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Foundation Building Materials

Leading specialty building materials distributor

Project Manager

Full-TimeDeadline 8/10/27
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Lenexa, KS, USA
In Person
Project & Program ManagementProject Management

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Prior project management and technical experience in construction, doors, frames, or hardware industry is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles, specifications, and industry standards.
  • Experience with business development concepts is a plus.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong attention to detail and quality orientation.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Advanced problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant engineering or software tools.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and oversight of hardware schedules, ensuring alignment with project specifications, timelines, and contractual requirements.
  • Direct and review the preparation of shop drawings for wood doors and hollow metal systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with design intent.
  • Oversee interpretation of architectural specifications related to doors, frames, and hardware, providing guidance to internal teams and stakeholders.
  • Provide strategic input on project budgets, billing, and cost control, making discretionary decisions to support financial performance.
  • Train, mentor, and support Assistant Project Managers assigned to projects.
  • Provide technical oversight into the interpretation of architectural drawings, ensuring accurate identification of doors, frames, hardware requirements, and related specifications.
  • Review and approve submittals and manage change order processes, ensuring alignment with project scope and profitability objectives.
  • Monitor and ensure alignment of engineering and production activities with project scope, timelines, and quality standards.
  • Partner closely with Engineering and Operations teams to maintain schedules and implement revisions.
  • Provide support for manufacturing-related issues as needed.
  • Keep management informed of project status, risks, and key issues.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for customers, contractors, and vendors.
  • Respond to technical and non-technical inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and ensure materials meet project specifications.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support Project Management and corporate objectives.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior project management and technical experience in construction, doors, frames, or hardware industry.
  • Experience with business development concepts.

About the company

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Foundation Building Materials

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Foundation Building Materials distributes specialty building materials to construction projects across North America through 370+ locations and brands like RIS, PacSource, and Unified Door and Hardware Group. It sources and distributes gypsum wallboard, suspended ceilings, metal framing, insulation, and related products via local branches and brand platforms that simplify purchasing and provide project support. The company differentiates itself with a wide geographic footprint, a diversified brand portfolio, and a strong emphasis on service and community, focusing on relationships as much as transactions. Its goal is to help customers complete projects efficiently by delivering quality materials and expert guidance through a broad, relationship-focused distribution network.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tustin, California

Founded

2011

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Lowe's completed FBM acquisition on October 9, 2025, accelerating Pro spend capture.
  • Pilots combining Lowe's, ADG, and FBM started in 2026 for builders.
  • FBM exposure to data centers, hotels, and universities boosts demand beyond housing cycles.

What critics are saying

  • Lowe's said 2026 integration may dilute margins before synergies arrive.
  • Leveraged acquisition debt pressures FBM's autonomy until Lowe's deleverages by 2027.
  • Home Depot, GMS, and specialty distributors can undercut pricing on commercial jobs.

What makes Foundation Building Materials unique

  • Over 370 FBM locations give Lowe's dense Pro distribution across U.S. and Canada.
  • FBM specializes in drywall, metal framing, ceilings, doors, insulation, and hardware.
  • Ruben Mendoza's team stays, preserving trade relationships built since FBM's 2011 founding.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Legal Services

Critical illness

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

22%

1 year growth

22%

2 year growth

22%
KFGO
Aug 20th, 2025
Lowe’s acquires Foundation Building Materials for $8.8B

Lowe’s has agreed to acquire Foundation Building Materials for $8.8 billion to enhance its contractor business. This move is part of Lowe’s strategy to expand in the professional builder market, alongside its recent $1.33 billion acquisition of Artisan Design. The company raised its annual sales forecast to $84.5 billion-$85.5 billion, up from $83.5 billion-$84.5 billion, after exceeding second-quarter profit estimates with earnings of $4.33 per share.

PR Newswire
Aug 20th, 2025
Foundation Building Materials, Building Products Distribution Company Owned By American Securities and CD&R, To Be Sold To Lowe's In $8.8 Billion Transaction

/PRNewswire/ -- American Securities LLC ("American Securities") and CD&R today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement to sell Foundation...

StockTitan
Aug 20th, 2025
Lowe's Acquires FBM for $8.8 Billion

American Securities and CD&R have agreed to sell Foundation Building Materials (FBM) to Lowe's for $8.8 billion. FBM, a leading distributor of interior building products in North America, has grown significantly under its current ownership, achieving 27% annual revenue growth and 31% annual EBITDA growth. The company operates over 370 locations in the U.S. and Canada, serving 40,000 professional customers.

Citybiz
Sep 3rd, 2024
Dunes Point Capital Announces the Sale of Unified Door & Hardware Group to Foundation Building Materials

Dunes Point Capital, LP has sold Unified Door and Hardware Group, LLC to Foundation Building Materials, LLC. Located in Pennsauken, NJ,... Read More

FBM Sales
Jan 3rd, 2024
FBM Acquires Stucco Master in Monroe, OH - Foundation Building Materials - Construction Materials

Hello FBM Family, I am pleased to announce that FBM has completed the acquisition of Stucco Master Supply, LLC. in Monroe, Ohio. Stucco Master Supply was started in 2018 by Mike Gibbs. Mr. Gibbs has well over 20 years of EIFS and stucco experience and in 6 short years, built Stucco Master Supply into a […]