Southland Steel Fabricators, Inc. · 21 hours ago
Assistant Project Manager
Southland Steel Fabricators is a leading AISC-certified structural steel fabricator with decades of experience serving the industrial and infrastructure sectors. The Project Assistant supports Project Managers by performing administrative and coordination tasks necessary for the timely execution of steel fabrication projects.
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Responsibilities
Assist Project Managers in organizing, tracking, and updating project documentation, including schedules, submittals, RFI logs, and material tracking
Support with project start-up tasks such as job setup sheets, internal kick-off coordination, and document control
Help prepare and distribute internal and external communications including meeting minutes, reports, and change order logs
Coordinate with other departments including Detailing, Purchasing, Production Control, and Shipping to gather and verify project-related information
Maintain accurate records and electronic files in accordance with company standards
Follow up with subcontractors and vendors for submittals, quotes, and delivery confirmations
Assist with tracking fabrication and erection schedules and alert the Project Manager of any delays or issues
Help ensure compliance with customer specifications and internal procedures throughout the project lifecycle
Provide administrative support during client meetings, inspections, and Lessons Learned reviews
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
1–3 years of experience in a construction, engineering, or manufacturing setting (structural steel experience is a plus)
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
Familiarity with project management software or ERP systems (experience with Tekla PowerFab is a plus)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and time management abilities
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision
Preferred
Team-oriented, proactive, and detail-driven
Comfortable working in both office and shop environments
Interest in learning the structural steel industry and growing within the company
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance