Welcome to the Careers page of Slayden Door and Hardware! We are a leading provider of commercial doors and hardware, serving customers in the Mid-South for over 38 years. As we continue to grow, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team. If you are passionate about the construction industry and enjoy working with a team in order to deliver quality products and services, then we encourage you to explore our current job openings and apply today.
Current Job Openings:
What You’ll Do
As the Senior Project Manager, you’ll be at the heart of daily operations – managing commercial door and hardware projects with confidence, precision, and a customer-first mindset. You’ll coordinate closely with contractors and customers, manage budgets and timelines, and ensure seamless delivery and installations of door and hardware systems using advanced tools such as VT Online and Comsense.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead project planning, quoting, phasing, and full-cycle execution
- Serve as the main point of contact for clients, general contractors, architects, and internal teams
- Organize and coordinate door and hardware schedules and delivery logistics
- Review project documentation and sales sheets to confirm quantities, pricing, and specifications
- Produce accurate shop drawings and schedules using Comsense and VT Online software
- Analyze blueprints and specs to ensure compliance with UL, ADA, and life safety codes
- Solve technical and logistical challenges in real time
- Lead all phases of the project lifecycle – from initial client engagement through close-out including:
- Conducting site walks and client consultations
- Developing detailed scopes of work and construction strategies
- Creating and presenting accurate estimates for client approval
- Sourcing and ordering materials
- Issuing RFIs and RFPs to subcontractors
- Preparing comprehensive bid submittals and overseeing final ordering
- Managing detailed project scheduling and daily oversight
- Coordinating subcontractor activities and job site operations
- Administering change orders and managing project documentation
- Handling invoicing and ensuring timely payment
- Executing project close-out procedures and final client handoff
- Work together with contractors during the bid process to secure new work
- Review scopes of work and construction plans to develop accurate takeoffs and cost estimates
- Collaborate with and mentor Project Engineers, reviewing their work as needed
- Contribute to cross-trained, collaborative team culture with a focus on continuous improvement
- Uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, communication, and client satisfaction
What You Bring
- Minimum of 5 years experience in the door and hardware industry, project management, estimating and detailing Division 8 commercial ground up projects
- Ability to read blueprints and perform takeoffs with technical accuracy
- Strong grasp of commercial codes (UL, ADA, life safety, etc…)
- Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills
- Attention to detail with a solutions-first mindset and ability to thrive under pressure
- High school diploma or equivalent (Associate or Bachelor’s Degree a plus)
- Must be able to lift 15 lbs and work at a computer for extended periods of time
Why Join Us
- Career Growth & Advancement
- We invest in our people. You’ll have opportunities to cross-train, grow into leadership roles, and build a long-term future with a company that’s committed to your development.
- Competitive Pay and Perks
- Competitive base salary
- Performance based bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Robust Benefits Package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (excellent PPO plan, company-portion paid)
- $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance
- HSA (Health Savings Account)
- Supplemental insurance options
- Employee referral program
- Supportive Work Environment
- We are a tight-knit team that values collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement. You’ll be surrounded by professionals who care about their work and helping each other succeed.
*Slayden Door & Hardware provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
*The employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by the ADA, who has made the company aware of the disability, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the company.
Slayden Door & Hardware participates in the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Program. As a condition of employment, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer will be required to undergo drug and/or alcohol testing. In addition, employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing under circumstances permitted by law, including, but not limited to: reasonable suspicion, post-accident, fitness for duty, and follow up testing. Participation in the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program helps us provide a safe and productive work environment for all employees. Refusal to submit to required testing, or a positive confirmed test result, may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
What You’ll Do:
The Project Manager position is responsible for coordinating projects with customers including material phasing, pre-installation and delivery. This position requires an individual to have a detailed quality oriented mind in order to coordinate with contractors / customers, ultimately meeting the company’s production and quality goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze contractor/customer needs in order to create a quote.
- Direct and coordinate all project activities in order to ensure deadlines are met on time and within budget.
- Effectively communicate with the contractor/customer throughout the entire project.
- Knowledge of technical aspects of the business in order to resolve any problems with the project.
- If assigned a Project Engineer, then all Project Engineer’s work must be reviewed and approved.
- Ability to work efficiently and independently while also demonstrating a willingness to work within a team environment
- Willingness to cross train and perform the work of other job tasks in addition to the primary assigned position.
What You Bring:
- Ability to read blueprints and perform takeoffs with technical accuracy
- Strong grasp of commercial codes (UL, ADA, life safety, etc…)
- Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills
- Attention to detail with a solutions-first mindset and ability to thrive under pressure
- High school diploma or equivalent (Associate or Bachelor’s Degree a plus)
- Must be able to lift 15 lbs and work at a computer for extended periods of time
Why Join Us
- Career Growth & Advancement
- We invest in our people. You’ll have opportunities to cross-train, grow into leadership roles, and build a long-term future with a company that’s committed to your development.
