Project Manager

Job Description

<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p><p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>The Project Manager (PM) serves as the central hub of communication and coordination across clients, contractors, field teams, detailers, engineers, and the shop. As the primary representative of Banker Steel/NYCC for their assigned projects, the PM is responsible for driving schedule adherence, cost control, and quality from detailing through fabrication, erection, and closeout. This role demands a proactive, organized, and solution-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and understands that communication, responsiveness, and accountability are key to project success.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Leadership & Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the company’s primary representative for assigned projects, maintaining professionalism and responsiveness with all stakeholders.</li><li>Drive project execution from detailing to fabrication to erection and closeout, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.</li><li>Lead and facilitate project meetings, including job kickoff and shop kickoff sessions with Sales, General Manager, Shop Manager, QA/QC, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Maintain open, factual, and timely communication with management regarding project issues, progress, and risks.</li></ul><p><strong>Project Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Review project scope, contracts, drawings, and specifications to confirm inclusions and exclusions; identify potential gaps early.</li><li>Ensure all subcontractors (detailer, connection engineer, erector, deck, joist, miscellaneous metals) are contracted promptly post-award.</li><li>Coordinate and manage project documentation, including RFIs, change requests (CRs), approvals, and contract modifications.</li><li>Maintain organized digital records, ensuring all emails and project files are properly labeled by project number and stored in designated job folders.</li></ul><p><strong>Scheduling & Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain internal project schedules covering detailing, fabrication, and erection.</li><li>Obtain and integrate schedules from clients, detailers, connection engineers, and subcontractors.</li><li>Monitor and manage schedule adherence—releasing complete shop drawing sequences at least 6–8 weeks ahead of fabrication needs.</li><li>Update and communicate schedule changes promptly, notifying clients if delays are due to external factors (design or site-related).</li></ul><p><strong>Shop Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure drawings and approvals are delivered to the shop with sufficient lead time—typically 8 weeks before fabrication start.</li><li>Respond quickly to shop questions or clarification requests to prevent production delays.</li><li>Collaborate closely with shop management to maintain production flow and quality standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Site Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the key point of contact for erectors and field teams, addressing site issues efficiently and proactively.</li><li>Manage back charges and corrective work promptly to avoid unnecessary cost exposure, particularly in high-cost markets (e.g., NYC).</li></ul><p><strong>Client & Contractor Relations</strong></p><ul><li>Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients, GCs, and CMs—ensuring performance excellence and positioning Banker Steel for future opportunities.</li><li>Communicate clearly and promptly regarding RFIs, changes, and schedule impacts.</li><li>Represent Banker Steel professionally in all interactions, balancing performance with diplomacy.</li></ul><p><strong>Detailer & Connection Engineer Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee detailing progress to ensure timely and accurate drawing releases.</li><li>Hold detailers and connection engineers accountable to schedule commitments and quality expectations.</li><li>Ensure both disciplines receive current design documents and specifications at all times.</li></ul><p><strong>Change Management</strong></p><ul><li>Identify and document all project scope changes immediately.</li><li>Create and maintain CR folders, defining clear scope, schedule impacts, and cost implications.</li><li>Collaborate with the CR Manager and accounting to process and collect payments for approved changes.</li><li>Understand and comply with all contractual change notification requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Procurement & Buyouts</strong></p><ul><li>Manage buyouts for anchor rods, bolts, bearings, and other specialty items.</li><li>Obtain multiple competitive quotes from approved vendors and coordinate with management for any out-of-budget purchases.</li><li>Develop accurate general notes reflecting all job requirements and vendor selections.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Management</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, review, and submit monthly Pay Applications, coordinating closely with accounting and the client.</li><li>Verify subcontractor invoices and confirm alignment with work progress and PO agreements.</li><li>Maintain cost control and monitor job budgets; notify management immediately if overruns or risks are identified.</li><li>Work with management and accounting to ensure all budgets are current, accurate, and aligned with project performance.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).</li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience managing structural steel or large commercial construction projects.</li><li>Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication, erection, and detailing processes.</li></ul></p><p></p><p><ul><li>Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects under tight deadlines.</li><li>Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, Project) and Bluebeam Revu.</li><li>Familiarity with Tekla EPM (Powerfab) and other project management tools preferred.</li></ul></p><p><strong>Key Skills</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><ul><li>Leadership & Accountability: Owns project outcomes and drives collaboration across teams.</li><li>Communication: Keeps stakeholders informed, aligned, and engaged.</li><li>Organization & Planning: Balances multiple schedules, documents, and tasks with precision.</li><li>Problem Solving: Anticipates issues and develops practical, timely solutions.</li><li>Financial Acumen: Manages project budgets, cost impacts, and change management effectively.</li><li>Client Focus: Builds trust and strengthens relationships through performance and professionalism.</li><li>Resilience: Handles pressure and shifting priorities with composure and focus.</li></ul></p><p></p><p><strong>Other Duties</strong></p><p></p><p>Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</p><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Compensation</strong></p><p><br /> The compensation range for this role is $90,000 – $125,000 per year. The actual compensation offered will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity, and will fall within this range.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Work Experience</strong></p><p><br /> Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this position. Candidates will be assessed based on their skills, qualifications, and overall experience.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring</strong><br /></p><p>We do not use artificial intelligence–enabled tools to screen, assess, or select applicants as part of our recruitment process.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Vacancy Status<br /></strong>This job posting is for a new position and is not related to an existing vacancy.</p></p></p>