There are many types of steel construction, and there are many types of wood construction. A true "all-steel" building with steel trusses will be very costly indeed and you may have to pay to have it erected. (The cheap steel buildings you see advertised do not have trusses but are free-standing.) On the other hand, post frame construction is reasonably cheap whether you decide to cover it with steel or wood. Personally, for a building like you describe, I would go post-frame. The main advantage is you don't have to pour concrete footings, which in SE Michigan need to go down at least 42 inches. Two guys can easily put up a pole barn; in fact other than setting the posts and hanging the trusses, you don't need a helper at all.
As for siding and roofing, it's mostly a matter of appearance. I went with T1-11 plywood and shingles to match my house, but steel is much easier to maintain. If you go with steel, make sure you use screws instead of nails; your left thumb will thank you.
Also, with post frame you can opt to pour your slab later. I did mine after the roof was up but before it was sided so the truck had access to pour.
Carter Lumber will spec out a post frame building and will give you a choice of siding and roofing materials.
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