Project Manager / Production Coordinator

Company Description:

Located in Peosta, Iowa, Design Build Structures (DBS) specializes in structural and ornamental steel fabrication. Our company was founded in 2002 and offers more than fifty years of steel fabrication experience. We are a single-source fabrication company, and our complete in-house capabilities allow for fast response, flexibility, and coordination in all phases of a project. We are an ASIC certified fabricator which exemplifies our commitment to quality. Visit our website for a list of current services!

Job Description:

Project Management & Customer Coordination

• Manage multiple structural steel fabrication projects from award through final delivery.
• Coordinate project schedules, production timelines, and customer expectations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, engineers, architects, vendors, and internal teams.
• Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and related documentation to ensure successful execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and proactively resolve issues affecting schedule, quality, or budget.
• Coordinate material requirements and production priorities to support efficient project flow.

Production Coordination & Operations

• Coordinate production schedules to maximize efficiency and meet customer deadlines.
• Monitor workloads, labor utilization, and production priorities across multiple projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve communication, workflow, and operational efficiency.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and support to production personnel.
• Foster collaboration between detailing, fabrication, purchasing, and installation teams.
• Help establish priorities while maintaining accountability for project execution. 

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health benefits beginning after 30 days
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with an excellent employer match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long-term career growth with a locally owned, growing company

Required Experience:

• Degree in a related field (preferred). 
• Three to five years of project management experience within structural steel fabrication, miscellaneous metals, or commercial construction.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience with fabrication management software.
• Knowledge of AWS welding standards and structural steel quality control practices.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication processes and project sequencing.
• Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings.
• Working knowledge of AISC standards and structural steel fabrication practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license.

Required Travel:

A company vehicle will be provided to travel from the company offce (in Peosta, IA) to job sites. This position does not require overnight travel.