KONE, founded in 1910, is one of the largest, award-winning elevator companies in the world and our offering for employees is as competitive as our offering for customers. Not only do we provide highly competitive salaries, company vehicles for specific roles, and world-class benefits for our salaried employees - we also pride ourselves on our culture and principles. Innovation, sustainability, collaboration and ethical business practices are just some of the pillars that we use to define our own success. Come join our family in KONE Americas to be a part of something big!

We are looking for a rock star Project Manager II who is willing (and preferably has experience) traveling nationwide 70-80% of the time in this role. You would take ownership to plan, direct, and coordinate activities regarding the designated project you are working on to ensure that goals or objectives of the project are accomplished within prescribed schedule, scope and within funding parameters by performing the following duties personally or through others.

Note : Major Projects will be located near Indianapolis, IN.

Essential Functions:

1.) Reviews project proposal or plan to determine and establish time frame, finalize scope, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.

2.) Develops the project plans and product specifications within the framework of the company development process.

3.) Coordinates with business unit managers and functional managers for recruitment or assignment of project team personnel.

4.) Confers with project team to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority within the context of the company development process. Provides advice/resolution where needed with team and ensure project timeline and budget parameters are being met, including accurate financial forecasting of the project delivery.

5.) Coordinates product attributes and development plans with KONE units in the United States, Europe or elsewhere and potential partner/suppliers as required.

Additional Responsibilities:

1.) Review status reports prepared by project personnel and modify schedules or plans as required.

2.) Prepares project reports for management, client or others.

4.) Coordinates project activities with governmental agencies.

5.) Travel as needed: 70-80% of job.

Experience:

• 7+ years experience in project management.

• Elevator industry experience a plus.

Education:

• BA or MS in engineering or in a related field or ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Specific Skills, Knowledge & Behavior:

• Comprehensive understanding of KONE’s processes, procedures, policies and contracts/product offerings.

• Solid working knowledge of project management principles and practices, elevator and escalator installation practices and techniques and construction industry standard practices and process.

• General accounting and financial management principles.

• Laws and regulations regarding safety and environmental governmental regulations.

• Demonstrated ability at leading and project management.

• Ability to conduct financial analysis for the purpose of making sound business decisions and financial forecasting.

• Ability to motivate people to attain their maximum potential and develop and foster teamwork.

• Effective oral, written and presentation skills.

• Strong persuasive skills.

• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Interpret a variety of instructions and procedures in mathematical, diagrammatic, written, oral, and schedule form.

• Able to manage multiple concurrent tasks through effective organization and time management.

• Posses sufficient soft skills for effective customer and key stakeholder management.

• Ability to utilize e-mail, spreadsheets, SAP, and Project Scheduling Programs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

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Did you know KONE moves over one billion people every day? In 2023, we had annual net sales of EUR 11.0 billion. We employ over 60,000 driven professionals in more than 60 countries worldwide joined together by a shared vision. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, it is our mission to improve the flow of urban life.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.