Construction experience

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Tekla

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Tekla

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager to provide overall project management for structural steel and/or miscellaneous metals jobs in our West Chester, PA office. This role is responsible for establishing project objectives, developing management plans, and maintaining liaison with contractors, subcontractors, and vendors. The Project Manager will oversee contractual, technical, and financial matters, while coordinating closely with field and engineering teams to ensure efficient, timely, and profitable project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, manage, and monitor all aspects of the project’s contractual, technical, and financial documents.
• Direct and coordinate project execution to ensure efficiency, adherence to budgets, and compliance with contract/subcontract requirements.
• Establish and maintain schedules for approvals, production, subcontractors, and customers, and communicate updates accordingly.
• Serve as primary liaison with customers regarding schedules, coordination, and project status.
• Expedite RFIs, detail drawings, and related documentation with support from Engineering Project Managers (EPMs).
• Coordinate project material needs from shops and vendors, updating schedules and delivery dates as required.
• Monitor project costs, maintaining or improving target margins.
• Identify potential scope changes, prepare change order estimates, and negotiate with customers.
• Provide invoicing information, approve vendor/subcontractor invoices, and support Accounting with collections as needed.
• Document project activities, correspond with customers, and mitigate risks through timely communication and notices.
• Prepare cost-to-complete data for monthly accounting reviews.
• Utilize company software systems to manage projects effectively. (Teams, Bluebeam, etc.)
• Attend and report at internal and external job meetings, cost reviews, and site visits (some travel required).
• Ensure all necessary project accessories (drawings, fasteners, etc.) are available and distributed.
• Schedule and lead coordination meetings, including documenting minutes and distributing checklists.
• Support field measuring, troubleshooting, survey assistance, and jobsite visits as needed.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of construction experience, with at least two (2) years as a Project Manager in steel construction preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• General computer proficiency required, experience with steel construction software preferred. (Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Tekla, etc.)
• Ability to safely navigate construction work areas (stairs, ladders, uneven surfaces).
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• HSA/FSA Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan

We are an EOE.