Erection Background

Steel Erection Division

From towering mixed-use developments to iconic commercial structures, our steel erection portfolio demonstrates PENN’ s commitment to precision, safety, and performance. With a team built on decades of union experience and a “whatever it takes” attitude, we deliver complex steel installation with efficiency and craftmanship — from framing systems to miscellaneous metals and ornamental elements that shape skylines across the Midwest.

Built on Experience. Delivered with Discipline.

PENN Erection delivers steel erection services driven by experience, planning, and disciplined execution. From commercial structures to complex builds, our teams plan every lift, work safely, and keep projects moving with a practical, “whatever it takes” mindset.

Our services include:

  • Structural steel erection
  • Engineered lift and erection planning
  • Decking and studs
  • Rigging and specialty picks
  • Complex sequencing and coordination

Capability & Craftsmanship

PENN’s Erection Division is led by experienced field supervision and union-trained ironworkers who understand the demands of complex structural steel erection. Our teams apply disciplined planning, precise execution, and a strong safety mindset to place steel accurately and efficiently.

Through close coordination and controlled sequencing, our crews focus on clean installs and dependable performance—helping structures rise safely, on schedule, and as intended.

Regional Reach & Trusted Partnerships

With a strong Midwest presence, Penn mobilizes skilled union crews quickly and effectively. We’ve built long-standing relationships with general contractors by being dependable, accountable, and easy to work with across healthcare, industrial, data center, and commercial projects.

 

Why Partners Choose PENN Erection

  • Experienced field leadership with disciplined planning
  • Skilled union crews and strong safety practices
  • Engineered lift plans and daily coordination
  • Predictable execution and clean turnover
  • A team known for accountability and professionalism

Division Leadership & Field Team

The Erection Division at PENN is led by highly skilled professionals with deep field experience on complex, high-profile steel projects. Many members of our team have contributed to major stadiums and landmark structures alongside some of the most respected contractors in the industry—bringing that level of discipline, coordination, and execution to every Penn project.

Jason has been working in the heavy industrial field for the last 13 years leading iron working and heavy industrial divisions with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Missouri University of Science and Technology.

Jason has managed projects, from beginning to end, in excess of $200 million. With Jason’s extensive experience in project safety, detailed analytics of problems on projects, being a multi-tasker allows him to manage multiple projects and activities.

His proven project manager and manpower scheduler experience gives him an insight that allows him to be successful in bidding and executing the projects that utilize our various services. Jason has completed projects in the safest possible manner and continuously complies with customer site requirements.

Some of Jason’s recent projects were with Koch Agronomic – Various Locations, Holcim – Ste. Genevieve, MO, US Steel – Granite City, IL, and Certianteed – Jonesburg, MO, and holds certifications of MMSHA Part 46, OSHA 30, LEED AP BC +D Accredited Professional.

Jason Beckerle brings a disciplined, detail-oriented approach to his role as an Estimator at Penn, where he has supported steel projects for the past two years. He works closely with project teams to develop accurate, well-coordinated estimates that reflect scope, schedule, and constructability.

Jason’s focus on clarity, preparation, and follow-through helps set projects up for successful execution in the field. His work supports Penn’s commitment to disciplined planning, reliable performance, and being a dependable partner from bid through completion.