Southern Spear Ironworks LLC · 1 week ago
Structural Steel Project Manager
Chattanooga, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $85K/yr
2+ years expSouthern Spear Ironworks LLC is seeking a Structural Steel Project Manager responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and execution of structural steel projects. The role involves overseeing budgets, schedules, procurement, and subcontractor management, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to quality standards.
ConstructionFoundriesIndustrial
Hiring Manager
Nikolas Crumley
Responsibilities
Lead all phases of structural steel projects from pre-construction through completion, including estimating handoff, planning, detailing, fabrication, delivery, erection, and closeout
Oversee both project and operational aspects to ensure alignment between field crews, fabrication shop, logistics, and administrative support
Collaborate closely with operations to ensure manpower, equipment, and scheduling resources are optimized for project needs
Coordinate with clients, general contractors, engineers, architects, and internal departments (detailing, fabrication, erection) to ensure alignment
Develop, monitor, and maintain project schedules, cost tracking, and resource allocation
Review and interpret structural steel drawings, specifications, and contract documents
Manage subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and compliance with specifications
Monitor field progress and attend jobsite meetings as needed
Ensure compliance with company safety policies and OSHA regulations
Resolve project-related issues and conflicts quickly and effectively
Prepare and present progress reports, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other required documentation
Manage project budgets and prepare regular cost reports and forecasts
Oversee quality control and assurance on all steel-related work
Coordinate with accounting for billing, collections, and closeout documents
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted
Minimum 2 years of experience in structural steel project management or steel erection
Strong knowledge of structural steel systems, fabrication, and erection practices
Experience with construction contracts, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and scheduling
Proficiency with construction/project management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Tekla)
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to travel to job sites as required
Preferred
OSHA 30 certification preferred
Company
Southern Spear Ironworks LLC
We are a full-service construction firm with steel fabricating capabilities and a combined 50 years of experience in the business.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sean Compton
Chief Executive Officer
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