Project Manager- New Installation (Northern New Jersey)

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TK Elevator is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager - New Installation in Northern New Jersey.

Responsible for successfully managing all aspects of work involving the purchasing, scheduling and delivery of materials required for the installation of new equipment so that the jobs are completed in a timely, productive and cost-efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Receives job package for traction elevators after receipt of contract, and prepares and assembles job file, releasing job to national coordination for layout preparation.
• 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.
• Reviews job specifications, building drawings and sales abstracts for completeness; determines additional requirements, issues purchase orders, ensures delivery and coordinates change orders affecting contract price.
• Reviews and documents all problem jobs looking for discrepancies between OSHPD approvals and the drawings furnished by the factory.
• For jobs of more than $250,000, compares spec to abstract to insure that manufactured product is in compliance and creates variation report on any job having discrepancies, noting the issues, costs and delivery impact.
• Reviews specifications versus company pricing prior to the bidding on any project greater than $250,000; provides a list of errors or omissions to the sales representative.
• Follows up with general contractors on job schedules, delays on published schedules, approved delays, executed contract delays and change order approval delays; participates in on-site coordination and construction meetings; schedules jobs for adjusting and testing.
• Obtains all city permits and plan checks, and DSA and OSHPD approvals; reviews and prioritizes OSHPD jobs.
• Acts as point of contact for National Coordination; ensures that coordination and construction meetings are held on a weekly basis and that branch personnel are prepared.
• Maintains schedule board for construction jobs and prepares superintendent letters for distribution.
• Maintains awareness of construction progress through communication with customers, sales representatives, and construction managers; coordinates follow-ups and delivery dates using written and oral communications; communicates with customers in all areas of approvals, fabrications and delivery.
• Reviews weekly contract status report, reflecting the status of contracts and assigned job numbers.
• Enters and updates material in computer and NES programs; enters release of equipment in the NES system.
• 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.

Salary range is $73,500 to $106,000. The role includes lucrative incentive program with a biannual payout and change order commission. Benefits overview: health insurance, parental leave, wellness program, 401K, vacation pay, holiday pay, tuition assistance, free life insurance and disability insurance, among others.

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.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to email us directly at ElevatorJobs.ams@tkelevator or call 1-844-427-5461.