Steel Project Manager

MTH Industries, Inc.; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

FSA

Paid time off

Wellness program

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MTH Industries, Inc. is seeking a Steel Project Manager in Hillside, IL to oversee miscellaneous and architectural steel projects. You will manage design review, shop drawings, procurement, fabrication, and field coordination for commercial construction—covering stairs, railings, platforms, and supports.

The role requires strong leadership, scheduling, budgeting, and client/vendor communication, with on-site presence as needed to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of steel project management experience.
• Strong understanding of structural, electrical, and architectural scopes.
• Experience reviewing RFIs, submittals, change orders, field work orders, and pay apps.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and Bluebeam.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to job sites and be on-site as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project timelines and milestones.
• Create and implement job-specific safety plans and JHAs; ensure site safety compliance.
• Review design drawings, track revisions, and manage scope changes.
• Prepare pricing and documentation for change requests and negotiate adjustments.
• Act as primary onsite presence, resolving field issues and coordinating with trades.
• Issue purchase orders and subcontracts; ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Monitor productivity, schedule, cost, quality, and safety across all projects.
• Guide drafting staff; review and approve shop drawings for accuracy.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, vendors, and field teams.
• Forecast costs, track job metrics, and lead post-project reviews.

Skills

Project management

RFIs & submittals

Bluebeam

Read drawings

Field coordination

Procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent

Tools

CAD

Revit

Advance Steel

Tekla

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