Banker Steel · 10 hours ago
Project Manager
Lynchburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBanker Steel is seeking a Project Manager who will serve as the central hub of communication and coordination across various stakeholders for assigned projects. The PM will be responsible for driving schedule adherence, cost control, and quality from detailing through fabrication, erection, and closeout.
Construction
Responsibilities
Act as the company’s primary representative for assigned projects, maintaining professionalism and responsiveness with all stakeholders
Drive project execution from detailing to fabrication to erection and closeout, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met
Lead and facilitate project meetings, including job kickoff and shop kickoff sessions with Sales, General Manager, Shop Manager, QA/QC, and other stakeholders
Maintain open, factual, and timely communication with management regarding project issues, progress, and risks
Review project scope, contracts, drawings, and specifications to confirm inclusions and exclusions; identify potential gaps early
Ensure all subcontractors (detailer, connection engineer, erector, deck, joist, miscellaneous metals) are contracted promptly post-award
Coordinate and manage project documentation, including RFIs, change requests (CRs), approvals, and contract modifications
Maintain organized digital records, ensuring all emails and project files are properly labeled by project number and stored in designated job folders
Develop and maintain internal project schedules covering detailing, fabrication, and erection
Obtain and integrate schedules from clients, detailers, connection engineers, and subcontractors
Monitor and manage schedule adherence—releasing complete shop drawing sequences at least 6–8 weeks ahead of fabrication needs
Update and communicate schedule changes promptly, notifying clients if delays are due to external factors (design or site-related)
Ensure drawings and approvals are delivered to the shop with sufficient lead time—typically 8 weeks before fabrication start
Respond quickly to shop questions or clarification requests to prevent production delays
Collaborate closely with shop management to maintain production flow and quality standards
Serve as the key point of contact for erectors and field teams, addressing site issues efficiently and proactively
Manage back charges and corrective work promptly to avoid unnecessary cost exposure, particularly in high-cost markets (e.g., NYC)
Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients, GCs, and CMs—ensuring performance excellence and positioning Banker Steel for future opportunities
Communicate clearly and promptly regarding RFIs, changes, and schedule impacts
Represent Banker Steel professionally in all interactions, balancing performance with diplomacy
Oversee detailing progress to ensure timely and accurate drawing releases
Hold detailers and connection engineers accountable to schedule commitments and quality expectations
Ensure both disciplines receive current design documents and specifications at all times
Identify and document all project scope changes immediately
Create and maintain CR folders, defining clear scope, schedule impacts, and cost implications
Collaborate with the CR Manager and accounting to process and collect payments for approved changes
Understand and comply with all contractual change notification requirements
Manage buyouts for anchor rods, bolts, bearings, and other specialty items
Obtain multiple competitive quotes from approved vendors and coordinate with management for any out-of-budget purchases
Develop accurate general notes reflecting all job requirements and vendor selections
Develop, review, and submit monthly Pay Applications, coordinating closely with accounting and the client
Verify subcontractor invoices and confirm alignment with work progress and PO agreements
Maintain cost control and monitor job budgets; notify management immediately if overruns or risks are identified
Work with management and accounting to ensure all budgets are current, accurate, and aligned with project performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
Minimum 5 years of experience managing structural steel or large commercial construction projects
Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication, erection, and detailing processes
Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects under tight deadlines
Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, Project) and Bluebeam Revu
Preferred
Familiarity with Tekla EPM (Powerfab) and other project management tools
Company
Banker Steel
Banker Steel Co is a leading full-service fabricator of structural steel components used in commercial and infrastructure projects.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2021 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-05-27Acquired
Leadership Team
Chet McPhatter
COO
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