- Competitive Pay and Perks
- Competitive base salary
- Performance based bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Robust Benefits Package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (excellent PPO plan, company-portion paid)
- $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance
- HSA (Health Savings Account)
- Supplemental insurance options
- Employee referral program
- Supportive Work Environment
- We are a tight-knit team that values collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement. You’ll be surrounded by professionals who care about their work and helping each other succeed.
*Slayden Door & Hardware provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
*The employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by the ADA, who has made the company aware of the disability, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the company.
Slayden Door & Hardware participates in the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Program. As a condition of employment, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer will be required to undergo drug and/or alcohol testing. In addition, employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing under circumstances permitted by law, including, but not limited to: reasonable suspicion, post-accident, fitness for duty, and follow up testing. Participation in the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program helps us provide a safe and productive work environment for all employees. Refusal to submit to required testing, or a positive confirmed test result, may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
- Project Coordination – Assist Project Managers in planning, organizing, and executing construction projects from start to finish.
- Stakeholder Communication – Serve as a liaison between contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to keep projects on track.
- Document Management – Prepare, review, and maintain project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, and contracts ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
- Change Order Processing – Track and process change orders, ensuring approvals and clear communication with all parties.
- Scheduling & Budget Tracking – Help develop project schedules and monitor budgets, identifying variances and providing updates as needed.
- Material & Equipment Sourcing – Work with vendors to procure necessary materials and resolve any supply chain challenges.
- Quality & Compliance – Ensure projects meet safety standards, building codes, and company policies.
- Strong Organizational & Multitasking Skills – Ability to juggle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Excellent Communication Skills – Clear, professional interaction with clients and team members.
- A Drive to Succeed – Eager to take ownership of tasks and grow within the company.
- Attention to Detail – Ensuring project accuracy and compliance.
- A Willingness to Learn – No prior experience in Doors & Hardware? We’ll train you!
- Experience in reading blueprints & specifications (preferred, but we’re willing to train the right candidate).
- Experience with estimating, procurement, or material take-offs (preferred).
Why Join Us
- Career Growth & Advancement
- We invest in our people. You’ll have opportunities to cross-train, grow into leadership roles, and build a long-term future with a company that’s committed to your development.
- Competitive Pay and Perks
- Competitive base salary
- Performance based bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Robust Benefits Package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (excellent PPO plan, company-portion paid)
- $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance
- HSA (Health Savings Account)
- Supplemental insurance options
- Employee referral program
- Supportive Work Environment
- We are a tight-knit team that values collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement. You’ll be surrounded by professionals who care about their work and helping each other succeed.
*Slayden Door & Hardware provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
*The employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by the ADA, who has made the company aware of the disability, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the company.
Slayden Door & Hardware participates in the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Program. As a condition of employment, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer will be required to undergo drug and/or alcohol testing. In addition, employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing under circumstances permitted by law, including, but not limited to: reasonable suspicion, post-accident, fitness for duty, and follow up testing. Participation in the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program helps us provide a safe and productive work environment for all employees. Refusal to submit to required testing, or a positive confirmed test result, may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
What You’ll Do
As our Detailer you will be responsible for the detailing of project in preparation for submittals and shop drawings for hollow metal, wood doors and Division 8 related finish hardware.
Key Responsibilities:
● Prepare all Detailing/Submittals for All Project Managers within SDH.
● Review internal sales instructions and contract documents to understand scope of work and contractual obligations.
● Ensure all specs written are designed with the appropriate solutions for the facility and the specific functions of the end user.
● Ensure all specifications meet relevant building codes and local codes that are applicable to the project.
● Analyze project contract documents for doors, frames and hardware for any errors or options that can affect the project prior to sending the job out for approval.
● Review sales sheets and job requirements as sold by the Estimating Department and address any variances between detailed and estimated costs.
● Coordination with Project Managers, as required, to clarify project details in order to provide accurate submittal and product purchasing details.
● Prepare required drawings for elevations and corresponding sections as necessary using company issued software.
● Review project quotes and pricing during submittal process to confirm accuracy and most profitable resource available.
What You Bring:
● AHC Certification preferred
● 8+ years experience in the commercial door and hardware industry preferred.
●Experience in blueprint/plan reading; Specification interpretation
● Comsense Opening Suites experience preferred
● Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
● Excellent computer skills
● Attention to detail
● Advanced mathematical skills
● Time management skills
Why Join Us
- Career Growth & Advancement
- We invest in our people. You’ll have opportunities to cross-train, grow into leadership roles, and build a long-term future with a company that’s committed to your development.
- Competitive Pay and Perks
- Competitive base salary
- Performance based bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Robust Benefits Package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (excellent PPO plan, company-portion paid)
- $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance
- HSA (Health Savings Account)
- Supplemental insurance options
- Employee referral program
- Supportive Work Environment
- We are a tight-knit team that values collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement. You’ll be surrounded by professionals who care about their work and helping each other succeed.
