Job Description

About Us:

Company Overview

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.

Overview:

Position Overview

At Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), Estimators help lay the foundation for project success by delivering accurate, competitive cost estimates. Your precision, problem-solving skills, and teamwork ensure every scope is covered and aligned with project goals. By supporting smart planning and strong execution, you play a key role in driving growth and excellence across our commercial construction projects.

Responsibilities and Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities

• Estimate Preparation & Analysis

• Analyze blueprints, specifications, and proposals to prepare accurate scopes of work and detailed cost estimates.
• Identify labor, material, and time requirements to support competitive and complete bid packages.
• Develop cost-effective and labor-efficient schedules for project execution.
• Maintain and update cost databases for accuracy and future reference
• Present estimates by compiling and summarizing numerical and descriptive data for internal and client review.

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  Project & Bid Management

• Maintain Resolves discrepancies by collecting and analyzing finished quotes prior to turning the quote over to the Sales Representative.
• Prioritize assigned projects and prepare estimates for bid through effectively performing take-off tasks on projects where required.
• Pursue contract buy down after award of project from both the material suppliers and subcontractors.

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  Safety

• Follow all safety protocols and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
• Use proper lifting techniques.

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  Physical Requirements
• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying approximately 100 lbs. utilizing proper lifting procedures.
• Additional physical requirements may be needed as duties are assigned.

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  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

• College degree or equivalent combination of construction industry experience.
• Two years in the construction industry, with emphasis in the specific fields of Doors, Frames, Hardware, and Specialties.
• Great communication and problem-solving skills.
• Highly productive
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with estimating software (e.g. Bluebeam, EPWS.)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience in the construction industry is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High degree of ownership for projects, a sense of urgency and strong follow-through.

Compensation and Benefits:

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

Equal Opportunity:

Statement

Unified Door & Hardware Group, a Foundation Building Materials company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to help them perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources at Talent@myfbm.com.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, For contractors, For subcontractor, Local area,

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