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Project Manager - Modernization

Schindler Group
Washington, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Jan 2026

About the role

Location: Washington, DC, United States 
Job ID: 86422 

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. 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

Project Manager - Modernization

 

Your main responsibilities

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for full cycle project management of high-quality, financially successful new installations. You will collaborate with sales representatives, field superintendents and customers to meet specifications and resolve technical issues.

Essential Function

Project Management - Oversee modernization projects to ensure efficient, profitable close-out. Provide approved submittals and ensure timely delivery of materials from vendors. Collaborate with the Field Superintendents to monitor job progress and address potential delays with action plans. Partner with Engineering and local & regional management for successful completion of the project. Maintain vendor relationships and assist with monthly forecasting and budget planning. Identify change notice opportunities, prepare paperwork, and secure customer approvals before work begins.

Financial Ownership - Manage project revenue, size, and adherence to fulfillment guidelines. Ensure timely invoicing, targeting 90% payment priorto elevator turnover.

Customer Relationship Management - 20% - Establish and maintain critical customer relationships to support project success; Quality & Safety Compliance - 10% - Ensure compliance with customer and Schindler 

 

What you bring

Bachelor's Degree Required

Major: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management preferred 

Project Management or Finance with at least 5 years of proven project management experience; 3-7 years' experience leading projects and coordinating resources

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Experience in elevator or related building systems industry

Familiarity with SAP, Lotus Notes, and project management software like Procore

Ability to read schematics and blueprints Required Strong financial acumen 

 

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 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.
  • 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 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.
 

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

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