Job Title: Steel Project Manager Location: Hillside, ILType: Full-TimeCommission: Based on Experience About MTH IndustriesAre 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 OverviewWe 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 ResponsibilitiesProject 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 QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experienceMinimum 5 years of experience in steel project management (miscellaneous or architectural metals preferred)Strong understanding of construction scopes including structural, electrical, and architecturalExperience reviewing and managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, field work orders, certified payrolls, OCIP/CCIP, and pay appsProficient in Microsoft Office Suite and BluebeamAbility to read and interpret construction drawings and specificationsExcellent organizational and communication skillsStrong problem-solving and decision-making abilitiesAbility to travel to job sites and be present on-site as needed Preferred QualificationsEstimating and bidding experience in the construction industryFamiliarity with CAD, Revit, Advance Steel, and/or TeklaExperience developing client proposals and negotiating contracts What We OfferMedical, dental, and vision insuranceCompany-paid life and long-term disability insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA, LPFSA, DCFSA)401(k) retirement savings planEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Generous paid time offWellness programsCareer development and advancement opportunitiesTuition reimbursement
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