Project Manager & Estimator – Doors, Frames & Hardware

United Contractor Services•Kennesaw, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

United Contractor Services is hiring an Estimator / Project Manager to manage Division 8 and Division 10 scopes from initial bid through project closeout. The role combines estimating with project execution: the successful candidate prices the work and, when awarded, manages it through procurement, coordination, installation, and closeout. Division 8—doors, frames, and finish hardware—is the priority and focus of most of the work. The position requires close attention to schedules, specifications, and hardware sets, including identifying discrepancies before they affect the jobsite. Division 8 work includes hollow metal doors and frames, wood doors, aluminum entrances, finish hardware, and related accessories. The role writes and reviews hardware sets and door schedules against architectural drawings, elevations, and specifications, verifies applicable listing, fire-rating, accessibility, and life-safety requirements, and coordinates electrified hardware and access-control requirements. Division 10 work includes toilet partitions, washroom accessories, lockers, fire extinguishers and cabinets, corner guards and wall protection, signage, and related specialty items. The position prepares accurate takeoffs; obtains and compares vendor and manufacturer pricing; identifies and substantiates value-engineering options; and assembles proposals with clear scope language, inclusions, exclusions, and assumptions. For awarded projects, the role leads buyout and procurement, manages submittals and approvals, tracks lead times and material releases, serves as a primary contact for GC project teams, and coordinates deliveries, sequencing, and installation with field installers and superintendents. The role also manages RFIs, change orders, and pay applications and completes project closeout documentation and turnover. This position is based out of United Contractor Services’ Kennesaw, Georgia office. The company offers competitive pay, a full benefits package, and a clear path forward. Candidates receiving an offer must undergo a drug test and background check in accordance with applicable laws.

Requirements

3–5 years of combined estimating and project management experience on commercial Division 8 and/or Division 10 scopes, with Division 8 experience prioritized.
Working knowledge of door hardware terminology, hardware set structure, and fire and life-safety code requirements as they apply to openings.
Experience managing submittals, procurement, and change orders on commercial projects.
Ability to read architectural drawings, door schedules, and specification sections.
Experience with estimating, takeoff, and project management software.
Ability to balance hard bid deadlines with the day-to-day demands of active projects.

Nice To Haves

DHI coursework or credentials such as AHC, DHC, or CDT; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Price Division 8 scopes, including hollow metal doors and frames, wood doors, aluminum entrances, finish hardware, and related accessories.
Write and review hardware sets and door schedules against architectural drawings, elevations, and specifications.
Verify compliance with applicable UL listings, fire ratings, ADA requirements, and life-safety codes.
Coordinate electrified hardware and access-control requirements with the broader project scope.
Price Division 10 scopes, including toilet partitions, washroom accessories, lockers, fire extinguishers and cabinets, corner guards and wall protection, signage, and related specialty items.
Confirm mounting, backing, and coordination requirements with adjacent trades to prevent field scope gaps.
Perform accurate quantity takeoffs.
Solicit and compare vendor and manufacturer pricing based on cost, lead time, and performance.
Identify value-engineering options and present supporting numbers.
Prepare proposals with clear scope language, inclusions, exclusions, and documented assumptions.
Lead buyout and procurement for awarded projects, carrying the pricing basis and hardware decisions through to purchase orders.
Prepare and manage submittals, including hardware schedules, product data, and shop drawings, through approval.
Track lead times and release materials to match the project schedule.
Serve as the primary contact for GC project teams and attend coordination meetings as needed.
Coordinate deliveries, sequencing, and installation with field installers and superintendents.
Manage RFIs, change orders, and pay applications to keep projects on schedule and budget.
Close out projects with O&M manuals, warranties, attic stock, and final hardware turnover.
Build working relationships with suppliers, manufacturer representatives, and GC preconstruction and project teams.
Stay current on product changes, manufacturer updates, and code revisions affecting Divisions 8 and 10.