Security Project Manager

Apex M&E Solutions Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Pension

Private Healthcare

Training & Progression opportunities

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Apex M&E Solutions Ltd is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead installation projects across Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Alarms, and related systems. You will manage a portfolio of projects, guide a Project Manager under your supervision, and ensure delivery to quality, compliance and client satisfaction.

A significant portion of time will be on-site, coordinating with engineering teams and clients within London and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Senior Project Manager with proven installation project delivery experience.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation projects for Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Alarm and related systems.
• Attend and contribute to regular internal meetings and planning sessions.
• Oversee full lifecycle of installation projects from initiation to handover.
• Plan, schedule, and allocate resources effectively.
• Manage budgets and track progress against milestones.
• Provide on-site leadership and ensure quality assurance across projects.
• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety and British Standards.

Skills

Security industry

Access Control

CCTV

Intruder Alarm

Team leadership

Budget management

Client liaison

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager on behalf of a well established security provider who design, supply, install, support and maintain electronic security solutions. Established over 25 years, they supply a range of products including Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Alarms and Integration. The majority of their client base is within the commercial and government sectors. The Senior Project Manager will lead the delivery of installation projects across Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Alarm, and associated systems. In addition to managing their own portfolio of projects, the Senior Project Manager will oversee and support a Project Manager, providing leadership, technical guidance, and coordination to ensure projects meet company standards of quality, compliance, and client satisfaction. This role encompasses project planning, technical oversight, team leadership, and client-facing responsibilities. A significant portion of your time will be spent on-site, maintaining visibility across key projects and supporting both engineering teams and the Project Manager under your supervision. This is a permanent position, working Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm (very flexible), paying £50k - £60k per annum depending on experience. Their office is based in Hertford however they would ideally like someone located within the M25 and surrounding counties as the projects are predominantly within London. Perks include Car Allowance, Pension, Private Healthcare, Training & Progression opportunities and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Senior Projects Manager of Installations for Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Alarm and other associated Systems.
• Attend and contribute to regular internal meetings (e.g. team catch-ups, coordination calls, weekly planning meetings).
• Full lifecycle management of installation projects (initiation to handover).
• Planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Budget management and progress tracking.
• On-site project leadership and quality assurance.
• Attending Site Meetings.
• Identification and agreement of variations or additional works, alongside the commercial team.
• Set clear goals, monitor performance, and conduct regular 1:1’s and team reviews.
• Identify skills gaps and ensure appropriate training and professional development.
• Ownership of KPIs, reporting on project delivery performance.
• Collaborating with other department managers to align project delivery processes with company standards.
• Acting as a senior point of contact for key client relationships.
• Ensure yourself and your team’s full compliance with the Company’s Health & Safety Policy.
• Ensure projects are delivered to the latest British Standards, NSI requirements, and legislative frameworks.

Skills & Attributes

• Previous experience working within the security industry.
• Good knowledge of Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Alarm and other associated Systems.
• Ability to motivate and lead teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good level of IT skills to include, Microsoft word, Excel and Outlook.
• Valid UK driving license