Division 8 Project Manager

Foundation Building Materials•Elkridge, MD

About The Position

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), part of Foundation Building Materials, provides commercial door, frame, and architectural hardware solutions for commercial, institutional, and multi-family construction projects. The Division 8 Project Manager takes ownership of projects from kickoff through closeout, leading teams and coordinating with customers and internal departments to deliver projects on time, on budget, and in accordance with project goals. The role oversees project communications, contracts, submittals, finances, procurement, scheduling, cost control, safety, and closeout. The position reports to a Team Leader. It is full-time and offers a total compensation package of $80,000–$90,000, along with benefits. A bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, or a related field is preferred and may substitute for some experience requirements. Candidates must have two to four years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager in the door and hardware industry or a related trade.

Requirements

Two to four years as an Assistant Project Manager in the door and hardware industry or a related trade (required).
Strong competency in computer software and product knowledge.
Basic accounting knowledge.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Good communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Use proper lifting techniques; occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying of approximately 100 pounds is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, or a related field; this may substitute for some of the experience requirement.

Responsibilities

Lead the project team—including Assistant Project Managers, assistants, shipping and receiving staff, and project accountants—through all project phases.
Coordinate with Engineering, Estimating, and Sales to ensure project alignment.
Lead project meetings and provide feedback for staff development and performance reviews.
Serve as the primary customer contact and address value engineering opportunities and delivery concerns while protecting project goals.
Manage project-related communications and ensure responses are timely and accurate.
Manage and review project budgets, profitability, and financial status with senior management.
Coordinate billing and payment tracking with Project Accountants.
Handle change orders, negotiate costs, and follow up on outstanding payments and back charges.
Ensure compliance with contract terms, submittal accuracy, and RFI resolution.
Incorporate project changes through ASIs, bulletins, and RFIs, and manage project documentation throughout the lifecycle.
Select vendors and schedule deliveries to control costs.
Oversee freight, labor, installation coordination, and master keying systems.
Issue purchase orders and coordinate processing with Purchasing.
Track progress using internal systems and ensure timely closeout, including punch lists and final payment.
Maintain software proficiency and current product knowledge.
Follow safety protocols and OSHA requirements, and use proper lifting techniques.
Support company values of safety, customer focus, teamwork, integrity, and being a company of choice; perform other duties as assigned.