Project Engineer

Otis Elevator Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading elevator solutions provider in Dubai seeks a Project Manager with at least 5 years of elevator industry experience. The successful candidate will manage pre-installation and installation phases, coordinating with various teams to ensure project delivery on time and within budget. Fluency in English and Chinese, along with strong communication and project management skills, is essential. This role offers an opportunity to lead dynamic projects in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-year Elevator industry experience.
• Strong communication skills to build relationships with customers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all pre-installation works and ensure contractual compliance.
• Coordinate with contractors and ensure timely project execution.
• Oversee installation and conduct risk assessments.
• Prepare and present cost reviews to management.
• Manage project budget and prepare cost reviews.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Chinese

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Team-oriented

Self-motivated

Tools

Microsoft-based software

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-11-24

Country:

United Arab Emirates

Location:

Otis L.L.C, 37th floor, The One Tower, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Manage all pre-installation works

• Ensure availability of adequate and firsthand information of contractual scope of works and deliveries.
• Plan material deliveries in conjunction with factory and supply chain
• Monitor shaft readiness and ensure shafts dimensions are as per approved shop drawings
• Ensure adequate resources planning to meet project’s contractual requirements.
• Award Purchase order for Sub contractors, local materials in conjunction with Project Manager and supply chain

Coordination with main contractors, architects, and consultant teams on the projects requirement

• Shop drawings, Technical submittal ,Material sample, Method statement & Inspection and Test Plan approval
• Plan and arrange Logistic programme for safe and timely deliveries of Escalators and elevator material inside the building premises
• Submitting daily, weekly and monthly reports to main contractor ( as applicable according to project requirement)
• Attend weekly/Bi weekly meetings with MC
• Advice MC of any deviation to scope of works and book Variation order
• Carry out Technical co-ordination and planning to interface elevators with Low Voltage devices

Installation Phase

• Ensure Adequate resources are available (sub contractors employees, safe and certified capital tools)
• Raise Material Inspection Request upon deliveries of materials and approval
• Ensue proper communication/letters/ records keeping with the MC in conjunction with Project Manager pertaining to all aspects of the project
• Follow up of installation progress through MS Projects, Primavera or excel spread sheet as required.
• Plan risk assessment prior to hoisting and rigging and other critical activities
• Conduct TBT/FPA and ensure all other safety aspects are adhered to as per company’s laid down safety procedures
• Follow installation progress through MS Projects, Primavera or excel spread sheet as required
• Raise Trouble reports for any missing, short shipped , defective materials and follow up their deliveries
• Advice /Support installation teams for any installation related issues
• Ensure installation manuals, Engineering drawings , approved shop drawings are available at all times
• Coordination with supply chain to ensure local materials are ordered and available on a timely manner
• Ensure in stage QA/QC are carried out as per company’s laid down procedures
• Ensure T&C plan and availability of adjustors to meet project’s deadline
• Ensure timely readiness of Construction time usage as per project’s requirement
• Ensure completion of Low voltage interfaces to elevator systems on a timely manner
• Ensure timely submission of monthly Interim payment applications and follow up payments
• Carry out Third party inspections as required
• Handover the units to customers in line with Company’s policy and project’s requirement

1. Coordination with internal supporting departments (local engineering team, factory team, supply chain, finance) on all relevant areas to fulfill project deliveries.
2. Manage and responsible for the projects budget; including preparation and presentation of cost review to finance and management team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 5-year Elevator industry experience.
• Candidate should be fluent in English and Chinese
• 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
• Candidate should be comfortable in a technical environment utilizing Microsoft based computer software

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].