Project Manager- Modernization (Charlotte)

thyssenkrupp Elevator; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TK Elevator in Charlotte, NC, seeks an experienced Project Manager- Modernization to orchestrate the purchasing, scheduling and delivery of materials for modernization projects, ensuring timely, productive and cost-efficient results.

The role coordinates with customers, sales, and field teams; sets up new jobs and change orders; maintains project files and documentation; and guides inspections and approvals to keep projects moving smoothly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in elevator/construction industry.
• Thorough knowledge of elevator equipment and the construction industry; knowledge of installation procedures.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Sets up new modernization jobs and change orders, and submits for processing.
• Sets up job submittal books for submittal to building owner and consultant.
• Maintains job file with data pertaining to the job; maintains database and records activity.
• Issues purchase orders and files into job books.
• Coordinates communication with customers on schedules and scope of work for modernization projects.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in elevator/construction

Job description

Who we are

TK Elevator (TKE) is a world-leading innovator in vertical transportation and urban mobility. From engineering and installation to maintenance and digital transformation, we support all mobility systems, elevators, escalators, walkways, stairlifts and boarding bridges on any platform, at any time. With digital platforms like AGILE and the IoT platform MAX, we enable smarter, safer urban movement.With more that 50,000 employees, and 1,000+ global support centers, we are moved by what moves people.

TKE – Move Beyond.

TK Elevator is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager- Modernization in Charlotte, NC.

Responsible for successfully coordinating all details involved with the purchasing, scheduling and delivery of materials required for modernization jobs so that the jobs are completed in a timely, productive and cost-efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Sets up new modernization jobs and change orders, and submits for processing
• Sets up job submittal books for submittal to building owner and consultant
• Maintains job file to include data pertaining to the job; maintains computer database, recording all activity that applies to the job, including current job status and all correspondence and future actions required; closes job file after final acceptance
• Issues purchase orders and files into job books
• Follows up with customers on job schedules, and scope of work issues pertinent to modernization projects to ensure consistent workflow on projects
• Coordinates issuance of letters of intent, city permits and plan checks, and DSA and OSHPD approvals; Reviews and prioritizes OSHPD jobs. Set inspection coordinated with job superintendents and city or state agencies
• Monitors progress of jobs through communication with customers, salespersons and modernization managers and superintendents; coordinates follow-ups and delivery dates using written and oral communications; communicates with customers in all areas of approvals, fabrications and delivery
• Prepares acceptances and processes turnovers
• Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in elevator/construction industry
• Thorough knowledge of elevator equipment and the construction industry; knowledge of installation procedures.
• Ability to define problems collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

What makes us special

At TK Elevator, we offer more than just a role, we offer a place to grow, thrive, and make an impact.

Provided they meet all eligibility requirement under the applicable plan documents, employees will be offered

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Supplemental medical plans
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D
• Optional life and AD&D coverage
• Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
• Identity theft monitoring
• Pet insurance
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed.

Additional benefits include:

• 15 days of vacation per year
• 11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)
• Paid sick leave, per company policy
• Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment)

Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies.

TK Elevator is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status or any other protected status required by applicable law.

Important note:

TK Elevator is committed to a prejudice-free and diverse working environment with equal opportunities. We welcome applications from everyone we continously work towards an inclusive and barrier-free reality. Please do reach out to us and we will work on individual solutions tailored to you.

TKE – Move Beyond