Installation Manager

ASSA ABLOY•Colonial Heights, VA

About The Position

Installation Manager ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems, Pedestrian Door Solutions Join the industry leader in automated door solutions! ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems is a global manufacturer committed to creating safe, secure, and efficient entrance systems for people worldwide. We specialize in automated pedestrian, industrial, and high-performance door solutions, operating in over 100 countries. Why Join ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems? At ASSA ABLOY, we offer more than a job — we provide an environment for growth, innovation, and meaningful contributions. Here’s why our team loves being part of ASSA ABLOY: 1. Comprehensive Benefits Enjoy competitive pay, robust health insurance options, and retirement plans. Your well-being matters to us, which is why we also offer PTO, holidays, and additional perks like tuition reimbursement and service awards. 2. Meaningful Impact Your work will directly impact customers in industries such as healthcare, transportation, and retail by delivering sustainable, customized door solutions. Whether you’re solving complex technical challenges or collaborating with contractors, every task helps build safer, more efficient spaces. 3. Career Growth & Development We invest in you from day one. We provide well-defined career paths with regular performance reviews and opportunities for promotion. Participate in programs designed to develop your leadership skills and prepare you for management roles. Explore different roles within the company to find the best fit for your skills and interests. The Role: As an Installation Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of installation operations. This includes overseeing Installation Technicians, coordinating multiple projects each month, and ensuring timely equipment ordering and release. You will manage project schedules in collaboration with end-user customers and ensure all activities align with company goals under the guidance of the Operations Leader or District Manager. You will supervise administrative staff, maintain strong relationships with clients and industry partners, including healthcare and retail end-users, general contractors, subcontractors, architects, and suppliers—and act as the primary liaison between factory, sales, and project teams. Additionally, you'll monitor project performance, forecast work in progress, and ensure labor and margin targets are met through continuous collaboration with the Sales Department.

Requirements

High School Diploma (required) and AA, BA, BS preferred.
Team approach with effective communication skills to successfully work with other departments
Must have prior experience directly managing/supervising Field Technicians in the Door Automation/Construction Industry.
Background in the successful planning and completion of contracted jobs in the Construction Industry.
Prior experience supervising Administrative personnel in the instruction of their duties as it relates to scheduling, ordering, and coordinating installation activities.
Possess the flexibility to work a varying schedule (different hours of the day and weekends if necessary).
Exceptional communication (written/verbal) skills.
Proven hands-on experience in the development of relationships with General Contractors and End-Users across the Retail, Healthcare, Government and additional sectors as well as sub-contractors across this spectrum.
Proven experience in dealing with vendors and suppliers in the proper ordering and timely supply of products.
The ability to read and interpret construction specifications and drawings.
Experience in establishing monthly forecasting and results.
Computer experience in Microsoft Office and Baan.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience installing electromechanical products is desired.

Responsibilities

Responsible for supervision and management of all Installation Technicians activities.
Managing multiple installation projects each month and ordering and releasing of all equipment via the factory and customer service.
Coordinate all scheduling of projects with the end-user customer.
Accountable to meet established goals and growth objectives under the direction of the Operations leader or the District Manager.
Supervise and delegate responsibilities to Administrative personnel (scheduling, ordering, install coordination).
Develop and maintain relationship with End-users in the Health Care and Retail segments as well as General Contractors, Sub-contractors, Architects and Suppliers.
Maintain communication with Factory regarding backlog and job release (Work In Progress).
Interact with Sales Department on a continual basis to determine proper labor hours, and proper margins on projects.
Review projections and forecast reports frequently.