Sr. Ops Manager, New Equipment & Modernization

Otis Elevator Co. • Miami, FL

32d

About The Position

We are made to MOVE you. Moving 2.3 billion people a day, Otis is the World’s leading provider of elevators, escalators, and walkways. We give people freedom to connect in a taller, faster, smarter world. Otis Elevator Company is searching for a highly motivated Sr Operations Manager for New Equipment & Modernization to lead a high performing team within the South Florida & The Bahamas operating territory. The Sr. Operations Manager for New Equipment & Modernization will be responsible for managing al operations processes, providing direction for continuous improvement initiatives, and meeting or exceeding the operating territory’s business objectives. You will lead the New Equipment & Modernization operations colleague activities related to building and maintaining current customer loyalty and expanding the existing portfolio. You will be responsible for day-to-day management of field staff, employee selection, field training, and safety. This individual will also lead operations efforts and priorities to ensure superior customer satisfaction in South Florida operating territory in direct reporting partnership with the General Manager. Your Leadership Impact Partner with and support the General Manager in all areas to develop and implement the operating territory operations business plan for both financial and non-financial objectives Lead the performance of field operations for all New Equipment & Modernization projects while maintaining project schedules and ensure deadlines are met Set expectations for Field Technician engagement and provide Superintendents with the support necessary to provide ongoing training and performance management essential to productivity and quality improvement and ensuring the active participation of all mechanics in performance reviews Develop action plans to address deficiencies regarding safety, performance to estimates, and technical support Recommend and detail changes in New Equipment and Modernization documentation, methods, process, design, and delivery Set budgets for material and labor within Otis guidelines and complete the required New Equipment Installation and Modernizations within those budgets Conduct field education training ensuring that we create and maintain a safe working environment Perform field safety audits, jobsite inspections, and develop site safety/logistics plans Ensure coordination of personnel and product safety responsibilities including driving personnel safety training and process adherence and the execution of proper technical training and equipment testing Engage in pro-active labor relations with local business agents with the support of Otis’ Labor Relations team Responsible for the hire and onboarding of new team members Interface with Product Line experts on operational challenges, including but not limited to product issues, safety concerns, parts fulfillment Lead the resolution of all customer issues within your operating territory as the key point of escalation including contractual disputes Coach, mentor, and develop your team of superintendents through aligned and clear operation goals and continued performance directly tied to targets and operation KPIs

Requirements

• Multiple years of experience in various assignments within the Company, in the Elevator industry, or in another service-oriented business.
• 5+ years people leadership experience in the elevator industry, or related industry
• Proven experience understanding financial statements, commercial contracts, and overall product knowledge and application
• Strong desire for candidates who have a proven track record of meeting financial goals and objectives
• 5+ years elevator industry management experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work 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
• Needs to be 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, goal-orientated, and self-motivated with strong time management and organizational skills
• Knowledge and strict enforcement of company EH&S policy and processes
• Bachelor’s degree highly desired, with 5 years of experience
• High school, or equivalent, plus 10 years of relevant experience
• Possess overall knowledge of product and product application; service techniques and procedures; ability to understand financial statements; legal awareness to contract terms and conditions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with and support the General Manager in all areas to develop and implement the operating territory operations business plan for both financial and non-financial objectives
• Lead the performance of field operations for all New Equipment & Modernization projects while maintaining project schedules and ensure deadlines are met
• Set expectations for Field Technician engagement and provide Superintendents with the support necessary to provide ongoing training and performance management essential to productivity and quality improvement and ensuring the active participation of all mechanics in performance reviews
• Develop action plans to address deficiencies regarding safety, performance to estimates, and technical support
• Recommend and detail changes in New Equipment and Modernization documentation, methods, process, design, and delivery
• Set budgets for material and labor within Otis guidelines and complete the required New Equipment Installation and Modernizations within those budgets
• Conduct field education training ensuring that we create and maintain a safe working environment
• Perform field safety audits, jobsite inspections, and develop site safety/logistics plans
• Ensure coordination of personnel and product safety responsibilities including driving personnel safety training and process adherence and the execution of proper technical training and equipment testing
• Engage in pro-active labor relations with local business agents with the support of Otis’ Labor Relations team
• Responsible for the hire and onboarding of new team members
• Interface with Product Line experts on operational challenges, including but not limited to product issues, safety concerns, parts fulfillment
• Lead the resolution of all customer issues within your operating territory as the key point of escalation including contractual disputes
• Coach, mentor, and develop your team of superintendents through aligned and clear operation goals and continued performance directly tied to targets and operation KPIs

Benefits

• We offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and an automatic retirement contribution for your future financial security from day one of your employment, you and your eligible dependents will receive comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, along with paid company holidays
• We provide paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs to support your well-being.
• Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family.
• Voluntary benefits, including options for legal, pet, home, and auto insurance.
• We offer generous birth/adoption and parental leave benefits, as well as adoption assistance, to support growing families.
• Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.
• Recognize and be recognized! We celebrate service anniversaries and offer spot performance bonus opportunities to show our appreciation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level