Steel Project Manager

MTH Industries; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

MTH Industries in Hillside, IL seeks a Steel Project Manager to lead miscellaneous and architectural steel projects nationwide. You will oversee design review, shop drawings, procurement, fabrication, and field coordination for stairs, railings, platforms, and structural supports.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor's in engineering or construction management, 5+ years in steel PM, and strong skills in reading drawings, coordinating with clients and vendors, and managing change orders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in steel project management.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Willingness to travel to job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project timelines and milestones.
• Ensure safety plans and field safety compliance.
• Review design drawings, track revisions, manage scope changes.
• Prepare estimates for change orders and negotiate adjustments.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and field teams to ensure delivery.
• Oversee procurement of materials and subcontracts and monitor production.

Skills

Project management

Reading drawings

Communication

Field coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Office

CAD

Revit

Job description

Job Title: Steel Project Manager Location: Hillside, IL
Type: Full-Time
Commission: Based on Experience

About MTH Industries

Are you ready to advance your career with a proven industry leader? MTH Industries has been a cornerstone in the structural steel fabrication, architectural metal, ornamental iron, and custom metalwork industry for over a century. Serving clients nationwide, we are known for our craftsmanship, reliability, and ability to meet the most demanding project specifications. Join a team that values excellence and innovation in every detail.

Position Overview

We are seeking a knowledgeable and driven Project Manager with experience in miscellaneous and architectural steel. This role requires strong expertise in design review, shop drawings, material procurement, fabrication, and field coordination for commercial construction projects involving products like stairs, railings, platforms, and structural supports.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Scheduling: Develop and manage project timelines, ensuring key deliverables are met and milestones achieved.


• Safety Management: Create and implement job-specific safety plans and JHAs; ensure job site safety compliance.


• Design Coordination: Review and interpret design drawings, track revisions, and manage scope changes.


• Change Orders: Prepare pricing and documentation for change requests and negotiate adjustments as needed.


• Field Collaboration: Act as the primary onsite presence, resolving field issues in real time and coordinating with trades.


• Procurement: Issue purchase orders and subcontracts; ensure timely delivery of materials and services.


• Production Oversight: Monitor and manage productivity, schedule, cost, quality, and safety across all assigned projects.


• Shop Drawings: Guide drafting staff; review and approve drawings for accuracy before submission.


• Client & Vendor Relations: Maintain strong communication with clients, vendors, and field teams to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.


• Project Controls: Forecast costs, track job metrics, and lead post-project reviews for lessons learned and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience


• Minimum 5 years of experience in steel project management (miscellaneous or architectural metals preferred)


• Strong understanding of construction scopes including structural, electrical, and architectural


• Experience reviewing and managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, field work orders, certified payrolls, OCIP/CCIP, and pay apps


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam


• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications


• Excellent organizational and communication skills


• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities


• Ability to travel to job sites and be present on-site as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Estimating and bidding experience in the construction industry


• Familiarity with CAD, Revit, Advance Steel, and/or Tekla


• Experience developing client proposals and negotiating contracts

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, LPFSA, DCFSA)


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Generous paid time off


• Wellness programs


• Career development and advancement opportunities


• Tuition reimbursement

Salary: $90000 per year