Modernization Project Manager

Date Posted:

2025-05-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

OT432: TH - Houston, TX 1289N Post Oak #100, Houston, TX, 77055 USA

Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity?

Otis Elevator Company is searching for a highly motivated Modernization Project Manager to oversee coordination of activities on multiple modernization projects.  The Modernization Project Manager will ensure efficiency, cost containment, and customer satisfaction.

On a typical day you will:

• Ensure flawless execution of each project by completing on schedule, within budget, and meets all technical & safety standards, regulatory compliance requirements, and customer expectations

• Coordinate all contract activities from the project award stage to completion or project and provide a progress review of projects to ensure that contract documents are consistent with the required scope of the project

• Proactively communicate with multiple client representatives including general contractors, owners, building managers, architects and designers, State and Local authorities, and regulatory agencies concerning project design, preparations, and scheduling of installation for the equipment

• Work closely with the internal sales staff, superintendents, and senior leadership to ensure a successful project from both the financial and customer perspectives

• Candidate should be versed in contract writing & administration and will perform customary construction process duties that include managing billing, consultant and contractors’ payments, processing RFIs and optimizing change order opportunities, as well as maximizing project cash coverage

• Accurately interpret construction contractual documents and contract modifications to determine cost of such change

• Accurately analyze situations and assist in developing contingencies for estimates

What you will need to be successful:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred

• Minimum of 2-3 years related project management and/or construction experience preferred

• Knowledge of the principals of cost estimating, scheduling, and contract administration desired

• Ability to read and review architectural and structural drawings a plus

• Capable of working in a highly team-oriented and dynamic environment

• Candidate must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively develop expectations and relationships with internal and external customers

• Self-motivated and able to manage many simultaneous projects and responsibilities

• Successful candidate should be very comfortable in a technical environment utilizing Microsoft based computer software

• Strong leadership skills and goal-orientated with strong time management and organizational skills

What’s In it For Me / Benefits

• You will receive a long-term employment contract with the world market leader in a crisis-proof industry.
• We offer you remuneration in accordance with local standards plus: benefits

We will train you intensively in the areas of technology, processes & soft skills and you can exchange ideas with experienced colleagues at any time.
 

Benefits: 

Otis currently provides our colleagues with the following benefits: 

• 401(k) plan that includes generous company match and a separate automatic retirement contribution 

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage for colleagues and their eligible dependents, beginning on their first day of employment 

• Three weeks paid vacation and paid company holidays  

• Paid sick leave - Employee assistance and wellness incentive programs 

• Life insurance and disability coverage 

• Voluntary benefits, such as legal, pet, home, and auto insurance 

• Birth/adoption and parental leave benefits 

• Adoption assistance 

• Tuition reimbursement program 

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