Assistant Project Manager (DFW)

About Patriot Erectors, LLC.

Patriot Erectors is a full-service, AISC Certified Steel Fabricator and AISC Advanced Steel Erector. Founded in 1991, the company is located just west of Austin, Texas, with a modern 60,000-square-foot fabrication facility. With quality employees and the equipment required to handle complicated structures, Patriot strives to provide exceptional customer service to fabricate and erect structural steel facilities and non-building steel structures, focusing on quality, safety, and immense pride in every project.

At Patriot Erectors, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on our customers, employees, stakeholders, and communities. We believe in fostering self-reliance and respecting the interdependent elements of our business. Our mission is to fabricate and erect steel products that meet or exceed customer requirements without defects or accidents. We pursue a deeper understanding of market, customer, and employee needs, and we embrace values such as Safety, Teamwork, Ethics, Enthusiasm, and Leadership in all our operations.
Company Vision: Recognize a Need & Fulfill It. We actively seek steel-related opportunities, embracing challenges to deliver mutually respected, mutually beneficial outcomes. This approach supports continual growth and development for our employees and stakeholders

The right candidate for this position is someone with extensive experience in Safety who will support our projects. This person will constantly be responsible for successfully integrating safety initiatives into the functional operation of the different projects by maintaining processes and procedures to prevent injuries and violations of the law or company policies and minimize the environmental impact of our operations.

About the role

Reporting to the DFW Division Manager, the Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager in achieving project goals and objectives by planning, tracking, and reporting project activities. This role assists with all phases of a project, from proposal and planning through execution and closeout, while ensuring deliverables are met on time and within budget. The position includes regular visits to active job sites to monitor progress, address field needs, and maintain coordination between office and field operations.

What you'll do

• Review and interpret drawings and contract documents.
• Assist Project Managers and support staff in developing, updating, and monitoring project schedules, budgets, and activities.
• Coordinate with the shop, field teams, and customers to ensure deliverables remain on schedule and meet quality expectations.
• Formulate, organize, and track project requirements and progress as directed by the Project Manager.
• Review and evaluate vendor proposals.
• Set up and maintain project data and documentation in company systems.
• Assist the PM in establishing fabrication schedules, milestones, and objectives.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities and monitor performance.
• Provide regular progress and budget updates to the PM.
• Assist with preparing change orders and reviewing drawings.
• Establish and maintain strong customer relationships through effective communication and follow-up.
• Monitor and manage vendor performance and relationships.
• Prepare, present, and distribute project updates to the PM, internal teams, and customers.
• Conduct site visits to verify progress, address field issues, and ensure alignment with project plans.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution preferred.
• 5 years of general project or construction experience; commercial steel fabrication experience strongly preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Experience with Tekla preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Change management processes and documentation.
• Business systems and workflows relevant to steel fabrication and erection.
• The value of incremental delivery, project metrics, and progress reporting.

Skill in:

• Process development and project management techniques.
• Maintaining professionalism and building strong interpersonal relationships.

Ability to:

• Read and interpret structural drawings and specifications.
• Write clear and concise business correspondence.
• Manage and monitor operations, deliverables, and schedules across multiple teams and locations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AISC Manual of Steel Construction is needed to create a conforming shop and erection drawings.
• Construction codes and practices.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with FabSuite and Tekla preferred.
• Tekla Structures, Tekla EPM, and Trimble Connect software is a plus.

What we offer:

• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Safety equipment provided
• 8 hours of paid volunteering time
• Wellness initiatives, including Nivati EAP services

Growth Opportunities: At Patriot Erectors, we believe in investing in our employees' professional development. We offer continuous learning opportunities, including Udemy training courses and leadership training for managers. Our state-of-the-art facility provides an environment where innovation and excellence thrive.

Community Initiatives: We are committed to giving back to our community through various initiatives and encourage our employees to participate in volunteer activities.

Join Us: If you are passionate about quality craftsmanship and committed to excellence, we invite you to apply and become part of the Patriot Erectors team. Together, we can make a difference in our industry and community.