Senior Project Manager - Low Voltage / Building Technology

JE Dunn Construction; Camden; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the Aptitude program across various project phases. This role involves strategic direction, operational excellence, and financial management, ensuring projects meet or exceed contractual and financial targets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT and project management, with a strong emphasis on communication and relationship-building skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, where your contributions will significantly impact project success and drive the company’s vision forward.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT, Security, or Life Safety systems required.
• 8+ years project management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Aptitude program across all project phases.
• Manage project budgets, costs, and projections.
• Coordinate technology design and construction efforts.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Communication Skills

Technical Expertise

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, IT, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Best People + Right Culture

These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success.

By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and sharing in the company's rewards, we've maintained a sustainable growth in our industry for over 100 years.

Aptitude, JE Dunn's strategic partner for technology integration services, was created to meet the complex demands of modern building projects.

Our diverse teams across the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places every day, and we need inspired individuals like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection.

This position requires extensive travel to projects across the US, potentially up to 100%. Applicants must be willing to travel extensively for this role.

Role Summary

The Senior Aptitude Project Manager will lead the Aptitude program across all project phases, providing strategic direction, operational excellence, financial management, team leadership, and stakeholder relationship management to meet or exceed contractual and financial targets, aligned with JE Dunn's strategy, vision, and values.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

• Support all aspects of the company's safety culture and promote an injury-free environment.
• Coordinate technology design and construction efforts to meet standards.
• Provide technical expertise in design assist, installation, and network integration.
• Create scope of work and responsibility matrices for projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and obtain vendor and trade partner pricing for budgets and proposals.
• Manage project budgets, costs, and projections.
• Develop and enforce Aptitude processes and standards.
• Lead and motivate team members in line with JE Dunn's values.
• Support deployment of Aptitude strategies to meet project goals.
• Participate in communication programs to market and deliver technology services.
• Manage budgets, schedules, staffing, billing, and collections.
• Develop project plans with tasks, resources, and timelines.
• Track progress and report on milestones.
• Communicate and resolve issues promptly.
• Evaluate project performance post-completion.
• Properly manage and archive project documents.

Additional Responsibilities

Maintain professional knowledge, engage with civic organizations, manage client relationships, oversee strategic direction, and lead staffing and growth initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Accuracy and timeliness in work.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to present effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to develop proposals, fees, and work plans.
• Strong interpersonal skills and self-motivation.
• Understanding of project processes.
• Relationship building and collaboration skills.
• Budget management and profitability maximization.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, IT, or related field (required).
• Relevant experience may substitute for education.

• 10+ years in IT, Security, or Life Safety systems (required).
• 8+ years project management experience (required).

Working Environment

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Willingness to travel and work non-traditional hours.
• Exposure to extreme conditions possible.

Benefits & Equal Opportunity

Details about the benefits package and our commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment are provided. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request.