Construction Supervisor (Elevators & Escalators)

Construction Supervisor

Country: Japan

Location: Tokyo, Osaka, Hokkaido, Miyagi, Kanazawa, Saitama, Chiba, Kanagawa, Shizuoka, Nagoya, Hiroshima, Fukuoka

Are you looking to move back to Japan or interested in relocating to Japan?

If you are engineering-qualified and a native Japanese speaker or possess N1-level Japanese language proficiency, this is your opportunity to build your career with Otis the worlds #1 elevator company.

This role requires relocation to Japan, and we welcome global talent who are either native Japanese or have N1-level proficiency and are willing to relocate and work in Japan with a globally recognized brand.

Join Otis and become part of a company that moves more than 2.4 billion people every day across the world.

Apply today by clicking the link below.

Job Overview

Would you like to work at Otis?

Otis offers a work environment that emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and empowermentsupporting the growth of both our people and our company.

This position is responsible for overall construction management at sites where Otis elevators are installed. You will coordinate closely with customers, field partners (installation contractors), and Otis sales representatives, overseeing the entire process from pre-construction meetings through final handover.

Work Flow

Pre-Construction Meeting (Approximately 2 months before start)

• Conduct advance discussions with customers regarding installation details, assembly work, and construction schedules.

Construction Preparation (Approximately 1 month before start)

• Hold site meetings with field partners (installation contractors).
• Arrange necessary equipment and resources for the site.

Construction Start and Execution

• Once construction begins, manage progress across assigned sites.
• For large-scale projects, on-site presence may be required.

Handover

• Perform final inspections prior to customer handover to ensure the product operates correctly and without malfunction.
• Deliver safe and reliable products to customers.

The overall process from pre-meeting to handover typically takes approximately 34 months.

Why This Role Is Easy to Work In

Super Flextime System

Otis operates a flextime system with no core or flexible time restrictions (currently available only at the East Japan Branch [Tokyo] and West Japan Branch [Osaka]).

While hours vary depending on site conditions, there may be days when work concludes earlysuch as leaving at 3:00 PM after completing site work.

Direct Commute to and from Sites

Direct travel to and from job sites is permitted. You can independently plan your site visits and schedule, enabling a high level of flexibility in how you work.

A Skill-Building Environment

Exposure to a Wide Range of Projects, Including Large-Scale Sites

Projects include public transportation facilities, commercial properties, and high-rise buildings exceeding 200 meters in height.

Frequent involvement in large-scale installations and exposure to a wide range of equipment models provide excellent opportunities for skill and career advancement at any stage of your professional life.

Strong Certification Support

Otis fully covers costs associated with obtaining certifications such as Electrician and Construction Management Engineer licenses. You will also gain the practical experience required for certification eligibility.

A robust distance learning program enables employees to earn qualifications while continuing to work.

Qualifications

Education / Industry Experience:

• No educational background or industry experience required

Required:

• Valid drivers license (automatic transmission accepted)
• At least 1 year of construction management experience

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with machinery or equipment installation (e.g., air conditioning systems)
• Experience in facilities-related work
• Welding experience
• Electrician certification
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or electronic systems

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Interested in building a long-term career with a world-class specialized manufacturer
• Motivated to steadily enhance technical expertise through strong training programs
• Seeks stable, long-term employment with robust benefits
• Values performance over tenure or employment history
• Wants to deliver products and services they can confidently stand behind
• Prefers working in a highly compliance-conscious environment

Working Hours & Conditions

• Working Hours: 08:45 17:30
• Overtime: Yes (average 35 hours per month)
• Special Overtime Clause (36 Agreement):
• In cases of tight project schedules or unforeseen circumstances, overtime may be extended up to 75 hours per month and 540 hours per year, up to six times annually.

Compensation & Benefits

• Monthly Salary: JPY 250,000 400,000
• Salary Increase: Yes
• Average increase rate: 4.3% per month (current fiscal year actuals)
• Bonus: Yes
• Total bonus equivalent: 6.239 months salary (previous fiscal year actuals)

Additional Information

• Future relocation may be required (regional assignment system in place)
• Compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and previous salary
• Paid leave is granted upon joining; previous entitlement will be considered
• Company-wide average paid leave taken in FY20245: 14 days

Otis provides intensive training in technology, processes, and skills unique to a specialized manufacturer.

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About Otis

Otis is the worlds largest company dedicated to the manufacturing, installation, and servicing of elevators and escalators. Otis-branded elevators move more than 2.4 billion people every day, with a service portfolio exceeding 2.4 million units, the largest in the industry.

Otis products are installed in global landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa, and Petronas Twin Towers.

With more than 72,000 employees worldwide, including engineers, IT professionals, sales teams, corporate staff, factory employees, and field technicians, Otis serves customers and passengers across more than 200 countries and regions. We are proud to be a fast-moving, high-performance organization with a diverse global team and a proven legacy of innovation.

By joining Otis, you become part of a team that has been growing and succeeding for generations. Through your contributions and the skills you gain alongside talented colleagues, we continue to lead our industry.

Otis offers extensive learning opportunities, including Otis University leadership and capability development programs and an employee tuition assistance program supporting degree and certification attainment.

Our Values

Today more than ever, we focus on people. As a global organization, we place passengers, customers, and employees at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values known as the Three Absolutes: Safety, Ethics, and Quality, which we prioritize in all activities.

For more information about our ESG initiatives, please click here.

Otis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, disability, veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.

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