Division 8 PM - Cradle to Grave
About The Position
The Project Manager / Estimator manages commercial doors, frames, and hardware projects from initial bid through final delivery and closeout. The role combines estimating and project management, including reviewing plans, preparing takeoffs and estimates, coordinating submittals and material orders, managing schedules, and maintaining customer relationships throughout the project lifecycle. The position is remote with regional travel for jobsite and customer visits as needed, and reports to the Operations Manager. The role also tracks job costs, supports billing and collections, coordinates with sales, purchasing, warehouse, and accounting teams, and contributes to improving estimating and project management processes. Success includes accurate and timely bids, projects meeting or exceeding estimated margins, approved submittals with minimal resubmissions, on-time deliveries, and strong relationships with contractors, vendors, and customers.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of estimating and/or project management experience in construction, building products distribution, or a related trade.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and perform accurate material takeoffs.
- Product knowledge of hollow metal doors, wood doors, frames, and architectural hardware (Division 8).
- Experience with ProTech or similar door and hardware estimating software.
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and Excel skills.
- Familiarity with commercial contracts, submittal processes, AIA pay applications, and retainage.
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Valid driver's license and ability to visit active jobsites.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with commercial doors, frames, and hardware.
- Division 10 product knowledge.
- Bluebeam or similar takeoff software experience.
- Existing contractor relationships.
Responsibilities
- Review plans, specifications, door schedules, and addenda to prepare door, frame, and hardware takeoffs and quotes.
- Build estimates covering materials, freight, applicable labor, lead times, and margins.
- Obtain and compare vendor pricing; identify scope gaps, exclusions, and value-engineering alternatives and document clarifications in proposals.
- Submit bids on deadline and maintain bid logs, win/loss results, and pricing history.
- Build relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, architects, and building owners.
- Manage project turnover from estimate to award, review contracts and purchase orders, confirm scope, and set up projects.
- Prepare and track submittals, hardware schedules, shop drawings, and product data through approval.
- Order materials, coordinate vendor lead times, and schedule deliveries to meet project timelines.
- Serve as the primary customer contact, attend project meetings, and visit jobsites as needed.
- Manage change orders, RFIs, and backorders, communicating cost and schedule impacts.
- Coordinate final deliveries, punch-list items, warranty documentation, and final billing.
- Track job costs against estimates and identify potential margin risks.
- Support progress billing and pay applications, and coordinate with accounting on collections and retainage.
- Work with sales, purchasing, and warehouse teams to align projects and inventory.
- Help improve estimating templates, pricing tools, and project management processes.
Benefits
- Performance-based bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Mileage reimbursement
- Competitive salary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
