Assistant Project Manager

Foundation Building Materials•Miramar, FL

About The Position

Assistant Project Managers at Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG) support the Project Team by helping plan, coordinate, and track assigned projects. The role contributes to smooth project execution through organized project communications and documentation, contract and purchasing support, technical review of architectural drawings and specifications, submittal coordination, and collaboration with Engineering to meet schedules and contract scope requirements. UDHG provides commercial door, frame, and architectural hardware solutions for commercial, institutional, and multi-family construction and architectural projects across North America. The company is part of Foundation Building Materials (FBM).

Requirements

Associate degree, trade school, and/or related experience.
One to two years of experience as a Project Assistant in the door and hardware industry or a related field.
Strong competency in computer software and project knowledge.
Attention to detail.
Ability to organize multiple projects.
Strong organization, planning, and coordination abilities.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

Assist with creating short- and long-term project goals and strategies.
Manage project communications and prepare appropriate correspondence to maintain project documentation and ensure timely responses.
Maintain project files with key milestones and status.
Assist with reviewing and marking up project contracts as required.
Maintain existing vendor and customer relationships.
Assist with reviewing and managing project-related company reports as required.
Assist with creating purchase orders and follow material release procedures.
Assist with creating change orders and ICOs according to company guidelines.
Identify door swings, frame elevations, jamb profiles, wall types, and hardware information from architectural drawings.
Read and analyze hardware, wood door, and hollow metal specifications to create, update, or coordinate related submittals, including literature for architect review.
Ensure Engineering functions are completed in accordance with established production and contract scope requirements.
Work with Engineering to maintain project schedules, implement changes and revisions, and review and revise returned submittals as required.
Support company values in safety, customer focus, teamwork, integrity, and being a company of choice for employees and customers.
Perform other related duties as assigned by management.