Area Operations Director- Modernization (Northeast)
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Area Operations Director- Modernization (Northeast)Qualifications Bachelor's degree or combination of equivalent experienceRequires a valid driver's license and a satisfactory Motor Vehicles ReportThorough knowledge of general management methods within the elevator industry and specific experience with the modernization product line10+ years' experience in upper level managementAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusionsAbility to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variablesResponsibilities This position is responsible for driving the success of the Area modernization operations by efficient, cost-effective and profitable execution of projectsSuccessfully manages the operations to ensure budget profits are exceeded and develops best practice operational processes with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and growthDrives and supports a culture of safety throughout the organization, including participation in safety training, performing safety audits and stressing the importance of safety to all employeesDrives success of area modernization processes from booking to turnover; coordinates with the AVP and branch management teams to drive initiativesReviews P&L and other financial reports to monitor branch performance within the area to ensure monthly budgetary goals are met or exceededUses accounting reports to review job backlogs and possible job fades for all branches within the areaDevelops, reviews and approves the operation plans and budgets submitted by direct reportsPlans, directs, and prioritizes elevator modernizations with area manpower needs and ensures the areas operations are efficient and cost effective; supervises project managers and uses project management software and other scheduling toolsVisits jobsites to survey and advises on modernization jobs progressIncludes trouble-shooting problems with operations managers and mechanics, performing quality audits and meeting with contractors to review progressDevelops and maintains strong working relationships with customersImplements and oversees strategic fade initiativesReviews and participates in bids of large or complex modernization jobs to ensure profitabilityIncludes attending pre-bid meetings with sales representatives and providing technical input to calculate labor and material costsUltimately, maximizing growth and profitability while leading and managing operations functionsAssists with and provides approval for change orders, purchase orders, elevator turnover authorizations, accounts receivable, write-offs, credits and other necessary approvalsMaintains strong familiarity of company products by attending company training classes and reviewing factory equipment updates and supplier goodsIncludes a strong understanding of TK Elevator, and its area and company mission and objectives, ethical standards and code of conductPrioritizes and supports all US Field Operations and Area initiatives and supports the execution of initiatives and processes within the area and branchesActively participates in branch coordination meetings; includes interfacing with corporate departments, including legal and labor relations, and collaborates with the factory as the main point of contact for area modernizationPossible direct project field crew oversight or project responsibilities on special tasks or projectsPerforms other duties as assignedBenefits Salary range is $152,000 to $226,000The role offers a vehicle allowance, fuel card, and a lucrative incentive program with a biannual payoutBenefits overview: health insurance, parental leave, wellness program, 401K, vacation pay, holiday pay, tuition assistance, free life insurance and disability insurance, among others#J-18808-Ljbffr