Manager, New Equipment Ops

About the Role

In this role you will oversee the planning and execution of new‑equipment installation, construction, and modernization projects across the Ottawa territory. You will supervise mechanics and installation crews, manage budgets, and ensure projects are completed on schedule while maintaining safety standards. You will also perform regular safety audits, develop logistics plans, and coordinate material deliveries and purchase orders to support seamless project flow. • Direct and supervise field operations for new equipment installations in the Ottawa territory. • Lead construction mechanics and installation teams to meet estimate targets. • Manage project costs, ensuring they stay within estimates and develop contingencies. • Conduct field safety audits, jobsite inspections, and create safety/logistics plans. • Coordinate material deliveries and issue purchase orders. • Forecast and schedule labor resources to ensure on‑time project completion. • Provide field education training to maintain a safe working environment. • Build professional relationships with co‑workers, clients, government authorities, and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸equipment installation
• ▸team supervision
• ▸cost management
• ▸safety audits
• ▸logistics planning
• ▸material coordination

What You Bring

Posted on January 20 2026, this opportunity is based in Ottawa, Ontario (2480 Lancaster Road). Otis is seeking a talented new‑equipment field leader who shares our commitment to safety, ethics, quality, innovation and employee growth. Successful candidates will have at minimum a high school diploma, with a bachelor’s degree being advantageous. Experience leading technical teams, preferably in the elevator industry, along with strong communication, self‑motivation, and proficiency in Microsoft software are essential. • High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred. • Prior experience leading technician teams; elevator industry experience recommended. • Strong written and verbal communication, self‑motivation, and ability to handle multiple projects. • Proficient with Microsoft‑based software; strong leadership, decision‑making, time‑management skills.

Requirements

• ▸high school
• ▸bachelor’s
• ▸leadership
• ▸elevator
• ▸microsoft
• ▸communication

Benefits

We foster a diverse, global team guided by our Three Absolutes—Safety, Ethics and Quality—and invest in employee development through training, leadership programs and the Employee Scholar Program. Otis is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to inclusion, ESG initiatives, and providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Work Environment

Field