Project Manager MOD SLADE

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.); Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 113,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match up to 7%

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Vacation & holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Schindler Elevator Corporation (U.S.) in Mountainside, NJ, is seeking a Project Manager to oversee elevator projects, booking within a week of award, coordinating submittals with engineering and vendors, and ensuring on-time delivery and invoicing. This role requires strong communication and coordination across factory, field teams and unions.

You will manage change orders, supervise technicians, participate in development programs, and uphold safety and quality standards in a dynamic, unionized

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree required.
• Preferred majors include Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management or Finance.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and Excel.
• 3–5 years of project management experience in Elevator Industry.

Responsibilities

• Review and book projects within one week of award and notify Manager if dates cannot be met.
• Provide approved submittals to Schindler Engineering and/or local vendors; coordinate with factory, vendors and superintendent on material delivery.
• Interface with stakeholders to track progress and notify if deadlines cannot be met; provide action plans.
• Seek change notice opportunities; prepare change orders and obtain signed approvals before related work.
• Ensure timely invoicing and that projects are invoiced and paid to 90% before turnover.
• Participate in company professional development programs to enhance knowledge of products, services and procedures.
• Build a team environment by leading field technicians and managing training.
• Foster excellent communication and maintain strong relations with the local union.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

MS Office

Excel

Project management experience

Elevator industry

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree

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

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Location: Mountainside (Slade), NJ, United States

Job ID: 90600

We Elevate… Quality of urban life

Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

Join us as a Project Manager MOD SLADE

Your Main Responsibilities

• 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 appropritae stakeholders 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.
• Build a team environment by leading field technicians.
• Manage training and development of field technicians on established processes, tools and standards.
• Foster excellent communication among team members while maintaining good working relationships with the local union.

What You Bring

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred Major: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management or Finance
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office & Excel
• 3-5 years of experience in the following:
  • Project Management experience
  • Elevator Industry

What’s in it for you?

• Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
• 3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
• Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
• A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.

Base Salary $113,400 - $140,500 The above represents the typical salary range for this position. Revisions to the range may be considered based on your experience, education, location, demonstrated skills, and alignment with business priorities. Please note that the compensation listed reflects only base salary and does not include variable incentives or benefits. This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on performance.

We Elevate… Your Career

Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Our Core Values:

• Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards for all.
• Integrity and Trust: Foster honest, ethical relationships.
• Create Value for the Customer: Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.
• Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.
• Commitment to People Development: Nurture our people, they are the heart of our success.

Discover more on our career website.

At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or veteran status.

Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute in any manner an offer from a Recruitment Agency.

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