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Associate Project Manager - Large Projects

Schindler Elevator Corporation
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
900 Center Park Dr Ste D (Show on map)
Jan 30, 2026
Location: Charlotte,NC,United States Job ID:86394 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. Join us as a Associate Project Manager - Large Projects Your main responsibilities * Participate in sales efforts for Major Projects as needed * Lead the transition of commodity projects through financial award * Lead the transition of commodity projects from award into engineering * Lead the engagement and transition of commodity projects from engineering into supply chain * Communicate with Project Managers throughout the engineering and procurement process, focusing on areas of concern * Document process gaps, and publish and enforce best practices based on experience and lessons learned * Maintain and manage the Major Project national installation resource schedule * Maintain and manage Major Project assets (installation tools, project-specific equipment, etc.) The successful candidate must have a demonstrated track record of performing the following: * Quotation management, Cadre, Major Project costing * Resource planning * Participation in sales efforts for Major Projects as needed * Leading the transition of commodity projects through financial award * Leading the transition of commodity projects from award into engineering * Leading the engagement and transition of commodity projects from engineering into supply chain * Communicating with Project Managers throughout the engineering and procurement process, focusing on areas of concern * Documenting process gaps, and publishing and enforcing best practices based on experience and lessons learned * Maintaining and managing the Major Project national installation resource schedule * Maintaining and managing Major Project assets (installation tools, project-specific equipment, etc.) What you bring * Bachelor's degree; MBA or similar is a plus * 2 years of experience working with major projects in the construction industry * Good knowledge of elevator systems [Application Engineering] * Experience working in crossfunctional roles across direct and indirect reports * Experience in construction project cost forecasting * SAP, MS Office, Lotus Notes * Strong written and verbal communication * Project management capacity planning * Managing internal processes * Strong business acumen * Computer skills - Microsoft Office, MS Project, and SAP * Strong MS Excel a must * Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people with diverse backgrounds throughout all levels and disciplines * Ability to develop and maintain positive, cooperative, teamoriented relationships with coworkers, supervisors, managers, clients, and others in contact with the job * Domestic travel 10-15% 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. We Elevate... Your Career 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. Discover more on our career website. 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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