Project Manager - Lift Modernisation
Job ID: 84714 Number Of Openings:2 We Elevate... 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. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don't just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874. Join us as a NI/MOD Project Manager (MOD) Your main responsibilities Are you an experienced project manager with a passion for delivering complex modernisation projects? We are seeking a Modernisation Project Manager to lead the delivery of lift and escalator modernisation projects from inception to completion. You will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients and designers throughout the project lifecycle.
- Deliver large-scale modernisation projects, achieving all agreed objectives in a safe and controlled environment.
- Plan, monitor, and coordinate all technical aspects across sales, pre-tender, construction, commissioning, and handover phases.
- Ensure seamless project progression through all phases of tender negotiation and contract delivery.
- Lead and brief site teams, ensuring compliance with CDM, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
- Manage the permit to work system and create a safe working environment for all personnel and subcontractors.
- Oversee regular progress reporting, design information control, and quality checks.
- Identify and resolve site issues, working collaboratively with the project team.
- Review contract specifications, manage contract variations, and monitor performance.
- Assist in monthly account valuations and ensure zero defects in all work.
- Attend project meetings and manage the beneficial use of goods lifts.
- Proven experience in major repairs, modernisation, or installation within the lift or equivalent industry.
- Strong knowledge of design and construction processes.
- Background in management, supervision, commercial, technical, and installation roles.
- Technical expertise with lifts and escalators is highly desirable.
- Experience managing field personnel.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
- Visionary approach to identifying beneficial solutions.
- Excellent planning, leadership, and communication skills.
- Literate, numerate, and able to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Flexible and willing to travel as required.
- Join our purpose-driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day.
- Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career.
- Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives, we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued.
- Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus
- Company car or allowance (for eligible roles)
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day
- Pension scheme with 6% company contribution
- Comprehensive life assurance
- Enhanced family leave
- Private medical cover with a trusted provider, plus 24/7 virtual GP access
- Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support
- Free eye tests and eyewear discounts
- Access to a range of employee benefits, including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes, plus exclusive retailer discounts
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow. Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler!
Discover more on our career website. At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practise equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavour that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, colour, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability. We Elevate
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