Elevator Project Manager — Field Operations Lead

Schindler Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully vested 401k

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Leadership development

Job summary

Schindler Group in Kansas City is seeking a results-oriented Manager to lead installation and modernization projects. You will coordinate with sales, engineering, and field teams to meet specifications, deadlines, and budgets while building strong customer relationships.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, timely invoicing, and development through Schindler’s programs. A BS/AS degree and 5 years in a related field are preferred.

Qualifications

• BS/AS degree preferred in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management or Finance with prior project management experience.
• Minimum 5 year’s experience in either the elevator industry or in a related building systems industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office & Excel.

Responsibilities

• Follow and accurately manage new installation/modernization projects to ensure that projects close-out at the required efficiency and profitability levels.
• Review and book projects within one (1) week of award, notifying the Manager if required completion dates cannot be met, and providing action plan and time frame for completion.
• Provide approved submittals to Schindler Engineering and/or local vendors following project booking; coordinate and follow up with factory, local vendors and superintendent on the delivery of project material to ensure that all required material is ready prior to project start date.
• Interface with the Field Superintendent to track job progress and notify manager if required completion dates cannot be met; provide action plan and time frame for completion.
• Seek change notice opportunities; prepare all change order paperwork and forward to the customer in a timely manner; follow up on change orders, received signed change orders from the customer prior to any related work being completed.
• Ensure timely invoicing and ensure projects are invoiced and paid to 90% before elevator turn over.
• Participate in Company professional development programs to enhance working knowledge of Elevator Company products, services and procedures.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

BS/AS degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management or Finance

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Schindler Group in Kansas City is seeking a results-oriented Manager to lead installation and modernization projects. You will coordinate with sales, engineering, and field teams to meet specifications, deadlines, and budgets while building strong customer relationships.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, timely invoicing, and development through Schindler’s programs. A BS/AS degree and 5 years in a related field are preferred.