Operations Coordinator – Structural Steel

Project Manager / Production Coordinator

Location: Peosta, Iowa | On-Site

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Salary: $60,000–$75,000, depending on experience

Design Build Structures is seeking an organized, hands-on Project Manager / Production Coordinator to help lead fabrication operations from project kickoff through final delivery.

This newly created leadership position is designed to support the company's continued growth and will play a key role in coordinating projects, leading production activities, and developing a high-performing team. As the link between customers, engineering, detailing, fabrication, and field installation, you'll ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to the high-quality standards our customers expect.

The ideal candidate has experience in structural steel fabrication, blueprint interpretation, project coordination, production scheduling, and customer communication. This role requires exceptional organization, strong leadership, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

If you're someone who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, leading people, and seeing projects come together from concept to completion, we'd love to talk with you.

What's In It For You?

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

What You'll Do

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.

Required 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, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and Project.

Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.

Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred but not required).

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 such as Tekla EPM, FabSuite, or similar ERP systems.

Knowledge of AWS welding standards and structural steel quality control practices.

Skills & Competencies

Leadership and team development

Project planning and coordination

Production scheduling

Time management and organization

Problem-solving and decision-making

Cost control and budget awareness

Customer relationship management

Contract administration

Attention to detail

Negotiation and conflict resolution

Why Design Build Structures?

Since 2002, Design Build Structures has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality structural steel fabrication through exceptional craftsmanship, dependable service, and strong customer relationships. As a locally owned and growing company, we're investing in the people and leadership needed to continue building on that success.

If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, help shape a growing team, and build a long-term career with a company that values quality and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you.