Principal Modernization Project Manager

Date Posted: 2026-10-12 Country: United States of America Location: OT335: SA - LOS ANGELES, CA 2701 Media Center Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90065 USA

Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity?

Otis Elevator Company is searching for a highly motivated Modernization Project Manager to oversee coordination of activities on multiple modern installation projects. The Modernization Project Manager will ensure efficiency, cost containment, and customer satisfaction.

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 the project award stage to completion or 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 multiple client representatives including general contractors, owners, building managers, architects and designers, 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 the financial and customer perspectives

Candidate should be versed in contract writing & 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 estimates

What you will need to be successful:

3+ years elevator industry project management and/or construction experience needed

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 communication skills, both written and verbal, for developing relationships with stakeholders

Self-motivated, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously

Proficient in Microsoft software within technical environments

Strong leadership, time management, and organizational skills

High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred

Additional Comments:

Given the nature of the position, Otis Elevator does not support sponsorship, e.g. H-1B or TN petitions/applications, for this position.

What we offer:

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.

The salary range for this role is $116,000-$159,500. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range 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 world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 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 and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 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 an 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 you’ll 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 Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here .

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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 careers@otis.com.

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