*Slayden Door & Hardware provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
*The employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by the ADA, who has made the company aware of the disability, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the company.
Slayden Door & Hardware participates in the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Program. As a condition of employment, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer will be required to undergo drug and/or alcohol testing. In addition, employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing under circumstances permitted by law, including, but not limited to: reasonable suspicion, post-accident, fitness for duty, and follow up testing. Participation in the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program helps us provide a safe and productive work environment for all employees. Refusal to submit to required testing, or a positive confirmed test result, may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
What You’ll Do:
The Estimator position is responsible for reviewing data in order to determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists. This position requires an individual to have a detailed quality oriented mind in order to coordinate with contractors / customers, ultimately meeting the company’s production and quality goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Compute cost factors, margins, and prepare estimates used for purposes such as planning, organizing and scheduling
- Identify material cost trends to assist in cost reduction and process improvement
- Ability to stay up to date with Market and competitor trends resulting in more accurate pricing
- Coordinate with contractors/customers regarding estimates and scope of work
- Ability to come in early or work late depending on the customer’s needs.
- Ability to work efficiently and independently while also demonstrating a willingness to work within a team environment
- Willingness to cross train and perform the work of other job tasks in addition to the primary assigned position.
What You Bring:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Attention to detail
- Good communication skills
- Good customer service skills
- Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
- Ability to solve practical problems
- Computer literate
- Ability to meet deadlines
Why Join Us
- Career Growth & Advancement
- We invest in our people. You’ll have opportunities to cross-train, grow into leadership roles, and build a long-term future with a company that’s committed to your development.
- Competitive Pay and Perks
- Competitive base salary
- Performance based bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Robust Benefits Package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (excellent PPO plan, company-portion paid)
- $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance
- HSA (Health Savings Account)
- Supplemental insurance options
- Employee referral program
- Supportive Work Environment
- We are a tight-knit team that values collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement. You’ll be surrounded by professionals who care about their work and helping each other succeed.
*Slayden Door & Hardware provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
*The employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by the ADA, who has made the company aware of the disability, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the company.
Slayden Door & Hardware participates in the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Program. As a condition of employment, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer will be required to undergo drug and/or alcohol testing. In addition, employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing under circumstances permitted by law, including, but not limited to: reasonable suspicion, post-accident, fitness for duty, and follow up testing. Participation in the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program helps us provide a safe and productive work environment for all employees. Refusal to submit to required testing, or a positive confirmed test result, may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
We are not currently hiring for this position, but feel free to visit our careers page regularly for job posting updates. Thank you.
We are not currently hiring for this position, but feel free to visit our careers page regularly for job posting updates. Thank you.
What You’ll Do
As a Skilled Carpenter, you will play a hands-on role on our wood door shop fabricating commercial wood doors from start to finish – measuring, cutting, and inspecting each door to meet Slayden’s quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines or power tools.
- Read and interpret shop drawings, templates, and blueprints
- Prep doors for hardware application – sanding, trimming, and smoothing surfaces to spec
- Perform quality checks on finished products
- Ability to work efficiently and independently while also demonstrating a willingness to work within a team environment
- Maintain a clean and organized shop environment
- Follow safety protocols and OSHA standards
What You Bring
- Attention to detail
- 3+ years commercial carpentry experience
- Wood door experience preferred
- Good communication skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to lift 75 pounds at a time
- Prolonged periods of lifting, reaching bending, twisting and standing
- Work environment has moderate noise levels
- Typical environment in warehouse
- Must be able to perform the essential job duties with or without accommodation.
Why Join Us
- Career Growth & Advancement
- We invest in our people. You’ll have opportunities to cross-train, grow into leadership roles, and build a long-term future with a company that’s committed to your development.
- Competitive Pay and Perks
- Competitive base salary
- Performance based bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Robust Benefits Package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (excellent PPO plan, company-portion paid)
- $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance
- HSA (Health Savings Account)
- Supplemental insurance options
- Employee referral program
- Supportive Work Environment
- We are a tight-knit team that values collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement. You’ll be surrounded by professionals who care about their work and helping each other succeed.
*Slayden Door & Hardware provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
*The employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by the ADA, who has made the company aware of the disability, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the company.
Slayden Door & Hardware participates in the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Program. As a condition of employment, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer will be required to undergo drug and/or alcohol testing. In addition, employees may be subject to drug and alchol testing under circumstances permitted by law, including, but not limited to: reasonable suspicion, post-accident, fitness for duty, and follow up testing. Participation in the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program helps us provide a safe and productive work environment for all employees. Refusal to submit to required testing, or a positive confirmed test result, may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Slayden Door & Hardware, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at (615) 831-0061 or email [email protected].