Principal Modernization Project Manager

Otis Elevator Co.•Los Angeles, CA

11d•$116,000 - $159,500•Onsite

About The Position

Otis Elevator Company is seeking a highly motivated Modernization Project Manager to coordinate multiple modernization installation projects. The role is responsible for ensuring projects are completed efficiently, within budget and schedule, and in accordance with technical and safety standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. It coordinates contract activities from award through completion and reviews project progress and contract documents to confirm they reflect the required scope. The position works with client representatives—including general contractors, owners, building managers, architects, designers, government authorities, and regulatory agencies—as well as internal sales staff, superintendents, and senior leadership. The role administers construction processes and contracts, including billing, consultant and contractor payments, requests for information, change orders, and project cash coverage. It also interprets contract documents and modifications to assess costs and helps develop estimate contingencies. Otis describes itself as a global elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company with 72,000 employees and operations in more than 200 countries and territories. The company highlights its focus on safety, ethics, and quality, and its commitment to employee opportunity, training, and development.

Requirements

At least 3 years of elevator industry project management and/or construction experience.
Familiarity with cost estimating, scheduling, and contract administration.
Ability to read and review architectural and structural drawings.
Team-oriented and adaptable in dynamic settings.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for developing stakeholder relationships.
Self-motivated and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency with Microsoft software in technical environments.
Strong leadership, time management, and organizational skills.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Otis does not support visa sponsorship, including H-1B or TN petitions or applications, for this position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget while meeting technical and safety standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.
Coordinate contract activities from project award through completion and review project progress to ensure contract documents reflect the required project scope.
Communicate with client representatives, including general contractors, owners, building managers, architects, designers, government authorities, and regulatory agencies, about project design, preparation, and installation scheduling.
Work with internal sales staff, superintendents, and senior leadership to achieve successful financial and customer outcomes.
Administer contracts and construction processes, including billing, consultant and contractor payments, processing requests for information, managing change order opportunities, and maximizing project cash coverage.
Interpret construction contract documents and modifications to determine the cost of changes.
Analyze situations and assist in developing contingencies for estimates.

Benefits

401(k) plan with a generous company match and automatic retirement contribution.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and eligible dependents.
Three weeks of paid vacation and paid company holidays.
Paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Voluntary legal, pet, home, and auto insurance options.
Birth/adoption and parental leave benefits, plus adoption assistance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Service anniversary recognition and spot performance bonus opportunities.
Training and resources for developing leadership and professional capabilities.
Employee Scholar Program sponsorship for degrees or certification programs.