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KONE, Inc Construction Site Manager in Davie, Florida
Founded in 1910, KONE (https://www.kone.com/en/) is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization that add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Our mission is to improve the flow of urban life and make our world’s cities better places to live by providing innovative solutions that help make people’s journeys safe, convenient, and reliable. Our operations in over 60 countries around the world has helped us achieve our position as an innovation and sustainability (https://www.kone.com/en/sustainability/) leader with repeated recognitions by Forbes (https://www.forbes.com/companies/kone/?sh=3dd0aa0b7d27) , Corporate Knights for clean capitalism and others.
JOB OVERVIEW
The Construction Site Manager manages and controls installation of individual units of a project through to completion and handover to client and maintenance under the guidance and leadership of the Project Manager. Construction Site Manager oversees and manages the installation team to ensure safe, high quality, complete-on-time delivery of KONE solutions within budget. He/she acts as a KONE interface to customer representatives and other stakeholders throughout the full process. Construction Site Manager is assigned for big or mega projects in Major Projects business.
Location : Davie, FL - with projects located in Finland (EU) travel requirement up to 50% domestic/international open to considering candidates globally relocation support and visa sponsorship eligible for the right candidate.
JOB DUTIES
Accountable for the delivery of the installation project while ensuring Site Safety – zero accidents and ensures quality project is completed with zero defects.
Ensure efficient management of environmental aspects of the installation (waste handling, hazardous material, minimization of travel).
Drives financial result of the project/assigned elevator where multiple Construction Site Managers are used on site.
Plans and organizes the delivery and storage of materials and tools to the site and is responsible for site preparations and follow-up of site readiness.
Prepares installation file/binder including GA drawings, technical specification, program of works, site safety information, special instructions (source-project binder) and any other documentation related to the unit.
Checks daily planning and administration of work permits to subcontractors, other trades and KONE operatives where required.
Accountable for use of correct KONE installation methods and tooling throughout the installation.
Responsible for administrative activities of the project including daily human resource management (absences, time sheet review/approvals) and reports project progress (schedule, installation hours, fitter time sheets, budget and risks) to the Project Manager.
Responsible for maintaining project documentation and final testing of the equipment and handover to maintenance.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Customer and Sub-contractor Relationship management
Accountable for driving customer satisfaction and quality of installation, and sub-contractor quality and safety performance
Develops and maintains a cordial and professional relationship with the sub-contractors
People management / Leadership
Accountable for people (site operatives) development, wellbeing and managing the performance of the team and individuals.
Determines objectives, plans as well as organizes, communicates, controls, and motivates the installation team
HIRING REQUIREMENTS
Experience preferred in the elevator/escalator and construction industries.
4-year degree or 3-5+ years field-related site construction management experience.
Strong technical understanding of electrical/layout drawings
Commercial awareness
Leadership experience
About KONE
We have the courage to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because we believe diversity drives innovation (https://www.kone.com/en/sustainability/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/) :
We value your authentic self.
Diversity, equity and inclusion is embedded in our strategy and values.
Collaborative, creative, and supportive work environment .
Passionate about safety, quality, and innovation
We care about the communities where we live and work.
Some of our many benefits include:
Competitive salary
Flexible work schedule
Opportunities to learn and grow.
Matching 401K
Pension plan
Comprehensive health and wellness plans for the entire family
Paid holidays and paid time off
Come share your passion and energy to make a positive impact at KONE for our customers and your career (https://kone.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers) !
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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.
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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.
Read more on www.kone.com/careers
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.