Project Manager

OTIS; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading elevator company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Project Manager to oversee large-scale installation projects. The successful candidate will manage project lifecycles from planning to completion. They should have at least 10 years of experience with OTIS Hi-rise installations and a strong background in project management, client relations, and compliance with safety standards. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Health insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience with OTIS Highrise installation.
• Proven experience managing large-scale elevator and escalator installation projects.
• Strong background in coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of installation projects.
• Develop strategic plans for project execution.
• Manage client relationships to ensure high satisfaction.

Skills

Project management

Resource planning

Client relationship management

Risk management

Team supervision

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent

Master’s degree in business administration

Tools

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Role Summary

The role holder is responsible for managing large-scale installation projects within OTIS, ensuring efficient execution from planning through to completion. Key responsibilities include:

• Project Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of the projects, ensuring alignment with project timelines and budget
• Program & Resource Planning: Coordinate project planning, manpower allocation, requisition of tools, and logistical requirements to meet project deliverables.
• Installation, T&C Progress & Monitoring: Track and report on-site progress, proactively addressing any delays or issues to ensure timely project delivery.
• Variation Orders: Identify and raise variation orders in response to client-driven changes in project specifications, ensuring proper documentation and approval.
• Compliance: Execute all duties in strict adherence to OTIS business policies, procedures, quality and safety standards

Strategic Responsibilities

• Project Execution Strategy: Develop and implement strategic plans for the successful execution of large-scale installation projects, aligning with organizational goals and client expectations.
• Resource Optimization: Strategically plan and allocate manpower, tools, and lifting equipment to maximize efficiency and minimize project delays or cost overruns.
• Client Relationship Management: Foster strong relationships with clients by proactively managing expectations, addressing changes in project scope, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Risk Management: Identify potential project risks early and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project continuity and safety compliance.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvements by analyzing project performance data, identifying bottlenecks, and recommending enhancements to installation methodologies and resource utilization.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and safety, to ensure alignment on project objectives and deliverables.
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure all project activities adhere to OTIS’s corporate policies, industry standards & code and local regulatory requirements.

Core Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Lead the project management function by setting clear direction, aligning internal and external stakeholders, proactively managing expectations, and ensuring alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables with a well‑structured execution plan from project initiation to final handover.
• Project‑Lifecycle Management: Manage the full project lifecycle—from the initiation of the subcontract agreement through installation to commissioning and final handover—ensuring timely and quality execution.
• Review contract specs and budget; monitor and report any non‑compliance.
• Track project budget versus actual and report potential overruns or re‑estimations.
• Monitor and adjust resources in line with baseline vs actual requirements.
• Design /Engineering / Method Statements Coordination: Collaborate with engineering, factories, and main contractor to prepare and submit layout drawings, RFIs, material samples, mock‑ups, MSRA, ITP, and logistics plans in accordance with contract specifications and tender documents.
• Ensure timely submission and secure necessary approvals to support uninterrupted execution.
• Site Preparation: Coordinate with stakeholders to prepare elevator and escalator shafts as per approved drawings, baseline program, and MSRA.
• Logistics Coordination: Plan and schedule delivery of materials, tools, and equipment in alignment with the baseline program.
• Provide secure, dry, lockable storage areas at sites.
• Oversee hoisting and placement of elevator machines into the lift machine room using the building’s tower crane.
• Material Delivery: Initiate and process RFMs; coordinate EXW dates to avoid delays.
• Work with Supply Chain and Project Logistics for on‑time delivery.
• Raise MIRs and obtain approval upon delivery in line with ITP.
• Installation Progress & Program Updates: Monitor progress and update baseline program.
• Ensure WIRs are raised and approved with QA/QC in line with MSRA and ITP.
• Interior Works: Monitor cabin interiors, landing architraves, and escalator cladding per baseline program.
• Coordinate with ID vendors for timely delivery of materials.
• Testing & Commissioning: Coordinate T&C departments, hiring qualified engineers and adjustors.
• Monitor adjustor availability and avoid delays.
• CTU Elevators: Plan, install, and commission CTU elevators.
• Ensure third‑party inspections and certifications.
• Confirm signed CTU agreements and availability of technicians.
• Manage spares and replacement parts.
• Prepare for final handover and refurbishments.
• Low Voltage Interface Works: Complete and commission LV interface systems, EMS, intercom, and supervisory panels.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor installation teams; submit WIRs and ITP approvals.
• Ensure inspections, rectifications, and final approvals comply with QA/QC procedures.
• Regulatory Compliance: Liaise with authorities for inspections and certifications.
• Deploy adjustors during civil defense inspection.
• Coordinate third‑party inspections upon power completion.
• Service Inspections: Support inspections during and after installation; prepare documentation.
• Schedule inspections and ensure readiness of site conditions.
• Project Closeout: Prepare and submit all closeout documents: as‑built drawings, OM, test certificates, warranties, final reports.
• Coordinate approvals from client, consultant, and authorities.
• Facilitate smooth handover.
• Client Engagement: Engage clients, manage expectations, and guide the team.
• Conduct weekly site walk‑throughs.
• Variation Order Management: Identify changes, initiate VOs, submit costs, and obtain approvals.
• Team Development: Conduct technical training sessions.
• Billing Coordination: Monitor progress for accurate billing.
• Submit documentation for invoicing and revenue recognition.
• Resolve billing queries and ensure financial closure.
• Safety Compliance: Follow OTIS safety protocols; conduct TBT/meetings; perform monthly FPA audits.
• Ensure compliance with OTIS safety procedure and MSRA.
• Secure approval for non‑standard works.
• Reporting: Submit regular project status reports with milestones, risks, and deviations.
• Report material delivery, shaft handover, installation status, and delays.
• Update baseline programs and submit monthly.
• Review weekly MOM from clients.

People Management

• Talent Development: Identify and nurture high‑potential team members.
• Team Supervision: Oversee daily activities, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Coaching & Feedback: Provide regular coaching and informal feedback to enhance performance.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent.
• Master’s degree in business administration is preferred.
• Professional Certifications: Certifications such as CCM or PMP are preferred.
• Years of Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience with OTIS Highrise installation; total 20+ years overall.
• Nature of Experience: Proven experience managing large‑scale elevator and escalator installation projects, from planning to commissioning and handover.
• Strong background in coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Expertise in site execution, resource planning, and technical submissions.
• Language Skills: Fluent written and spoken English; Arabic preferred.

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