Project Manager - Modernization

Schindler Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 113,400 - 141,700; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of elevators in San Francisco is seeking a Project Manager to oversee installation and modernization projects. This role demands excellent project management skills, with a focus on customer relationships and financial success. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in a relevant field and have at least 5 years of experience in the elevator or related industry. The position offers a base salary between $113,400 and $141,700, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 year's experience in the elevator industry or a related building systems industry.
• Strong project management background with proven success.
• Ability to connect effectively with customers.

Responsibilities

• Manage new installation/modernization projects for efficiency and profitability.
• Coordinate with engineering and vendors to ensure timely material delivery.
• Provide action plans if project deadlines are at risk.

Skills

Project management experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office & Excel

Education

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

Job description

Jardine Schindler stands for mobility. Mobility needs experts.

Join our team in San Francisco.

Founded in Switzerland in 1874, the Schindler Group is a leading global provider of elevators, escalators, and related services. Schindler mobility solutions move two billion people every day all over the world. Behind the company's success are over 70,000 employees in more than 100 countries.

Schindler Vietnam was one of the first foreign‑owned elevator companies to start operating in Vietnam, back in 1995. It is involved in importing, installing and maintaining Schindler elevators and escalators. In 1998, Schindler started its own factory in Vietnam, which produces brackets, beams and builder’s elevators for both local and export purposes. Schindler Vietnam is headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City with branches in Ha Noi and Da Nang and representatives in Can Tho, Hai Phong and Nha Trang.

Mobility is the goal

PRIMARY FUNCTION / POSITION OVERVIEW:

The most important criteria for this role are proven project management experience. As a Schindler Project Manager, the candidate's role will be to work with sales reps and customers to ensure specifications are completely met; to work with Schindler superintendents and engineering to resolve technical problems; and, to work with local and region management to ensure high quality and financially successful installations/modernizations. This role is customer focused, and so the selected candidate must be able to connect with people and form outstanding customer relationships so as to advance Schindler's presence in the marketplace and ensure achievement of the organization's financial goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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

Base Salary $113,400 - $141,700

The above represents the typical salaryrange 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 salaryand does not include commissions or longer-term incentives.

Mobility needs you

Requirements

• BS/AS degree 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 communication skills
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office & Excel

If so, we would like to meet you, and look forward to receiving your complete application documents.

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 or disability.

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

Nearest Major Market: San Francisco

Nearest Secondary Market: Oakland