Job Overview

Twin City Hardware is currently looking for an Assistant Project Manager, to work closely with our Contract Project Manager Sales team on projects that TCH has been awarded. The Door and Hardware industry is a competitive environment where accuracy, attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and efficiency play a major role in TCH's ability to successfully manage projects.

Essential Job Functions

• Support Project Manager in maintaining solid customer relationships
• Estimate project costs in a competitive bid environment, using TCH software and estimating software- EPWS
• Obtain factory quotes, and review Take-Off for accuracy
• Work with the Project Manager and/or Contract Sales Manager to set markups
• Prepare bid proposals using the TCH Bid Log; follow up on bids and update Bid Log in a timely manner
• Research and problem solve project issues/ questions in coordination with Project Manager
• Write customer orders in CERP/MBC as directed by the Project Manager
• Work closely with the Project Manager to keep projects running smoothly: write change orders, pursue executed change orders from customers, update financials in both EPWS & CERP, keep job folders organized/filed electronically, request closeout documents from Engineering, and order factory products as required
• Visit job sites, contractor’s office to assist with questions, issues and run errands as required
• Print/ save plans, and specifications
• Detail projects for submittal and revise approved shop drawings as required
• Manage all projects when the Project Manager is unavailable or out of the office
• Attend internal and external training to increase product knowledge of the door and hardware industry
• Work with Accounting to ensure accurate information on job invoicing, bid bonds, or any special paperwork as required by contract
• Attend monthly Contract Sales meetings and other meetings as required
• Other duties as assigned

Skills Requirements

• Ability to understand and utilize MBC and CERP
• Basic knowledge of industry nomenclature
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated individual who can help manage multiple projects with varying deadlines
• High attention to detail and willingness to learn from errors to prevent in the future
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms within all levels of TCH, and its customers
• Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making and comprehension
• Basic knowledge of Windows/ Google based programs

Working Conditions

Office environment with extended periods of sitting and computer work. Periodic site visits which may be dusty or loud and require walking on a variety of surfaces and the use of Personal Protective Equipment.

Benefits

We offer a full benefit package including 401(k) with match, continued training and development.

TCH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Visit us at www.tchco.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Blueprint reading: 1 year (Preferred)
• Project coordination: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Duluth, MN 55806 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Duluth, MN 55806: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person