Lead Project Manager-Division

# Lead Project Manager-Division 10

Houston - Houston, TX 77038## Description
** Company Overview
** For over 40 years, Himmel’s Architectural Door and Hardware has provided quality products and services in the commercial door and architectural specialties industry. Himmel’s is a growing organization with locations in New Orleans, Prairieville, Houston, Dallas area, and Nashville area. We pride ourselves as the door opening experts, not simply a construction material supplier. We are currently seeking a Division 10 Lead Project Manager to join our team in
** Houston, TX**!
** What You’ll Do
** Lead & Grow the Department
* Take charge as the day-to-day leader for Division 10 in Texas, setting priorities, standards, and pace.
* Scale estimating, project management, submittals, procurement, and closeout using our standard processes to support continued growth.
* Identify and pursue Division 10 opportunities across the Texas market—deepen relationships with existing Himmel’s GC and architect customers and open new doors.
* Partner with the Business Unit Manager in Houston to align Division 10 growth with overall branch strategy.
* Grow the department to train and mentor future project coordinators, estimators, and installers.
** Project Management
*** Manage Division 10 projects from bid through closeout: toilet partitions, restroom accessories, lockers, wall and corner protection, signage, fire protection specialties, visual display products, and related architectural specialties.
* Review plans, specifications, and scope documents; prepare and review takeoffs and estimates; assist with competitive, accurate bids.
* Produce and manage submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, change orders, and closeout packages, on time and accurately.
* Coordinate procurement with manufacturers and vendors; negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery windows.
* Own project schedules, budgets, and profitability; own the financial outcome of your projects.
* Coordinate installation with field teams, subcontractors, and general contractors; conduct site walks and punch-list resolution as needed.
* Ensure compliance with project specifications, ADA/TAS accessibility standards, and applicable codes.
** Customer & Market Development
*** Serve as the Division 10 point of contact for general contractors, architects, and owners in the Houston market.
* Build strong long-term relationships—Himmel’s wins on service, and Division 10 will too.
* Collaborate with Himmel’s marketing and sales teams to position Division 10 offerings, share market intelligence, and support targeted outreach.
* Represent Himmel’s at project meetings, industry events, and customer visits that raise Himmel’s Division 10 profile.
** What We’re Looking For
**** Required
* ** 5+ years of project management experience in commercial construction, with direct Division 10 (Specialties) experience—partitions, accessories, lockers, signage, wall protection, fire protection specialties, or related product lines.
* Strong understanding of commercial construction workflow: plan reading, specifications, submittals, RFIs, change orders, procurement, scheduling, and closeout.
* Proven track record of managing multiple projects at once and hitting budget, schedule, and quality targets.
* A builder mindset—someone who will take initiative, own outcomes, and set the bar for the team.
* Excellent communication and relationship skills with GCs, architects, vendors, and internal teams.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office and construction/ERP software; comfortable adopting new tools (Comsense, Smartsheet, SharePoint, etc.).
* Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel across the Texas market as projects require.
** Preferred
* ** Prior experience running a Division 10 business or department.
* Established network of Texas-based GC, architect, and owner contacts.
* Familiarity with ADA and Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) requirements.
* Sales or estimating experience with Division 10 product lines.
* Supervisory or team-lead experience—ready to grow into managing a department.
* Bilingual English/Spanish fluency (a plus for the Texas market).
** Job Type: Full-time
**** Benefits:
*** 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
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* Schedule:

*** Monday to Friday
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* Work Location:

In person*
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