Construction manager, Escalators

5 months ago


Birmingham, United Kingdom OKB KONE plc Full time

At KONE, our mission is to improve the flow of urban life. As a global leader in the lift and escalator industry, KONE provides lifts, escalators and automatic doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernisation to add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Through more effective People Flow®, we make people's journeys safe, convenient and reliable, in taller, smarter buildings. 

Due to some exciting projects, KONE is looking for a Construction Manager to join our Escalator Installation team and cover nationwide projects .

Construction / Installation Manager is accountable for managing the scope, schedule and budget of the assigned project(s). Manager acts as the KONE interface to customer and other stakeholders during the project with primary focus at customer satisfaction and KONE profitability.

Key accountabilities at the role:

Manage projects from sales/installation hand-over to completion at handover to customer and Maintenance Ensure integrated project planning and management with customers and KONE full chain teams, manage project deliverables in line with project plan Responsible for successful project start-up, project reviews, project reporting and facilitating Responsible for site preparations and readiness, storage and logistics, and needed resources and tools Lead and manage the installation team, including subcontractors, plan and ensure sufficient project resourcing and competences, responsible for site operatives’ motivation Accountable for proactively managing customer communication throughout the project, ensure professional stakeholder management Responsible for operational and financial project risk identification, mitigation, contingency planning and potential recovery actions Accountable for the project’s financial planning and forecasting, cash flow management and revenue management (capitalizing on change order opportunities) Create and maintain safety and security awareness amongst employees and subcontractors in the project. Ensure following of KONE's and customer’s safety and security policies

Skills and experience:

People management / Leadership Customer and Sub-contractor Relationship management Excellent planning and organising skills Financial project planning, cost control Strong customer skills Good written and spoken English Excellent health and safety knowledge is essential for this role Driving Licence Escalator experience is plus but not mandatory – we are calling for applications from Engineering or Construction industries

We offer a range of fantastic benefits:

Excellent salary available depending on experience Annual bonus up to 15% Company car Private Medical Insurance Strong and clear progression programmes so that you can reach your full potential Training - KONE have a learning tool that allows you to apply for various courses that can increase your knowledge and progression potential.  25 Days Holiday Company Pension Scheme Employee Assistance Programme PDI Life Assurance  Cycle to work scheme

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