TK Elevator · 1 day ago
Superintendent- Modernization/New Installation (Norfolk)
Chesapeake, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expTK Elevator is currently seeking an experienced Superintendent - New Installation/Modernization in Norfolk, VA. The role involves managing all construction and modernization operations to ensure timely and profitable completion of projects while fostering growth and adhering to budgetary plans.
B2BCommercialIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Supervises all construction and modernization field employees by providing direction and training, and communicating company policies, procedures and objectives. Includes hiring, and supervising performance management and progressive discipline
Administers company safety program. Includes performing safety audits when necessary and stressing the importance of safety to all employees
Plans, directs and prioritizes elevator installations and 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 construction and modernization process documenting and advising on 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, contractors, elevator consultants, and architects
Identify, 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 consults with the Regional Operations Team
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
Performs other duties as may be assigned
Qualification
Required
Thorough knowledge of the construction industry and general management skills; or general business knowledge normally acquired though a Bachelor's degree; or two year's experience managing on a branch departmental level; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to write reports, contract proposals and business correspondence
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management and customers
Ability to define problems collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Health savings account (HSA)
Supplemental medical plans
Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D
Optional life and AD&D coverage
Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
Identity theft monitoring
Pet insurance
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed.
15 days of vacation per year
11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)
Paid sick leave, per company policy
Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment)
Company
TK Elevator
TK Elevator manufactures technology-driven escalators, elevators, passenger boarding bridges, platform lifts, and automatic doors.
Founded in 1970Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, DEU
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Alat
2025-02-24Secondary Market
2020-02-28Acquired
Leadership Team
Kevin Lavallee
President and CEO, North America and Australia
Jason Harrington
Director Advanced Manufacturing
Recent News
2025-12-11
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