Project Manager - Electronic Security Systems

SHD Recruitment; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solutions provider is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee electronic security system projects across the UK and Europe. This leadership role involves managing the lifecycle delivery, coordinating teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate should possess over 8 years of experience in project management, particularly in the security or electrical sectors, with strong technical knowledge of access control systems. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to take ownership of major projects.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project or construction management experience in security or electrical sectors.
• Strong technical understanding of high-end access control and CCTV platforms.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from tender through to commissioning and handover.
• Coordinate engineering teams, subcontractors, and client stakeholders.
• Manage programme timelines, procurement, and financial tracking.

Skills

Project or construction management experience

Technical understanding of access control and CCTV

Communication and leadership skills

Coordination skills

Site safety and compliance knowledge

Job description

We are seeking a driven and experienced Project Manager to oversee the full lifecycle delivery of electronic security system projects across the UK and Europe. This is a key leadership role within a high‑performing team that delivers cutting‑edge access control and video solutions to global clients.

🛠 Key Responsibilities:

• Lead projects from tender through to commissioning and handover
• Coordinate engineering teams, subcontractors, and client stakeholders
• Manage programme timelines, procurement, and financial tracking (P&L)
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and CDM regulations
• Provide leadership across all phases including installation, testing, and commissioning

✅ Ideal Candidate:

• 8+ years of project or construction management experience in the security, electrical, or M&E sectors
• Strong technical understanding of high‑end access control and CCTV platforms
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills
• Confident managing multiple workstreams across UK and EU project sites
• Well‑versed in site safety, compliance, and quality assurance processes

🌟 Bonus Experience:

• Fast‑track delivery or critical infrastructure environments (e.g. data centres, airports)
• Experience with Smart Building solutions or integrated platforms (e.g. BMS, lighting, VMS)

This is a unique opportunity to join a progressive and well‑respected company delivering enterprise‑level security solutions across Europe. If you're ready to take ownership of major projects and thrive under pressure, apply today