Construction Project Manager - Structural Steel Erection

We are looking for a Project Manager to lead commercial and industrial structural steel erection, miscellaneous metals, and precast projects in a specialty subcontractor environment, taking full ownership from project handoff through closeout. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of project execution, including scheduling, budgeting, field coordination, client communication, and project documentation. You'll work closely with field superintendents, fabricators, general contractors, and clients to deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget across Southeastern Wisconsin. This position is best suited for someone with direct structural steel erection project management experience rather than general commercial construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial and industrial structural steel erection, miscellaneous metals, and precast projects from project handoff through closeout.
• Coordinate field erection activities with superintendents, foremen, crane operators, fabricators, and subcontractors to maintain safe and efficient project execution.
• Review structural steel shop drawings, erection drawings, contract documents, and project specifications to ensure accurate field installation.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, manpower plans, equipment schedules, and material deliveries to keep projects on track.
• Lead RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, and coordination with general contractors, fabricators, engineers, and owners throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project costs, productivity, and labor performance while identifying opportunities to improve project profitability.
• Resolve field issues, sequencing conflicts, and installation challenges to minimize delays and maintain project momentum.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with safety standards, quality expectations, and contract requirements.
• Support project closeout by completing punch lists, turnover documentation, and final customer deliverables.

• 5+ years of experience managing commercial and industrial structural steel erection projects.
• Direct project management experience with structural steel erection is required.
• Experience managing projects involving miscellaneous metals, ornamental iron, and precast erection is strongly preferred.
• Experience working for a structural steel erector, specialty steel subcontractor, or self-perform contractor is required.
• Candidates based in Wisconsin or within commuting distance of Southeastern Wisconsin are strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of structural drawings, specifications, contracts, RFIs, submittals, change orders, scheduling, and project financial management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
• General commercial construction Project Managers without direct structural steel erection project management experience will not be considered.

• Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience.
• Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan options, paid time off, and other company-sponsored programs.