Operations Manager- New Installation/Modernization (Las Vegas) at ThyssenKrupp Elevator Corporation in Las Vegas, Nevada

Job Description:

Join TK Elevator as an Operations Manager in Las Vegas and lead exciting new installation projects while prioritizing safety and efficiency!The first 3 letters in workplace safety are Y-O-U!TK Elevator is currently seeking an experienced Operations Manager- new Installation/Modernization in Las Vegas, NV.
Responsible for successfully managing all new installation/modernization operations processes, employees and projects to ensure that the department functions profitably and exceeds the annual budgetary plan.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises all new installation/modernization superintendents and employees by providing direction and training, and communicating company policies, procedures and objectives. Includes hiring, supervising performance management, and administering progressive discipline.


• Administers company safety program. Includes performing safety audits on a weekly basis and stressing the importance of safety to all employees.


• Plans, directs and prioritizes elevator new installation/modernization jobs including manpower needs; utilizes project management software and other scheduling tools.


• Uses accounting reports and programs to review job status to identify risk and opportunity. This includes properly reporting fade issues prior to revenue.


• Manages jobsites from survey through the completion of the new installation/modernization process documenting and advising on installation/ modernization project progress for work not included. Includes trouble-shooting problems with mechanics, performing quality audits and meeting with customers to review progress.


• Manages subcontractor schedule and performance on turn-key projects.


• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with owner, elevator consultants, construction firms and architects.


• Reviews and signs off on all bids. Includes attending pre-bid meetings with construction and new installation/modernization sales representatives and providing technical input to calculate labor and material costs.


• Identifies, reviews and signs off on change orders, purchase orders, elevator turnover authorizations, accounts receivable, write-offs, credits and other necessary approvals.


• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of all federal, state and local elevator industry code requirements.


• Maintains strong familiarity of company Standard Operating Procedures and products by attending company training classes, utilizing the SOP document library, and reviewing factory equipment updates and supplier goods; Interfaces with corporate departments, including the factory, coordination and labor, and Regional Director.


• Mediates and resolves complaints and problems of external and internal customers. Includes meeting with local business agents to resolve issues involving union employees.


• Determines what materials need to be ordered for job completion and coordinates and arranges for sub-contracting portions of installations.


• Makes weekly crew visits and day one visits to manage safety, site activities and progress of employees and customer; documenting findings.