Project Manager

KENDELL is seeking a Project Manager to oversee moderate contract-based projects from start to finish. The role involves managing project documentation, ensuring quality completion, and maintaining strong professional relationships while working independently with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all project documentation, including contracts, budgets, specifications, change orders, and submittals
• Develop project timelines, coordinate material procurement, delivery, and installation schedules
• Communicate regularly with contractors, architects, manufacturers, and vendors to ensure project requirements are met
• Attend jobsite and coordination meetings; perform field verification as needed
• Review and approve shop drawings and coordinate required revisions
• Oversee mechanical locking systems, phasing of materials, and pre-installation work
• Propose, price, and process change orders; handle back charges, warranty issues, and other project-related concerns
• Maintain accurate project files and provide billing information to Accounts Receivable
• Complete project closeouts including punch lists, O&M manuals, and warranties
• Mentor Assistant Project Managers and delegate tasks as appropriate
• Participate in weekly PM meetings and continue developing industry and product knowledge
• Monitor project budgets, minimize losses, and maintain target gross profit margins

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years project management experience in Doors, Frames & Hardware industry, or 18–24 months as a KDH Assistant Project Manager
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail with minimal mentor involvement (approximately 25%)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant project management or database software
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated professionalism, adaptability, flexibility, and dependability
• Ability to manage customer relationships, resolve conflicts, and negotiate terms effectively
• Critical thinking skills to identify and evaluate complex issues, analyze data, and implement solutions
• General mathematical proficiency including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, fractions, and ratios
• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record required