Project Manager (Specialist Security)

Verelogic; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security project management firm is looking for a Specialist Security Project Manager based in South Wales. The role requires managing the delivery of complex security installation projects for secure-sector clients, ensuring high standards of workmanship and effective communication with all stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess strong project management and organizational skills, relevant qualifications, and flexibility to travel across the UK. This position offers competitive compensation and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and forecasts.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate resources.
• Proven ability to handle change control and resolve issues under pressure.
• Solid understanding of construction legislation and Health & Safety requirements.
• Flexibility to travel and stay away from home when required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of specialist security installation projects.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and provide technical guidance.
• Liaise with contractors and client representatives across projects.
• Oversee project timelines, budgeting, and reporting.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Organizational skills

Project management software

Strong communication

Leadership

Education

Project management qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2, APM)

IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications

Tools

Cathexis VMS

Access control platforms (e.g., Honeywell, Lenel, Gallagher)

Job description

The role : Specialist Security Project Manager

Location: The position is based in the South Wales, Bristol, M4 / M5 or wider South West region, with travel across the UK as required.

Salary : £45K

A well-established electrical engineering and security specialist, operating across the UK, is expanding its project delivery team and seeking an experienced Specialist Security Project Manager. The successful applicant will work closely with a dedicated security division, supporting the delivery of complex projects within secure, custodial and blue-light environments. This forward-thinking organisation is known for investing in its people, offering strong professional development and the opportunity to work with market-leading experts.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of specialist security installation projects for secure-sector clients, including access control, CCTV and related safety systems.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship across installation teams and provide technical guidance where required. Knowledge of Cathexis VMS is beneficial, though full training can be provided.
• Liaise closely with principal contractors, client representatives, commissioning teams and service engineers across new builds, system upgrades and maintenance works.
• Identify opportunities to enhance system performance and recommend additional services or improvements.
• Oversee project timelines, resource planning, budgeting and progress reporting to ensure efficient and compliant delivery.

Key Requirements

• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and forecasts.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate resources and manage deadlines.
• Proven ability to handle change control and resolve issues under pressure.
• Competence in project management software and general IT systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead teams effectively.
• A solid understanding of construction legislation, technical documentation and Health & Safety requirements.
• Relevant industry certifications or project management qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2, APM).
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications are advantageous.
• Experience delivering data networks, workstations or server infrastructure is beneficial.
• Knowledge of major access control platforms (e.g., Honeywell, Lenel, Gallagher) is an advantage.
• Exposure to nurse call systems is useful.
• Full driving licence required (company vehicle provided).
• Ability to pass security vetting to NPPV3 level - essential for work within secure and blue-light environments.
• Flexibility to travel and stay away from home when attending site meetings or project-related activities across the UK.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary aligned with experience.
• Ongoing training, career development and the chance to work on high-profile secure-sector projects.
• The opportunity to join a growing organisation with multiple new contract wins and a strong reputation for excellence