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Project Executive - Steel Fabrication & Erection

Vineland, NJ, USA

About the Role

Are you an experienced construction leader ready to drive strategic growth for a dynamic steel fabrication company? Do you want to oversee multiple high-value projects while building lasting client relationships in the structural steel and miscellaneous metals industry? Join JP Ironworks as we continue expanding across NJ, PA, NY, DE, MD and beyond!


You must be authorized to work in the U.S. (citizen or green card) with extensive senior-level project management experience.


JP Ironworks, LLC, in partnership with MarQ Steel Services, seeks a Project Executive to provide strategic oversight for our portfolio of steel fabrication and erection projects, ranging from custom architectural metalwork to large-scale structural installations.

Strategic Leadership Responsibilities:

Business Development & Client Relations:

  • Develop and manage relationships with potential and current clients

  • Play a lead role in securing new business and negotiating contracts

  • Act as focal point of contact for clients, ensuring expectations are managed proactively and diplomatically

  • Drive strategic growth initiatives across multiple market sectors (commercial, healthcare, infrastructure)

  • Build and maintain relationships with architects, engineers, and general contractors

Executive Project Oversight:

  • Oversee the project's high-level strategy, align teams, and manage client relationships

  • Supervise projects and ensure they're delivered on-time, on-budget with high levels of quality, safety and profitability

  • Typically responsible for projects in the range of 10K to 3MM

  • Observe and report on high-level performance metrics, review progress, resolve bottlenecks

  • Manage project portfolios across steel, aluminum, and stainless steel fabrication

Team Leadership & Development:

  • Manage and oversee the project team, including senior project managers, project managers, superintendents and engineers

  • Provide guidance, assist in solving problems, measure and define success for tasks and projects

  • Lead cross-functional coordination between fabrication and MarQ Steel Services erection teams

  • Assist in developing professional skills and work towards retaining employees

  • Serve as valuable liaison between project team and high-level company leadership

Strategic Operations:

  • Manage all projects with adherence to company procedures, within predetermined project strategy, conditions, schedule, and budgets

  • Drive innovation in fabrication processes and technology implementation

  • Provide prompt and accurate information to facilitate invoicing and cash recovery

  • Establish company-wide project management standards and best practices

  • Lead capital investment decisions for equipment and facility improvements

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience: Minimum of 5-10 years' experience in senior project management roles

  • Project Scale: Proven track record managing projects $1M+ in structural/miscellaneous steel

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field OR equal on the job experience 

  • Industry Knowledge: Deep knowledge in all areas of construction, from building methods, sequencing to cost estimating

  • Leadership: Command of executive leadership best practices and understanding of company goals, culture and finances

  • Familiarity with AWS and AISC standards, codes, practices, and procedures

  • Strong business development and contract negotiation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Skilled in strategic project management, contract negotiation, and construction estimating

  • Understanding of all facets of steel fabrication and erection processes

  • Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, FabSuite, Fabtrol and advanced project management systems

  • Established network within the mid-Atlantic construction industry

Executive Compensation Package:

  • Salary Based on Experience and proven Job Skills 

  • Performance-based bonus structure tied to project and overall company profitability

  • Comprehensive executive benefits package

  • Professional development and continuing education support

  • Equity participation opportunities for exceptional performance

  • Potential Ownership / Partnership

Company Growth Opportunity:

As Project Executive, you'll be instrumental in JP Ironworks' strategic expansion, with the opportunity to shape company direction, develop new market opportunities, and build a best-in-class project management organization. This role offers significant upward mobility as the company grows.

Travel & Work Environment:

  • Position requires travel to multiple job sites across service territory

  • Mix of office-based strategic work and field oversight

  • Flexible schedule to accommodate client needs and project demands

Job Type: Full-time Executive Position

Reports To: President / Owner

Location: Vineland, NJ (multi-state territory)


To Apply: Submit executive resume and cover letter to josh@jpironworks.com 


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