Project Manager

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.); Moorestown Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.) is seeking a Project Manager to lead full cycle management of high-quality new installations. You will partner with sales representatives, field superintendents and customers to meet specifications and resolve technical issues.

This role offers onboarding, strong cross-functional exposure with Engineering and regional management, and opportunities to influence project delivery, budgeting, invoicing, and safety compliance on elevator projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or 5+ years of elevator industry experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with SAP, Lotus Notes, and Procore is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee new installation projects to ensure efficient, profitable close-out.
• Provide approved submittals and ensure timely delivery of materials from vendors.
• Collaborate with Field Superintendents to monitor job progress and address delays.
• 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 and secure customer approvals before work begins.
• Manage project revenue, size, and adherence to fulfillment guidelines.
• Ensure timely invoicing, targeting 90% payment prior to elevator turnover.
• Establish and maintain critical customer relationships to support project success.
• Submit certified payroll, including tracking worker hours, wages, and fringe benefits.

Skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred or 5+ years elevator experience

Tools

SAP

Lotus Notes

Procore

Job description

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for full cycle project management of high-quality, financially successful new installations. You will collaborate with sales representatives, field superintendents and customers to meet specifications and resolve technical issues.

Project Management:

• 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
• Manage project revenue, size, and adherence to fulfillment guidelines
• Ensure timely invoicing, targeting 90% payment prior to elevator turnover

Customer Relationship Management:

• 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

Quality & Safety Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with customer and Schindler requirements for quality, performance, and passenger safety

What you will learn:

• Knowledge of Schindler’s products, services and fulfillment standards through live classroom trainings, time in the field and self-study learning platforms
• Participate in a three-day in-person onboarding training focused on New Installation (NI) tools and processes
• Benefit from one-on-one mentorship to enhance your skills and accelerate your understanding of the business
• Gain hands-on experience with project management software and organizational tools

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or 5+ years of experience in the elevator industry or in a similar function or industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel

Preferred

• 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