Sheet Metal Shop Manager & Fabrication Lead

MRP LLC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO package including sick on

Low cost employee medical, dental, and

401k with company match

Referral program

Job summary

River City Environmental is seeking a hands-on Sheet Metal Shop Manager / Fabrication Lead in Portland, OR to oversee fabrication, welding, estimating, and project development while leading a team of fabricators and welders.

The role requires building customer relationships, developing accurate project estimates from concept to proposal, coordinating with contractors and vendors, and ensuring safety, quality, and on‑time delivery of residential and commercial sheet metal projects.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in sheet metal fabrication, experience with MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication methods, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Experience reading and interpreting shop drawings, blueprints, and project specifications.
• Experience estimating sheet metal projects, including labor and material costs.

Responsibilities

• Source and develop residential and commercial custom sheet metal projects across a wide range of applications.
• Develop relationships with contractors, general contractors, HVAC companies, builders, and other potential customers to identify new project opportunities.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements to determine labor, material, equipment, and production needs.
• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates, bids, and proposals for sheet metal projects.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors, and internal teams throughout the estimating and project development process.
• Oversee and participate in sheet metal fabrication, welding, assembly, and finishing as needed.
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on support to welders and fabricators.
• Lead, train, and mentor welders and fabricators to improve quality, productivity, and safety.
• Help plan and prioritize fabrication work to meet project deadlines.
• Review completed work for accuracy, quality, and compliance with project specifications.
• Identify opportunities to improve fabrication processes, efficiency, and profitability.
• Assist with material sourcing, purchasing, and inventory management.
• Maintain strong working relationships with customers and ensure projects meet expectations.
• Promote a safe, professional, and productive work environment.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

Welding MIG/TIG/STICK

Team leadership

Job description

River City Environmental is seeking a hands-on Sheet Metal Shop Manager / Fabrication Lead in Portland, OR to oversee fabrication, welding, estimating, and project development while leading a team of fabricators and welders.

The role requires building customer relationships, developing accurate project estimates from concept to proposal, coordinating with contractors and vendors, and ensuring safety, quality, and on‑time delivery of residential and commercial sheet metal projects.