Area Manager - New Installation

Schindler; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Schindler in Mumbai seeks an Area Manager to oversee field operations for new installation projects, driving safe, timely, high-quality executions.

The role requires 5+ years in elevator/manufacturing sectors with strong project management and leadership abilities. It involves coordinating resources, guiding teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while maintaining customer relationships and business growth.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma Engineer in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics.
• At least 5 years in elevator or manufacturing industry with project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site installation and modernization activities, ensuring schedules, quality and safety compliance.
• Coordinate and manage installation resources, delegating tasks to fitters for precise assembly of electrical and mechanical components.
• Provide technical guidance to field teams and resolve issues to maintain project continuity and quality.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with policies, safety procedures and high-quality standards.
• Maintain and submit installation documentation including project plans, inspection reports and compliance records.
• Communicate with contractors, suppliers and engineering teams to align on project requirements and deliverables, and nurture customer relationships.
• Lead and mentor installation teams, fostering safety, quality and continuous improvement while addressing performance issues.

Skills

Business Acumen

Technical and commercial business know

Project management skills

Safety Orientation

Education

Degree/Diploma Engineer (Mechanical / Electrical/ Electronics)

Job description

Area Manager - New Installation

Your main responsibilities

The primary purpose of the role is to oversee the field operations of new installations projects, ensuring high-quality execution and adherence to timelines and safety standards.

Role Responsibilities :-

• Oversee the on-site installation and modernization activities, ensuring all projects adhere to established schedules, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Coordinate and manage installation resources, delegating tasks to Fitters for the precise assembly of electrical and mechanical components incl. financial steering.
• Provide technical guidance to field teams, resolving any issues that arise during installations to maintain project continuity and quality.
• Conduct regular inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with operational policies, safety procedures, and high-quality standards.
• Ensure all installation documentation, including project plans, inspection reports, and compliance records, are accurately maintained and submitted in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate closely with contractors, suppliers, and engineering teams to ensure alignment on project requirements and deliverables and maintain sustainable customer relationships and push supplementary sales.
• Lead and mentor installation teams, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement while addressing any team or individual performance issues.

What you bring

Qualification: Degree/Diploma Engineer (Mechanical / Electrical/ Electronics) Professional Experience :

At least 5 years in elevator or manufacturing industry with excellent project management and people skills.

Skills / Competencies :

• Business Acumen
• Technical and commercial business know-how
• Project management skills
• Safety Orientation

Whats in it for you

• Join our purpose-driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day.
• Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career.
• Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives, we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued.