Head of Project Management (Construction)

Location: NYC Construction, NY, United States
Quality of urban life
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

Project Manager - Large Projects

Support Major Projects sales efforts as needed
Lead the transition of large projects through financial award
Drive project handoff from award → engineering → supply chain
Partner closely with Project Managers throughout engineering and procurement, addressing risks and gaps early
Manage the national installation resource schedule for major projects
Oversee major project assets (installation tools, project-specific equipment, etc.)
Proven experience in quotation management, Cadre, and major project costing
Strong resource planning and coordination skills
Demonstrated ability to lead complex project transitions across multiple stages (award, engineering, supply chain)
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, especially Project Managers, to resolve issues proactively
Experience managing installation resources and project-related assets at scale

Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or similar preferred

• 5+ years of experience supporting major projects within the construction industry
• Knowledge of elevator systems preferred, including Application Engineering
• Experience working in cross-functional environments, including indirect reporting structures
• Background in construction project cost forecasting

Strong business acumen with solid project management and capacity planning experience
Proven ability to manage internal processes and drive efficiency
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (required)
Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, SAP, and Lotus Notes
Strong relationship-building skills with internal stakeholders, clients, and partners
Willingness to travel domestically as needed
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.
• Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. Create Value for the Customer: Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.

Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.
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.

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