Project Manager

dormakaba International Holding AG; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

401k Matching

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Job summary

dormakaba is seeking a remote Project Manager to support our Airport Division & Secured Entry Division (ESC). You will manage all aspects of new installation and site modernization projects from initiation through completion, coordinating with customers, Sales, Field Service, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery and compliance with contract budgets and dormakaba standards.

This role requires up to 30% travel within the U.S.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3+ years of project management experience, or 2+ years with a bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of construction processes and jobsite activities.
• Experience with CRM systems and project management tools.
• Valid driver’s license and passport for travel within the US/Canada.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects of varying size and complexity with vendors, subcontractors, staff, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure smooth transition from Sales to Project Fulfillment with clear communication.
• Develop project plans with timelines, staffing, funding, milestones, and schedules.
• Manage budgets, expenditures, and variances; take corrective actions as needed.
• Negotiate subcontractor agreements and ensure compliance with licenses, insurance, and safety standards.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Travel readiness

CRM systems

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Position Overview

dormakaba is seeking a remote Project Manager in Chino, CA or Louisville, KYto support the dormakaba product lines within our Airport Division & Secured Entry Division (ESC), including coordination with Field Service. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of new installation and site modernization projects following contract award, from project initiation through completion. This role will coordinate closely with customers, Sales, Field Service, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within contract budget, and in accordance with customer expectations, project requirements, and dormakaba standards.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: Base Salary $90,000 - $120,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Please visit our career site for more information on benefits.

What you will do

• Manage multiple projects of varying size and complexity while coordinating activities with appropriate vendors, subcontractors, branch staff, and internal stakeholders
• Ensure a smooth and effective transition of projects from the Sales team to the Project Fulfillment team, ensuring all required information, scope, documentation, and customer expectations are clearly communicated
• Develop comprehensive project plans by establishing timelines, resource requirements, staffing, funding, milestones, and project schedules
• Establish and achieve project financial objectives by developing budgets, scheduling and approving expenditures, analyzing budget variances, and initiating corrective actions as needed
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements while ensuring subcontractors meet required qualifications, licensing, insurance, safety, and quality standards

What we require

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of project management experience, or 2+ years of relevant project management experience with a bachelor’s degree
• Strong working knowledge of new construction processes, project coordination, and jobsite activities
• Working knowledge and experience with CRM systems and project management tools
• Valid, unrestricted state-issued driver’s license and valid, unrestricted passport required for occasional travel within the U.S. and Canada
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 30% annually throughout the United States and Travel up to 30% annually within the US and Canada

What we prefer

• Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• PMP certificate
• Working knowledge of electronics is required; experience with access control, entrance systems, security solutions, or systems integration is strongly preferred.

What we offer

• Taking Care of our Employees on Day One with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options. No waiting periods!
• Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-being
• Vacation and Personal Time Off
• We support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!
• Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day One
• Supporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Robust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program
• 24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Legal Insurance
• Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses
• Corporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!

Who we are

We are at the heart of every place that matters. From automatic doors to cloud-based access management – as a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. With over 160 years of experience and a focus on excellence and innovation, we offer exciting opportunities to grow in an environment where you can make a real impact. At dormakaba, you are encouraged to take initiative, develop your skills, and build your career alongside 16,000 experts worldwide who are setting industry standards every day.