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WHY join Schindler?

At Schindler we are all about our culture! We focus on supporting our employees to meet their full potential by careful selection and constant development to make them a leader in their area. You will have the opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally whilst working with a great bunch of people. We offer job stability to our employees as we focus on promoting from within and foresee a growth trajectory of our business in the coming years.

About the role?

We have an opportunity for an experienced and qualified Project Manager to join our Modernisation Construction team based in Melbourne. The position will see you managing on some of Australia’s most iconic Projects and see you responsible for managing all aspects of the delivery ensuring that the projects are achieved on time and on budget, whilst ensuring client satisfaction.

As the successful candidate, you will be a resilient and enthusiastic individual with strong project management, leadership, and communication skills. You be joining a dynamic and successful team with an impressive client list and with the support of a strong management structure.

What’s in it for you?

• Highly Attractive base + Super
• Car allowance of $18,000
• Bonus of $23,000
• Excellent opportunity for you to expand your existing project management skills in a larger, global organisation.
• At Schindler, we have a great culture that is supportive and inclusive.
• Potential for real growth both personally and professionally
• Opportunity to access educational support, access to staff discount scheme, a wide variety of social activities

Key Responsibilities?

• Providing detailed schedules and contract management for projects from initiation to delivery
• Management of our installation teams (both direct labour and subcontractors) to ensure that project milestones are met
• Reporting on, assessing and analysing project performance and taking appropriate action to prevent overruns
• Positive and pro-active financial management of projects to budget and delivery times
• Effective and timely communication to all key stakeholders regarding technical information, resolution of issues and achievement of project milestones

What we are looking for:

As the successful candidate you will possess a degree, diploma or trade qualification in either architecture, building, engineering, electrical or mechanical disciplines and high-level understanding of forecasting, budgeting and contract administration. You will also possess:

• Demonstrated project management or site supervisor experience in the construction or building/services industry
• A proven record in managing multiple projects to tight and demanding deadlines and the ability to overcome setbacks in high pressure situations
• A strong commitment to safety, quality, environment and customer relationships
• Previous people management and leadership skills, with the ability to adjust work and material requirements to meet schedules and customer demands
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to communicate with all levels of employees
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Self-motivation and high levels of energy and enthusiasm, with the drive to achieve customer satisfaction

About Schindler:

Schindler Lifts Australia is part of the Schindler Group, one of the top elevator companies in the world, spanning 100 countries with more than 64,000 employees worldwide. We are one of the largest suppliers of new elevators, escalators and moving walkways in Australia today, employing over 1,200 employees who design install, service and modernise urban transport systems for almost every building type. At Schindler, we differentiate ourselves with our modern technology and innovative people.

How to apply:

If you are seeking an opportunity to join a Global Industry Leader and believe that you possess the required skills and qualifications to succeed in this role, click on the "Apply" button and complete our online application form or call James on 0419439643 for a confidential discussion regarding the position.

 If you are an existing Schindler employee, please ensure you have discussed your application with your line manager prior to applying.

We support diversity and inclusion in all our workplaces; women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people with a multicultural background or a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note we do not accept applications from recruitment agents for any position, this includes those that are submitted directly to the company or where the recruiter has contacted a manager.