Project Manager - Modernization

Schindler Elevator Corporation; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 113,400 - 141,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Vacation & holidays

Job summary

Schindler Elevator Corporation in Seattle, WA is seeking a Project Manager for Modernization. You will oversee modernization projects, coordinate with sales, engineering, and field teams, and ensure customer satisfaction while meeting financial targets.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder communication within a global elevator company renowned for safety and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or minimum 3 years of technical or sales experience in the elevator industry or related field.
• Prior project management experience preferred.
• 3+ years' experience in a leadership role preferred.
• Solid problem-solving skills, high sense of urgency, strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in building and managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage new installation/modernization projects to ensure efficiency and profitability.
• Book projects within one week of award and plan action dates if deadlines are tight.
• Provide approved submittals to Engineering and coordinate with vendors for material readiness.
• Coordinate with Field Superintendent to monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Prepare and track change orders and obtain client sign-off before work.
• Ensure invoicing is timely and projects are invoiced and paid to 90% before turnover.
• Engage in professional development to improve knowledge of elevator products and procedures.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Client relationships

Time management

Budgeting

MS Office & Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Overview

Location: Seattle, WA, United States

Job ID: 89963

We Elevate... Quality of urban life. Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport people daily. By joining Schindler, you contribute to accessibility, inclusivity, and sustainability for communities, shaping the future since 1874.

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Project Manager - Modernization

Your main responsibilities

Project Manager - Modernization (MOD)

As a Schindler Project Manager, you will work with sales reps and customers to ensure specifications are met; collaborate with Schindler superintendents and engineering to resolve technical problems; and coordinate with local and regional management to ensure high-quality, financially successful installations/modernizations. This role is customer-focused and requires building strong customer relationships to advance Schindler’s presence and help achieve financial goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Follow and accurately manage new installation/modernization projects to ensure close-out at the required efficiency and profitability levels
• Review and book projects within one week of award; notify the Manager if required completion dates cannot be met and provide an action plan and timeline
• Provide approved submittals to Schindler Engineering and/or local vendors; coordinate with factory, vendors, and superintendent to ensure material readiness before project start date
• Interface with the Field Superintendent to track progress and notify management if completion dates cannot be met; provide action plan and timeline
• Seek change notice opportunities; prepare all change order paperwork and forward to the customer timely; follow up on change orders and obtain signed change orders from the customer prior to related work
• Ensure timely invoicing and ensure projects are invoiced and paid to 90% before elevator turnover
• Participate in company professional development programs to enhance knowledge of elevator products, services, and procedures

Base Salary $113,400 - $141,700

The above represents the typical salary range for this position. Revisions to the range may be considered based on experience, education, location, demonstrated skills, and alignment with business priorities. The compensation listed reflects only base salary and does not include commissions or longer-term incentives.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or minimum 3 years of technical or sales experience in the elevator industry or related field
• Prior project management experience preferred
• 3+ years' experience in a leadership role preferred
• Solid problem-solving skills, high sense of urgency, strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in building and managing client relationships
• Resourceful, well organized, highly dependable, efficient and detail oriented
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Experience managing timelines, scheduling, and budgets
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office & Excel

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.

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.

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