What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Assistant [UDHG] position at Unified Door & Hardware Group?
Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), a Foundation Building Materials company, is a premier distributor and solutions provider for the commercial door and hardware industry across North America. With a focus on quality, service, and expertise, UDHG partners with contractors, builders, and architects to deliver comprehensive door, frame, and hardware solutions for a wide range of projects. Headquartered in New Jersey, UDHG operates with a strong presence across the United States, supported by a team of dedicated professionals. Our Core Values of Safety, Customer Commitment, Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence serve as the foundation of our success, driving superior service and trusted partnerships throughout the industry.
Position Overview
The Project Assistant provides general administrative and clerical support to the Project Team by coordinating with customers, vendors, and internal groups. Some duties may vary based on experience and company need.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Position Overview
The Project Assistant provides general administrative and clerical support to the Project Team by coordinating with customers, vendors, and internal groups. Some duties may vary based on experience and company need.
Key Responsibilities
- Follows up with customer on submittals, change orders, samples, schedules, and other job-related issues
- Assists with creation of purchase orders and follows release procedures for all material
- Follow-up on vendor purchase orders to ensure delivery alignment with project requirements
- Obtains and checks vendor purchase order acknowledgments
- Assists with creation of change orders and ICO’s
- Assists with creation of packing slips and coordinates with the shipping/receiving department and communicates/coordinates in getting material to jobsite
- Cross training in other areas of the company as required
- Performs other related duties as assigned by management
- High School Diploma
- Competency in computer software and administrative skills
- Organizational planning and time-management skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Good office etiquette and overall professionalism
- Ability to maintain patience and calmness under pressure
- After receipt of conditional offer of employment, must be able to pass drug screen/physical/background check.
- A friendly and supportive work environment
- Competitive pay and incentives
- For full-time employees, benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and 401(k) plans.
- Career growth opportunities
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.
