Sr Project Manager EI

Schindler Group; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid vacation

Sick days

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

Schindler Group in Philadelphia seeks a Senior Project Manager EI to lead client relationships, oversee maintenance, and drive safe, cost-effective service delivery for elevators and escalators. You will coordinate field teams, manage contracts, and collaborate with engineers and service staff to optimize workflows and deliver on quality commitments.

This role offers strong development opportunities and a path to leadership within a global company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 8+ years in a similar function.
• Strong problem-solving, time management, communication and interpersonal skills; proven leadership.
• Proficiency in MS Office; SAP knowledge and field experience with elevators/escalators.

Responsibilities

• Lead client relationships and manage service contracts for elevators/escalators.
• Oversee servicing, maintenance, repair and upgrades of units to meet quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate routes, scheduling, parts ordering, and payroll verification; ensure timely payments.
• Educate technicians on processes, tools and standards to improve service delivery.
• Manage logistics and implement preventive maintenance strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Adaptability

On-call availability

Customer relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Location: Philadelphia,PA,United States
Job ID:92027

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

As a Senior Project Manager EI, you will display leadership skills and demonstrate a proactive approach to managing customer relationships for elevator and escalator services. Oversee servicing, maintenance, repair and upgrades of assigned units to meet customer and company standards for quality, safety and cost management. Support area P&L objectives through effective project oversight and employee management.

Account Management

• Build and manage favorable client relationships with building owners and property managers to secure and renew maintenance/service agreements
• Respond to customer inquiries and prepare estimates to ensure satisfactory resolution
• Negotiate contract terms favorable to the company while also delivering on customer requirements
• Drive sales KPIs including Time and Material processing, repair bookings and capital planning
• Partner with Business Services Center to validate accounts receivable information, ensuring timely and accurate payments

Operations & Field Management

• Build a safe and effective team environment by leading field technicians to ensure maintenance meets quality standards as well as contract requirements
• Responsible for coordinating routes, scheduling, ordering parts and verifying payroll accuracy
  while assuring fulfillment standards
• Educate technicians on processes, tools and standards through training and performance programs thereby continuously improving service delivery
• Manage logistics and implement preventive maintenance strategies

Communication, Collaboration & Problem Solving

• Act as a liaison between internal stakeholders and customer to investigate, resolve and address any operational challenges that may arise
• Maintain relationships with local IUEC business agents and communicate effectively to resolve disputes
• Partner with New Installation and Modernization Project Managers during contract conversions to ensure customer satisfaction
• Collaborate with engineers, technical service staff, and contractors to optimize project workflows and identify potential efficiencies or improvements

Quality and Safety

• Perform regular site inspections to deliver exceptional service, maintenance, warranty and repair offerings.
• Conduct Field Safety Audits at required intervals to ensure technicians understand and follow safe work practices
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures
• Participate in internal management meetings on both the local and national level.

What you will learn

• Knowledge of Schindler’s products, services and fulfillment standards through live classroom trainings, time in the field and self-study learning platforms
• Participate in a three-day in-person onboarding training focused on Existing Installations (EI) tools and processes
• Develop and hone entrepreneurial skills by taking ownership of projects allowing you to display strategic thinking similar to owning your own business within the company
• Benefit from one‑on‑one mentorship to enhance your skills and accelerate your understanding of the business
• Gain hands‑on experience with project management software and organizational tools

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent 8+ years of experience, preferably in a similar function or industry
• Strong problem‑solving, time management, communication and interpersonal skills; proven leadership skills
• Resourceful, well organized, highly dependable, efficient and detail oriented
• Proficiency in MS Office suite
• Adaptability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Flexibility to be on‑call as needed and balance a mix of office and fieldwork
• Ability to empathize, listen and connect with people to form outstanding customer relationships
• Working knowledge of SAP and elevators/escalators
• HVAC, building automation, facilities maintenance, electrical or plumbing experience

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.

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.