Project Manager New Installation

Schindler Group; Minneapolis, Saint Paul (MN, MN); On-site; USD 102,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical,Dental and Vision plans

Vacation & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

Schindler Group in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Project Manager to oversee new installation projects, coordinate with field teams, and ensure on-time delivery of materials and approved submittals.

You will monitor project finances, manage change orders in SAP, and maintain critical customer relationships while upholding quality and safety standards. Bachelor’s degree preferred; 5+ years’ experience encouraged.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Familiarity with SAP and other project management software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation projects and monitor progress, coordinating with field teams.
• Monitor project finances, invoicing, change orders, and SAP tracking.
• Maintain customer relationships and ensure payroll compliance under prevailing wage laws.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and Schindler requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Business & financial acumen

Project management software

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location: Minneapolis/St. Paul,MN,United States
Job ID: 91119

We Elevate... Quality of urban life

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

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Your main responsibilities

Essential Function:

• 1. Project Management - Oversee new installation projects to ensure efficient, profitable close-out. Provide approved submittals and ensure timely delivery of materials from vendors. Collaborate with the Field Superintendents to monitor job progress and address potential delays with action plans. Partner with Engineering and local & regional management for successful completion of the projectt. Maintain vendor relationships and assist with monthly forecasting and budget planning. Identify change notice opportunities, prepare paperwork, and secure customer approvals before work begins.
• 2. Financial & Change Order Support - Monitor job financial performance, track invoice collections, bad debt and process progress payments.. Facilitate with project scope, prepare change order paperwork, and track changes in SAP to ensure proper documentation. Ensure projects are invoiced and achieve 90% - 95% payment before elevator turnover (dependent on contractual agreement).
• 3. Customer Relationship Management - Establish and maintain critical customer relationships to support project success. Submit certified payroll, including tracking worker hours, wages, and fringe benefits in accordance with prevailing wage laws.
• 4. Quality & Safety Compliance - Ensure compliance with customer and Schindler requirements for quality, performance, and passenger safety.

What you bring

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience:

• Equivalent 5+ years of experience, preferably in a similar function or industry

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Familiarity with SAP and other project management software preferred

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 and8 Company Observed Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
• Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of achild’s birth or adoption.
• A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.

Base Salary $102,200-$153,200

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 commissions or longer-term incentives.

Salary range may differ based on the final geographic location of the position.

Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovationwhile raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills andperspectives 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.

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.