Assistant Project Manager

Unified Door and Hardware Group; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA/FSA plans

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Critical illness

Hospital Indemnity

Legal Insurance Plan

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG) is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Team by planning, coordinating, and tracking all aspects of assigned projects. You will help ensure smooth execution, maintain schedules, and support decisive decisions with strong organization and communication.

Responsibilities include project coordination, contract and documentation support, and preparing submittals from architectural drawings.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree/Trade School or related experience.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to plan multiple projects.
• Excellent oral and written communication; strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists with creation of short and long-term goals and strategies.
• Manages all project communications and documentation for a well-documented project.
• Maintains project files with key milestones and status.
• Assists with review and markup of project contracts as required.
• Maintains relationships with vendors and customers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree or trade school

Job description

About Us

Company Overview

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG) is a premier provider of commercial door, frame, and architectural hardware solutions serving customers across North America. UDHG supports a wide range of construction and architectural projects, delivering specialized expertise, professional installation, and reliable service to commercial, institutional, and multi-family markets.

As part of Foundation Building Materials (FBM), a leading construction materials distribution company, UDHG operates within a broader organization that combines scale, specialty expertise, and a customer-first mindset. Together, FBM and UDHG’s 8,000+ team members are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and employee development. As the organization continues to grow and evolve we are investing in strong, forward-thinking talent to support our long-term success.

Overview

Position Overview

At Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), Assistant Project Managers support the Project Team by helping plan, coordinate, and track all aspects of assigned projects. With strong organization and communication skills, you play a key role in ensuring smooth project execution and supporting UDHG's commitment to excellence in the building products industry.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Coordination

• Assists with creation of short and long-term goals and strategies
• Manages all project communications, generating appropriate correspondence to facilitate a well-documented project while ensuring timely responses
• Maintains project file with key milestones and status
• Assists with review and markup of project contracts as required
• Maintains existing relationships with vendors and customers
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management

Contract & Documentation Support

• Assist with review and managing of all projects related company reports as required
• Assist with creation of purchase orders and follows release procedures for all material
• Assist with creation of change orders and ICO’s per company guidelines

Technical Review & Submittals

• Identify door swings, frame elevations, jamb profiles, wall types, and hardware information from architectural drawings
• Read, analyze, and understand hardware, wood door, and hollow metal specifications to effectively create, update, or coordinate related submittals including literature for architect review

Engineering Support & Scope Compliance

• Ensures that Engineering functions are completed in accordance with established production and contract scope requirements
• Works closely with Engineering to maintain project schedules, implement changes/revisions, review and revise returned submittals as required

Miscellaneous

• Support our values in the stand areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree/Trade School and or related experience
• One to two years as Project Assistant in the door and hardware industry or related
• Strong competency in computer software and project knowledge
• Attention to detail
• Able to organize multiple projects
• Well organized with ability to plan & coordinate
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Strong problem-solving abilities

Compensation and Benefits

Reports To

Branch Manager

Compensation

The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

• Job Type: Full-Time

Benefits

At UDHG, we're committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work. Our excellent package includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA/ FSA plans
• Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage
• Legal Insurance Plan
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match
• A career path designed with you in mind

Statements

Equal Opportunity Employer

Unified Door & Hardware Group, a Foundation Building Materials company, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we ensure reasonable accommodations are provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources for assistance.Unified Door & Hardware Group, a Foundation Building Materials company, is an Equal opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered.All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Posting Period

This job will be posted for at least 5 days, starting on the initial post date reflected above.