General Manager

Location: NYC Construction, NY, United States
Job ID: 88078

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.

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General Manager

Your main responsibilities

The General Manager Large Projects will provide management of company’s activities and functions relating to NI Large Projects as well as driving large projects to a successful completion. The General Manager will oversee the NI activities (sales and operations) in the same assigned geography, as well as serve as the local connection point as deliver P &L for the related New Installations activities. 

Develop and execute annual regional business operations plans and budgets for Large Projects for the territory’s financial and non-financial objectives and support the implementation of territory quality and operations initiatives.

Develop and execute a strategic, sustainable plan to deliver high quality service and grow loyalty with customers across the Territory

Ensure coordination and execution on all product safety responsibilities/initiatives in partnership with Field Quality Excellence organization including execution of proper testing and technical training

Serve as the geographic focal point for New Installation Large Project activity included providing project resources where required and ensuring P & L oversight. Ensure all Project Managers maintenance Change Notices, Project Tasking and Customer meetings

M anage and implement the Top Range Excellence (TREX) requirements w/in the group. Focus on results and eliminating overruns

Conduct weekly New Installation meetings to help maintain progress and ensure timely project completion

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers and influential industry consultants through personal contact and staff assignments

Grow portfolio New Installations sales and value above market standards, to increase service base

Develop and execute market plan to direct the sale of company products and services for orders entered objective relating to price, volume, mix and market share across the various district load centers

Manage, mentor and lead a team to deliver and drive their KPI’s using appropriate performance management methods

Plan, schedule and assign workload requirements interfacing skill levels of field and administrative personnel to the needs of the operation through PMS job elements, activities and performance reviews

Initiate procedures and leadership practices to create a business environment for participative management; pro-active labor relations with local business agents; maintain high morale of subordinates and be strong, aggressive supporter of business unit’s management philosophy and practices

Set expectations for Field Technician engagement by ensuring the completion of on-time installations, Safety quality walks, route reviews, performance reviews and ride-alongs

Manage field activities for parts inventory, company tools, vehicles and other fixed assets for most cost-effective results

Responsible for managing net working capital and overseeing appropriate asset management measures and billing procedures

Responsible for legal interface of procedures like collection efforts and contractual disputes Drive process and tooling compliance across the Territory

What you bring

BA/BS Business / Management / Engineering

Possess overall knowledge of product and product application; installation and service techniques and procedures; ability to understand financial statements; legal awareness to contract terms and conditions

T en to fifteen years in various assignments within the Company, in the Elevator industry, or in another service-oriented business

Experience managing a full P&L for an industrial company

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel. SAP experience is preferred

Administer field resources to satisfy customer requirements for installation and service of products to Division objectives for quality, reliability and profitability

Allocation of human and financial resources for cost effectiveness and customer satisfaction. Analyze and advise change in sales and field coverage, new products, price realization and competitor’s actions

Recognizing internal and external changes occurring in business environment and adjusting the resource focus to capitalize on those changes

Persuasion is required both internally and externally

Must have the knowledge, technical and management skills, credibility, and negotiating and communication skills

Must possess self-confidence to meet the challenges

Base Salary $164,200 - $205,300

The above represents the typical salary range for this position. Revisions to the range may be considered based on your experience, education, location, demonstrated skills, and alignment with business priorities. Please note that the compensation listed reflects only base salary and does not include commissions or longer-term incentives.

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!

• 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.

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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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