Door Division Manager

Division 8 – Door Division Manager

Location: Chicago, IL
Reports To: Operations Manager / Branch Manager
Software: Comsense (required)

Position Overview

The Door Division Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the Division 8 door, frame, and hardware operation. This role requires a hands-on leader who can actively manage projects, support estimating and detailing, and drive accountability across the team. The ideal candidate has deep Division 8 experience, strong working knowledge of Comsense, and the ability to balance leadership with direct involvement in day-to-day execution.

This is not a desk-only management role. The successful candidate will be in the work, coaching the team, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring projects move efficiently from bid to closeout.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the door division including estimating, detailing, project management, procurement, and scheduling

• Serve as the point person for complex or high-risk projects

• Ensure consistent processes, standards, and documentation across all Division 8 projects

Hands-On Project Support

• Actively work in Comsense reviewing estimates, takeoffs, submittals, schedules, and change orders

• Step in as needed to support estimating, detailing, or project management during peak workload periods

• Assist with job setup, budgeting, cost tracking, and closeout

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop estimators, project managers, and detailers

• Set clear expectations, performance metrics, and accountability

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training of Division 8 staff

• Foster a culture of ownership, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Process & Systems

• Own Division 8 workflows within Comsense and related systems

• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements

• Ensure accurate job costing, forecasting, and reporting

• Maintain strong coordination between sales, operations, and accounting

Client & Vendor Coordination

• Support key client relationships and assist with issue resolution

• Coordinate with manufacturers, vendors, and suppliers to ensure timely material flow

• Handle escalations related to scope, schedule, or pricing

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 8+ years of Division 8 (Doors, Frames & Hardware) experience

• Prior leadership experience managing estimators, PMs, and/or detailers

• Strong hands-on experience using Comsense

• Background in estimating, project management, or detailing within DFH

• Strong understanding of commercial construction workflows and schedules

• Ability to lead while remaining actively involved in production work

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing a full Division 8 department or P&L

• Knowledge of healthcare, education, or large commercial projects

• Experience standardizing processes or scaling operations

• Strong communication skills with internal teams and external partners

Why This Role

• Leadership role with real influence on operations and team success

• Hands-on environment for leaders who still enjoy being in the work

• Stable platform with opportunity to improve processes and grow the division

• Competitive compensation and benefits package