Project Manager

Evolution (Electronic Security Systems) Ltd; Oslo; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Mobile phone and laptop

Company uniform and PPE

25 days annual leave + local bankholid

Pension

Death in service benefit

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Evolution (Electronic Security Systems) Ltd in Oslo is seeking a Project Manager to lead security system installation projects across customer sites, overseeing planning, scheduling, and handover.

You will supervise Installation Engineers and contractors, ensure health & safety compliance, and keep stakeholders informed through the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' Project Management experience in a comparable range of projects.
• Strong practical knowledge of installing Electronic Security Systems.
• Training in, or awareness of, NEC3/4, JCT contracting forms.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, install, and hand over projects assigned by the Operations Director.
• Review project requirements with OD and Sales to address early queries.
• Monitor schedules and profitability; report developments to Operations Manager.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Planning

Communication

Education

Contract knowledge training (NEC3/4, JCT)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft 365

Visio

Job costing software

Job description

The Project Manager (PM) will work as part of a dedicated team responsible for delivering Security System installations across a range of customer sites. In this position, you will oversee and coordinate the delivery of full or partial installation projects, ensuring smooth execution from start to finish. Success in this role requires strong initiative, autonomy, and the ability to adapt to evolving business needs and varying project demands. You will also supervise Installation Engineers and any appointed Contractors, ensuring full compliance with the company's and the client's Health & Safety and Environmental Policy requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• The Operations Director (OD) will assign new projects to the PM. You will then take ownership of planning, scheduling, installation, and project handover.
• Upon receiving a new job file, you will review the project with the OD to ensure full understanding of the contract requirements. You will also verify that the specified equipment forms a functional and appropriate system, working closely with the Sales team and the customer to address any early-stage queries.
• You will review and implement any predetermined programme of works and delivery schedules. Any changes will be communicated proactively to both the customer and the Sales team. If no schedule has been agreed, you will inform the customer of the proposed programme at the earliest opportunity.
• You will monitor the profitability of all assigned projects and review progress regularly, informing the Operations Manager (OM) of any developments through scheduled Project Reviews.
• You will keep customers and other relevant stakeholders fully informed throughout the project lifecycle. You will also arrange or deliver any necessary customer training and ensure that commissioning and completion certificates are obtained and issued
• You will ensure that all required documentation is prepared and provided in the correct format at project handover.
• You will supply feedback and information to support efficient and accurate customer invoicing for all ongoing projects

Requirements

• A minimum of two years' Project Management experience, covering a comparable range of project types and values.
• Strong practical knowledge of installing Electronic Security Systems.
• Training in, or a good awareness of, standard forms of contract such as NEC3/4, JCT etc.
• Ability to create and interpret programmes of work using Microsoft Project or similar planning tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, Visio, and job costing software.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English and Norwegian.

Benefits

• Company vehicle
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Company uniform and PPE
• 25 days annual leave + local bank holidays
• Pension
• Death in service benefit
• Private medical insurance
• Competitive salary plus overtime