Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Structural Steel & Miscellaneous Metals Fabrication

Our client is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee internal operations and provide leadership across estimating, project management, detailing coordination, and fabrication planning. This role will work closely with ownership and serve as a senior client-facing representative with general contractors and developers.

This is a key leadership role for an individual with strong experience in the structural steel or miscellaneous metals fabrication industry who can bring operational discipline, leadership, and strategic oversight to a growing organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight of daily operations including estimating, project management, detailing coordination, and fabrication planning
• Lead and mentor department managers and office staff
• Review major bids and estimates to ensure accuracy, competitiveness, and risk management
• Monitor project pipeline, backlog, scheduling, and overall operational performance
• Work with project management teams to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget
• Develop and improve operational systems, reporting, and internal processes
• Serve as a senior point of contact for key clients including general contractors and developers
• Support ownership in strategic planning, operational improvements, and company growth initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership experience within structural steel or miscellaneous metals fabrication
• Strong understanding of estimating, detailing coordination, project management, and fabrication workflows
• Experience overseeing operations for companies with $20M+ annual revenue
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple complex construction projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and client relationship skills

Preferred

• Background as an Operations Director, General Manager, or senior project executive in a fabrication environment
• Track record of improving operational efficiency and organizational structure