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Join CBX Solutions, the nation’s leading provider of architectural doors, frames, hardware, specialty products, and complete security integration services.
At CBX Solutions, trust and communication are the foundation of how we work. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career has room to grow. Whether you're a problem-solver, innovator, or passionate about service, you’ll thrive here. Be part of a team that invests in your future, celebrates your success, and values your contribution.
Why Work With Us?
We’re committed to your success, personally and professionally. You’ll have access to:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care.
- Career Growth: You’ll benefit from continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to CBX University, our in-house development program.
- Supportive Culture: Innovation, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) plays a critical support role in the successful execution of commercial construction projects. This position assists Project Managers in coordinating materials, schedules, subcontractors, and documentation to meet customer expectations and project deadlines while maintaining internal financial and operational standards. The APM serves as a key liaison between internal teams, vendors, installers, and customers in both the door/hardware and electronic security integration sectors.
Essential Functions
- Support project managers in material procurement and order tracking to align with project timelines and construction schedules
- Coordinate with vendors, manufacturers, and internal procurement to ensure timely delivery and accuracy of orders
- Assist in managing project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, and closeout packages
- Monitor and coordinate subcontractor schedules, performance, and compliance with project scopes
- Communicate proactively with general contractors, customers, suppliers, and internal departments in both verbal and written formats
- Process change orders based on customer direction and site conditions, ensuring documentation and pricing are accurate
- Create and maintain sales orders, fabrication work orders, and delivery schedules in accordance with internal processes
- Perform job site visits as needed to support installation progress, verify field conditions, and assist in resolving site-specific issues
- Support collection efforts by coordinating with project teams and clients on outstanding invoices or payment concerns
- Prepare and submit required project closeout documentation including O&M manuals, warranties, and as-builts
- Maintain organized project files and documentation to ensure contract compliance and audit readiness
- Other duties as assigned to support project execution and customer satisfaction
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework in business or construction management preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for customer and team coordination
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on assigned tasks
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and project coordination
- Good mathematical and analytical skills for reviewing specifications and pricing
- Basic understanding of commercial construction processes, especially related to doors, hardware, access control, and security systems, preferred
- Familiarity with ERP, project management, or quoting software is a plus (e.g., Comsense, Procore, or similar), preferred
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and see. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hand to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Work Environment
This job operates primarily in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. May occasionally require business travel.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CBX Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Self-motivated, proactive approach to problem-solving and project coordination
- Good mathematical and analytical skills for reviewing specifications and pricing
- Some college coursework in business or construction management
- Basic understanding of commercial construction processes, doors, hardware, access control, and security systems
- Familiarity with ERP, project management, or quoting software such as Comsense or Procore
What We Do
Cook & Boardman is a national provider of integrated access and security solutions for commercial and institutional properties. The company distributes doors, frames, hardware, electronic access-control equipment, and specialty building products, while also delivering systems integration for physical security, wireless networking, low-voltage cabling, audiovisual, and managed IT. It serves architects, contractors, developers, and facility owners across sectors including healthcare, education, government, hospitality, and industrial facilities.
