Project Manager

At KONE, you'll find innovation that goes somewhere.

We see a future of smart cities. As an innovation leader in the elevator and escalator industry, our award-winning products and solutions continue to push boundaries, rethinking how we use buildings for life, work and play.

The future of work is flexibility.

At KONE we believe that creating flexibility in where, when, and how we work will help us to engage and retain our people. With flexible working we can increase the diversity in our teams as well as improve the well-being of our employees. Having listened to our employees and candidates, KONE Australia and New Zealand launched our Flexible Work Framework and Guide in April of 2022. The majority of our office-based teams have adopted a hybrid model with 3 days in the office per week. Don't hesitate to reach out to the Talent Acquisition Team (careers@kone.com) for more information on KONE's approach to flexible work.

Our work will take you in different directions.

KONE are looking for a Project Manager to join our high performing Modernisation team in Melbourne. You will manage a diverse portfolio of projects and take ownership of cost control, quality outcomes, time and effectively managing stakeholder relationships.

What will you be doing?

• Proactively manage communication with customers and key stakeholders throughout the installation process
• Manage risk reviews and status updates
• Ensure adherence with clearly defined procedures and guidelines
• Achieve KONE's safety targets by driving/ maintaining a safety focused culture
• Ensuring compliance to policy requirements
• Partner with key internal teams in pre-tender and tender activities 

What are we looking for?

• Degree in Project Management or related field desired
• Prior working experience within the elevator industry an advantage
• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end project management
• Experience managing projects over $5M in value an advantage
• Strong experience in business strategy and a high financial acumen with experience in controlling project budgets
• A strong decision maker who turns business strategy into objectives, actions and then outcomes
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent business partnering and leadership skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced commercial environment
• Strong influencing and negotiation sills
• Resilient and persevering approach

What do we offer?

• Great benefits and remuneration – Base + car allowance+ bonus
• Work with industry-leading products and technology
• Join a global organisation with a strong focus on training, safety and quality
• Career progression opportunities within a global organisation
• Total reward elements that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a great place to work
• Comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills
• Excellent culture and supportive team

The breadth of our business means career pathways both local and abroad. You’ll be inspired by what’s possible, using each new experience as a stepping stone to where you want to go.

Note: Applicants must either be a permanent resident or citizen of Australia or New Zealand to apply for this position.

KONE is an equal opportunity employer who supports inclusive, flexible, and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes persons with disabilities, culturally, religiously, and linguistically diverse people, diverse age groups, diverse sexual orientation, and gender.

We are committed to working in partnership with and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and organisations by recognising and respecting the diversity of cultures, identity, heritage, languages, and social and spiritual systems practiced.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on www.kone.com/careers