Apogee
Architectural framing, glass, and services provider
Project Manager
More locations: Monett, MO, USA
Occasional travel to other sites, corporate offices, or project sites is required, less than 25%.
About the job
- An associate degree and/or five or more years of project management experience is required.
- Resolve client concerns.
- Demonstrate customer service, time management, negotiation, conflict management, and problem-solving skills.
- Have thorough knowledge of enterprise resource planning software.
- Use Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams, with high emphasis on Excel.
- Communicate accurate, objective, and fact-based information verbally and in writing, and actively listen.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Develop project-specific timelines showing milestones needed to meet client expectations.
- Develop project-specific tasks, including plans to eliminate potential risks.
- Read shop and fabrication drawings.
- Understand product testing and performance requirements.
- Work in both office and manufacturing environments.
- Lift up to 10 pounds.
- Manage assigned projects from pre-award through the full life cycle, execute scope commitments, complete post-award activities, and provide timely verbal and written client-service communication to stakeholders.
- Prioritize client needs, understand client preferences, and provide a personalized client experience.
- Actively listen, resolve client problems by taking ownership, and follow up through completion.
- Understand client and project needs and explain required solutions.
- Create meaningful interactions that solve problems, build trust, and develop lasting client relationships.
- Provide concise and actionable information to internal and external clients.
- Proactively contact clients about issues such as backorders, schedule changes, and upcoming approvals.
- Review purchase orders against estimates to ensure all information is executable and accurate.
- Coordinate and track requests for information to maintain complete and accurate project information.
- Coordinate and track project-scope alternates through change orders to ensure materials and services are billable and collectable.
- Coordinate completion of all Architectural Metals order-processing milestones to ensure orders are completed on time.
- Produce and understand schedules of values as required.
- Assist manufacturing and shipping as needed.
- Provide verbal or written correspondence to clients regarding schedule revisions and backorders.
- Develop material and delivery sequences when required to meet client expectations.
- Maintain order files according to established guidelines and naming structures.
- Follow Architectural Metals processes and procedures to comply with established company policies.
- Travel occasionally to other sites, corporate locations, or project sites, less than 25%.
- Five or more years of industry experience is preferred.
- Experience managing projects in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Continuous Improvement training is a plus.
- Commercial Construction experience is a plus.
About the company
Apogee Enterprises provides architectural products and services for building envelopes, including glass and acrylic products for protection and enhanced viewing. It has four segments: Architectural Framing Systems (aluminum window, curtainwall, storefront and entrance systems), Architectural Glass (high-performance coated glass), Architectural Services (installation of glass and aluminum window and wall systems), and Large-Scale Optical Technologies (LSO) (glass and acrylic products for picture framing, art, and engineered optics). The company serves commercial construction—offices, multi-family, healthcare, and institutional buildings—by offering a complete package from design and engineering to fabrication and installation. Its goal is to be a single-source provider for building envelopes, delivering integrated products and services across design, fabrication, and installation.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Founded
1949
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 26, 2026 Q1 revenue reached $342.7 million; operating margin improved to 5.5%.
- GroGlass should add about $30 million revenue and 25% EBITDA margin in fiscal 2027.
- Apogee's leverage was 1.3x on May 30, 2026, giving room for acquisitions and buybacks.
What critics are saying
- Architectural Glass and Metals posted lower volume in June 2026, pressuring core demand.
- Project Fortify 2 savings depend on execution; margin gains vanish if volume weakens again.
- GroGlass closing by November 2026 adds integration risk, and a miss wastes cash and management focus.
What makes Apogee unique
- Apogee pairs engineered window systems with installation, locking in specification and execution control.
- GroGlass adds anti-reflective coatings and materials science, expanding Apogee beyond commodity architectural glass.
- Kalwall and UW Solutions broaden Performance Surfaces into differentiated light-transmitting and high-performance materials.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Annual Bonus Program
Long Term Care Insurance
Company News
Apogee Enterprises has appointed Julie K. Streich to its Board of Directors as an independent director, effective 11 September. She will also join the Board's Audit Committee. Streich brings extensive financial and operational experience. She served as Chief Financial Officer of Barnes Group from 2021 until March 2026 and briefly as Interim CEO in 2022. She previously held senior finance roles at Centrica and Direct Energy. Since 2023, Streich has served on Schneider National's Board, where she chairs the Audit Committee. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Ripon College and an MBA from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Apogee provides architectural building products and high-performance coated materials.
