Assistant Project Manager – Commercial Doors, Frames & Hardware - Kennesaw, GA
About The Position
United Contractor Services is a specialty subcontractor working on commercial interior projects nationwide. Our scopes include light gauge framing, Division 8 openings, and Division 10 Specialties on large-scale commercial builds. We self-perform, we hold a high standard on quality and schedule, and we hire people who take that seriously. We're hiring an Assistant Project Manager to support our Division 8 team on commercial door, frame, and hardware packages. You'll work directly under an experienced Project Manager, handling submittments, procurement tracking, scheduling support, and day-to-day coordination with vendors, field crews, and general contractors. This is a hands-on position with real ownership of specific project tasks - and a clear path toward running your own projects as you gain experience.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in commercial construction - project engineering, project coordination, estimating, or a related support role
- Ability to read construction drawings and specifications, and to review submittal packages for accuracy
- Comfortable working in project management software and Excel
- Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to track multiple projects and deadlines at once
- Clear communicator who can hold a conversation with a GC, a supplier, and an installer in the same afternoon
- Willingness to learn the code and compliance side of openings work
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with commercial doors, frames, and hardware is preferred
- Division 10 Specialties exposure is a plus
- experience with Procore or Bluebeam is helpful
Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and track submittals and shop drawings for hollow metal, wood doors, and finish hardware
- Assist with material procurement, purchase orders, and delivery scheduling to keep releases ahead of field needs
- Maintain project documentation, RFIs, change order logs, and close-out packages
- Support schedule development and provide updates on progress, delays, and upcoming milestones
- Coordinate with general contractors, vendors, and field supervision on openings-related questions and conflicts
- Help track project costs and flag budget concerns to the Project Manager early
- Visit job sites to verify field conditions, check installed work against approved submittals, and support field teams
- Assist with hardware sets, keying schedules, and code compliance verification (UL listings, fire ratings, ADA, life safety)
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- a full benefits package
- steady work on commercial projects across the country
- real responsibility
- direct mentorship from senior staff
- a defined route to Project Manager for those who earn it
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
