Job Opportunities Field Superintendent - New Installation

Schindler Elevator • Philadelphia, PA

6d • $113,400 - $141,700 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Field Superintendent for New Installations (NI), you will oversee all phases of elevator installation projects, ensuring quality, safety, cost control, and customer satisfaction. You will lead and develop field technicians, coordinate job site readiness, and act as the key point of contact for contractors, customers, and internal teams to support regional objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent in relevant work experience in the elevator industry or related field
• Strong problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills; ability to manage sensitive employee relations with proven leadership skills
• Proficiency in MS Office suite
• Strong organizational skills and experience managing tradespeople
• Flexibility to be on call
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of technical leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and build a high-performing, safe team of 12–20 field technicians by enforcing company quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate daily project schedules, job site readiness walkthroughs, parts/material ordering, and payroll accuracy.
• Monitor installation progress and drive efficiency through consistent site visits and communication.
• Manage manpower levels in partnership with union representatives, resolving employee relations and staffing issues.
• Support sales and project management teams with bid estimates, job progress meetings, and complaint resolution.
• Ensure all installation projects meet contractual, company, and safety requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections, including physical access to motor rooms, pits, and shaftways, to ensure quality workmanship and safety compliance.
• Implement company and customer requirements for product performance, reliability, and passenger safety.
• Enforce safety best practices and participate in continuous training programs.
• Train and mentor technicians on company processes, tools, safety protocols, and industry standards.
• Foster open communication and teamwork among field staff and union partners.
• Manage daily logistics and resource allocation to optimize project delivery.
• Serve as a liaison between field teams, contractors, sales, project managers, and support functions.
• Work closely with union representatives to maintain positive labor relations.
• Coordinate with quality, engineering, and service teams during project handovers and customer training.
• Proactively identify and resolve on-site challenges, customer concerns, and operational roadblocks.
• Adapt to shifting priorities and urgent requests from technicians and contractors to keep projects on track.

Benefits

• Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
• 3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
• Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
• A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree