Specialist, Project Manager

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Otis Elevator Company is searching for a Project Manager to manage and oversee elevator modernization projects. In this role, you would be responsible for the overall project health, including driving all planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out activities for elevator modernization projects. You will work closely and collaborate with cross-functional teams comprised of sales, operations, and field management colleagues.

As a member of our team, you will spend your time between the office and the field, working in a fast-paced office environment. The total number of projects that you will manage at any given time will depend on level of experience paired with the PM level hired at. You will report to a Lead Project Manager who will provide you will access to training and development opportunities .

Location: Chicago DT; Columbus, OH; Indianapolis, IN; Pittsburgh, PA

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 project award stage to completion of 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 project stakeholders including general contractors, owners, building managers, architects and designers, subcontractors, 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 financial and customer experience perspectives

• Candidate should be versed in contracts and 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 project re-estimates

• Survey existing elevator components in elevator machine rooms, hoistways and pits, cab interiors, and lobbies prior to ordering equipment for installation .

• Prepare submittals (shop drawings, product information and specifications) and other contract documents for design approval and then route to customer representatives prior to releasing equipment into manufacturing .

• Effectively manage the procurement of all materials and any subcontractor labor required for each project .

What you will need to be successful:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Vocational, associates, bachelors, or masters degrees preferred

• At least five years of vertical transportation project management and/or related construction management experience required

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred, but not required

• Strong organizational skills to ensure projects are completed efficiently and smoothly

• Advanced knowledge of the fundamentals of project management with a keen ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines and keep projects on track .

• Knowledge of the principles of cost estimating, scheduling, and contract administration

• Ability to read, review, and interpret architectural and structural drawings

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

• VERY strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 software programs (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Teams)

• Resilient, positive, collaborative, problem-solving attitude

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

The salary range for this role is $92,000-$115,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range and grade may change in the future. Pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

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Otis is the worlds leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. W e move 2 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.2 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio .

You may recognize our products in some of the world s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa a nd the Petronas Twin Towers ! We are 69,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians , all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.

When you join Otis, you become part of a n innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities youll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge .

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and M ajor Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs .

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