Project Manager - Electronic Security Systems

SHD Recruitment; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the full lifecycle delivery of electronic security system projects across the UK and Europe. This role involves coordinating engineering teams, managing procurement, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in project management within relevant sectors, strong communication skills, and technical understanding of access control and CCTV systems.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project or construction management experience in relevant sectors.
• Strong technical understanding of high-end access control and CCTV platforms.
• Confident managing multiple workstreams across UK and EU project sites.

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 management

Leadership

Communication

Technical understanding of access control and CCTV

Job description

Overview

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.

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 / Qualifications

• 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