What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - New Installations position at Schindler?
Location: Washington, DC NI MOD, DC, United States
Job ID: 84145
We Elevate... Quality of urban life
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
Join us as a
Project Manager - New Installations
Your main responsibilities
- Oversee new installation projects to ensure efficient, profitable close-out
- Provide approved submittals and ensure timely delivery of materials from vendors
- Collaborate with the Field Superintendents to monitor job progress and address potential delays with action plans
- Partner with Engineering and local & regional management for successful completion of the project
- Maintain vendor relationships and assist with monthly forecasting and budget planning
- Identify change notice opportunities, prepare paperwork, and secure customer approvals before work begins
- Monitor job financial performance, track invoice collections, bad debt and process progress payments.
- Facilitate with project scope, prepare change order paperwork, and track changes in SAP to ensure proper documentation.
- Ensure projects are invoiced and achieve 90% - 95% payment before elevator turnover (dependent on contratual agreement).
- Establish and maintain critical customer relationships to support project success.
- Submit certified payroll, including tracking worker hours, wages, and fringe benefits in accordance with prevailing wage laws
- Ensure compliance with customer and Schindler requirements for quality, performance, and passenger safety
What you bring
- Bachelor's Degree: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management or Finance with at least 3 - 7 years of proven project management experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
- Experience in the construction, elevator or related building systems industry
- Familiarity with SAP, Lotus Notes, and project management software like Procore
- Ability to read schematics and blueprints
- Strong financial acumen
What’s in it for you?
- Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
- Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
- 3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
- Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
- Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
- A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.
We Elevate… Your Career
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.
Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Our Core Values:
- Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards for all.
- Integrity and Trust: Foster honest, ethical relationships.
- Create Value for the Customer: Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.
- Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.
- Commitment to People Development: Nurture our people, they are the heart of our success.
Discover more on our career website.
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