Assistant Project Manager UDHG

Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company that serves the commercial and residential construction markets across North America. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, FBM provides a wide range of construction products and services to contractors and builders.  Based in California, FBM has more than 6,000+ Employees and 340+ Locations across the United States and Canada.  FBM's Core Values of Safety First, Customer Driven, Valuing Our People, Integrity and the Pursuit of Excellence form the foundation for an excellent Customer experience that is recognized across the industry.

Position Overview

The Assistant Project Manager provides administrative and organizational support to the Project Team. They are responsible for assisting in the planning and coordinating of all facets of the assigned project.

Key Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Maintains existing relationships with vendors and customers
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management

Education/Certifications

• Associate Degree/Trade School and or related experience

Experience

• One to two years as Project Assistant in the door and hardware industry or related

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• 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

Requirements

• After receipt of conditional offer of employment, must be able to pass drug screen/physical/background check.

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.

• Base: $24-$32/Hourly
• Bonus: Not Eligible 

Benefits

At UDHG, a Foundation Building Materials company, 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, which 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
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Foundation Building Materials 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.
  

Foundation Building Materials 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.