Project Manager - Elevators & Systems Delivery Leader

Schindler Group; Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 113,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Vacation & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

Schindler Group in Mountainside, NJ seeks a Project Manager to lead elevator project bookings, coordinate with engineers, vendors, and field technicians, and ensure dates are met.

You will manage submittals, track progress, handle change orders, oversee invoicing, and participate in professional development. A degree is required, along with 3–5 years of related experience, strong communication, and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree required.
• Preferred majors include Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management or Finance.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and book projects within one week of award, notify Manager if dates cannot be met, and provide an action plan.
• Provide approved submittals to Schindler Engineering and/or local vendors; coordinate material delivery and readiness.
• Interface with stakeholders to track progress and notify Manager if dates cannot be met; provide action plan.
• Seek change notice opportunities; prepare change order paperwork and obtain signed changes from customers before work.
• Ensure timely invoicing and that projects are invoiced and paid to 90% before turnover.
• Participate in professional development programs to enhance knowledge of products, services, and procedures.
• Lead field technicians and build a collaborative team environment.
• Manage training and development of field technicians on processes and standards.
• Foster excellent communication among team members and maintain good relations with the local union.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Preferred majors: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management or Finance

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Schindler Group in Mountainside, NJ seeks a Project Manager to lead elevator project bookings, coordinate with engineers, vendors, and field technicians, and ensure dates are met.

You will manage submittals, track progress, handle change orders, oversee invoicing, and participate in professional development. A degree is required, along with 3–5 years of related experience, strong communication, and MS Office proficiency.