Project Manager - Metals

Job Title: Project Manager – Metals

Location: Merrillville, IN

Type: Direct hire

Pay: $120K - $140K

Industry: Steel/Metals

Summary Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager with an A/E or engineering consulting background to lead a portfolio of metals industry projects. This is a client-facing leadership role responsible for the full lifecycle of large-scale industrial projects (typically $1MM+ in fees).

This role requires experience in a consulting/A&E environment (not in-plant operations), with deep metals industry knowledge from the perspective of an external advisor delivering projects for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as primary client contact and account manager, ensuring clear communication and satisfaction
• Support business development, proposals, scoping, and contract negotiations
• Lead project execution, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, budget, and quality
• Develop execution strategies as designs evolve through permitting and construction
• Monitor scope, schedule, and cost; manage change authorizations
• Manage project financials including pricing, invoicing, cash flow, and profitability
• Develop and maintain project documentation (scope, estimates, schedules, reporting)
• Promote cost-efficient, innovative design solutions
• Prepare client reports on cost, schedule, and quality performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferred)
• 5–10+ years of project management experience in an A/E or consulting firm is required
• Experience managing complex industrial projects as a consultant
• Proven success delivering large-scale projects
• Direct experience serving steel/metals industry clients
• Familiarity with A/E, AEPCM, and Design-Build delivery models
• Experience with industrial safety standards and contract/liability considerations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• PMP certification strongly preferred
• We are unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this role, including student visas