Apogee Enterprises to acquire GroGlass. Date: 11 September 2026 Apogee Enterprises is set to acquire GroGlass, strengthening its high-performance coatings portfolio and expanding its global capabilities in advanced glass solutions. Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: APOG), a leading provider of architectural building products and services, as well as high-performance coated materials used in a variety of applications, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SIA "GroGlass" ("Groglass") for up to €62.5 million (approximately $72.5 million at current exchange rates) on a cash-free, debt-free basis, subject to customary closing conditions. The purchase price includes up to €10 million (approximately $11.6 million at current exchange rates) payable over 3 years dependent upon Groglass achieving certain financial targets. The transaction is expected to close during the Company's fiscal 2027 third quarter. Groglass, located in Riga, Latvia, is a leading provider of high-performance glass surface solutions, specializing in anti-reflective and other advanced coatings used in display, architectural, and technical applications. Groglass' portfolio includes premium brands recognized for superior optical clarity and durability, serving customers across global end markets such as museums, electronics, and architectural design. With a strong foundation in materials science and coating technologies, Groglass combines innovation, quality, and long-standing customer relationships to deliver differentiated solutions. "The addition of Groglass will strengthen our position in attractive end markets by bringing differentiated coating technologies and deep materials science expertise," said Apogee Executive Chair and CEO Don Nolan. "Groglass is a natural complement to our Performance Surfaces segment, expanding our capabilities, broadening our market reach, and enhancing how we serve customers with advanced, high-performance solutions. This acquisition adds a business with attractive growth and margin characteristics while creating additional opportunities for innovation, customer value, and long-term shareholder returns." The Company plans to integrate Groglass into its Performance Surfaces Segment. Groglass will enhance the segment's coatings and materials science capabilities while expanding its product offerings and geographic reach to further strengthen Apogee's long-term growth and profitability profile. The acquisition is expected to contribute approximately $30 million of revenue in the first twelve months at an adjusted EBITDA margin of approximately 25%. The integration plan has identified at least $4 million of annualized cost synergies and operating improvement opportunities expected to be realized within three years. The acquisition will be financed using cash on hand and the Company's existing credit facility. Dorsey & Whitney LLP and Ellex Klavins served as legal counsel to Apogee. The Company will provide further details on the strategic and financial aspects of the transaction during its second quarter fiscal 2027 earnings conference call. Apogee Enterprises continues to strengthen its architectural building products portfolio with the successful acquisition of Kalwall Companies. The acquisition strengthens Certerra's building envelope expertise and enhances its testing, inspection, and certification capabilities across one of the United States' most demanding construction markets. Forterro announces the acquisition of Klaes, strengthening its presence in the European windows, doors, and façades software market.
US-based Apogee Enterprises to acquire Latvian company Groglass. Latvian high-tech company Groglass, which develops and manufactures innovative anti-reflective glass coatings, is set to become part of US-based Apogee Enterprises, strengthening its global position in glass coating technologies. Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: APOG), a global leader in innovative coating materials and a leading provider of architectural and building products and services, has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Latvian company Groglass. The transaction is valued at €62.5 million, including €10 million in additional consideration payable if Groglass achieves certain financial targets over a three-year period. Apogee is headquartered in the United States and is a publicly traded company. Based in Riga, Groglass is a European leader in anti-reflective and UV-protective glass coatings. Its innovative glass solutions are widely used in museums, electronics, architecture and other applications around the world. The company employs 190 people and combines strong research and development (R&D) capabilities with advanced manufacturing and export expertise. Groglass' product portfolio includes premium brands such as Artglass, known for exceptional optical clarity and durability. "The addition of Groglass strengthens our position in key global markets by complementing Apogee's capabilities with unique glass coating technologies and strong R&D expertise. This will enable us to expand into new markets and provide customers with even more advanced solutions," says Don Nolan, President and CEO of Apogee Enterprises. Riga to remain a strategic hub for innovation and manufacturing. The transaction will also support continued investment in innovation, people and manufacturing operations in Riga. Groglass is expected to remain an important R&D and manufacturing hub within the Apogee group. "Joining Apogee gives Groglass the opportunity to become part of a financially strong, publicly traded company with a long-standing track record of investment, innovation, operational excellence and people development. As part of Apogee, Groglass will gain access to additional resources, expertise and global opportunities that will accelerate the company's growth," says Sergejs Kostjučenko, CEO of Groglass. "More than 20 years ago, I began this journey with the belief that it was possible to build a high-value manufacturing business in Latvia focused on exports. This was made possible by Latvia's strong scientific foundation. On this basis, Groglass was built. At Apogee, we have found a partner that wants to continue developing this scientific and manufacturing foundation in Latvia together with our people and technologies. This transaction demonstrates that by bringing science, technology development and manufacturing together, it is possible to build a world-class technology and manufacturing company in Latvia," says Sasha Kelberg, Founder of Groglass. By combining the knowledge, experience and technological expertise of both companies, the partnership will support the development of new solutions for the protection and preservation of works of art and cultural heritage, as well as other specialized glass surface products for customers worldwide across the architecture and electronics sectors. The sellers were advised by leading financial advisor Oaklins, which also approached potential buyers and led the negotiations. Law firm COBALT provided legal counsel. The transaction is expected to close by November 2026.
Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: APOG), a leading provider of architectural building products and services, as well as high-performance coated materials used
Apogee names Pineda South regional sales manager. Apogee Architectural Metals names Albert Pineda to lead sales and market development in six states. September 3, 2026 Apogee Architectural Metals has named Albert Pineda regional sales manager for the company's South Region. Based in Houston, Pineda will oversee sales and market development efforts across Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Nebraska, Kansas and Missouri. In his new role, Pineda will support customers and sales representatives throughout the region across Apogee Architectural Metals' EFCO, Tubelite and Wausau Window product brands. Looking for a reprint of this article? From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today! Heather West specializes in writing stories about architectural, interior and building products and service providers. She is president of Heather West Public Relations and can be reached at [email protected]. JOIN TODAY To unlock your recommendations. Already have an account? Sign In