Field Project Manager

Our Field Project Manager is responsible for overseeing all steel construction projects throughout the Porter Steel client base, which includes Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, and Virginia. We are looking for a positive and motivated project manager who can plan, coordinate, and manage all phases of the structural steel erection projects. This person is a leader who takes pride in their work, has a strong work ethic and great attitude, and seeks a rewarding career with a team willing to invest in your future. This person will demonstrate accountability and ownership. This person must have strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. This person has knowledge of techniques of management which helps in controlling the various situations arising during the execution of the project. Lastly, this person needs to have the ability to solve issues, plan for potential challenges, and remove roadblocks to ensure the project is completed on time, within budget, and within the Porter Steel quality standards.

• Sequencing of project activities and creating an environment which is conducive to produce results.
  
• Ability to develop an efficient, honest, and motivated team of employees which works hard to achieve the objectives of the project.
  
• Ability to communicate with the clients, vendors, various external agencies, management, and internal staff regarding the status of the project. Is accountable for entire project to the client and executive team at all times.
  
• Plan, manage, and coordinate all phases of structural steel erection projects. Working closely with the Superintendent and others at an individual project site, ensuring the project is constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule.
  
• Communicate, plan, and enforce health and safety rules at the project. Join weekly safety meetings. Document, record and address all safety issues.
  
• Work with the Superintendent to set the project schedule and tempo. Develop, publish, and maintain 2 - 3 week look-ahead schedule. Ensure that the necessary resources are available to meet the schedule.
  
• Carefully vet and approve Subcontractors and Vendors to ensure timely completion of tasks. Communicate early and often keep work on track and on time.
  
• Lead, motivate, and manage Porter Steel labor forces at the project. Take an active role in mentoring and supporting team members, especially Superintendents.
  
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, budget, cost control, and safety compliance.
  
• Resolve project issues, change orders, and delays in collaboration with stakeholders.
  
• Review quality control for all aspects of the work. Ensure all construction field documents are up to date, and that materials and workmanship comply with contract documents, approved submittals, and owner requirements. Review and approve as-built conditions and changes.
  
• Review detailed daily reports and timesheets documenting all activity at the project.
  
• Work closely with the Superintendent regarding materials and equipment at the project site, including field purchasing and delivery documentation.
  
• Join and participate with regular project meetings with Subcontractors, Owners, Architects, and Engineers, in conjunction with the Superintendent.
  
• Communicate regularly with the Superintendent, Owner, and Engineers. Furthermore, has knowledge of communication techniques for effective upward and downward and parallel communication.
  

• Two or four year degree in construction, architecture, or engineering field is preferred.
  
• Other degrees, training, trade school, or equivalent verifiable work in steel construction will be considered.
  
• Previous experience successfully supervising teams and subcontractors on the steel construction sites.
  
• Ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented self-starter, with effective communication, organization, and leadership skills.
  
• Must be willing to travel to projects within the Porter Steel client base.
  
• Should possess thorough knowledge of all aspects of commercial steel construction (technology, equipment, methods, engineering, cost control, subcontracting, safety code requirements, etc.).
  
• Should have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as contracts, drawings, specifications, safety rules, installation, and operating instructions, etc.
  
• Prior experience performing work in structural steel and erection.
  
• Strong understanding of steel erection methods, AISC standards, and OSHA requirements.
  
• Five (5) years of Project Management experience in structural steel is required.
  
• Valid state of Georgia driver�s license.
  

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits include medical, dental and vision; 401(k) retirement plan with matching, life insurance (voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); short and long-term disability; health spending account, employee assistance, paid time off, and more.

This is a fully offsite permanent position.

Porter Steel is a structural steel and miscellaneous metals subcontractor that works on construction projects across the Southeast. We are a mission-focused, values-centered company that aims to grow to reach its fullest potential in the construction industry, and it has grown exponentially under his leadership by intrinsically attaching company culture to achieving the mission “to change lives and lead by example†and living by the core values of Ownership, Integrity, Partnership, and Fail Forward.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
  
• 401(k) matching
  
• Dental insurance
  
• Employee assistance program
  
• Flexible spending account
  
• Health insurance
  
• Health savings account
  
• Life insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Parental leave
  
• Referral program
  
• Vision insurance
  

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities
  

Schedule:

• Day shift
  

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Athens, GA 30605