Low Voltage Project Manager

Manatal; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Manatal is seeking a responsive Low Voltage Project Manager to lead on-site low-voltage, structured cabling, telecommunications, and security projects in Lowell, AR. You will manage from inception to completion, with occasional after-hours escalations, in a fast-paced environment.

This on-site, day-shift role requires strong problem-solving and communication skills, coordinating field techs, vendors, and stakeholders while ensuring safety and quality on every site.

Qualifications

• Experience managing low-voltage, structured cabling, telecommunications or electronic security projects.
• Strong knowledge of CAT5/CAT6, fiber optics, security systems and low-voltage infrastructure.
• Ability to read engineered drawings, blueprints and bid specifications.
• Proficient with PC, email, spreadsheets and Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of business operations, financial tracking, labor forecasting and vendor coordination.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, highly organized with attention to detail.
• College degree preferred; equivalent industry experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete lifecycle of low-voltage and technology infrastructure projects from planning to closeout.
• Develop and manage project budgets; track labor and material costs.
• Monitor progress against milestones; coordinate vendor and field technician deliverables.
• Review engineered drawings, risers, device schedules and bid specs.
• Coordinate field technicians, cross-functional teams and subcontractors on-site.
• Serve as primary client contact; provide progress updates and manage expectations.
• Enforce OSHA safety requirements across all projects.

Skills

Low-voltage systems

Structured cabling

Project management

Reading blueprints

Vendor coordination

Communication

Budgeting

Education

College degree preferred; equivalent industry experience

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Low Voltage Project Manager to lead and oversee the successful execution of low-voltage technology, structured cabling, telecommunications, and security integration projects from inception to completion. Located on-site in Lowell, AR, this role is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at technical problem-solving, and is dedicated to delivering high-quality outcomes for key client accounts.

While this is primarily an on-site, day-shift position (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM), the Project Manager will occasionally be required to handle overnight or after-hours escalations as project demands dictate.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Lifecycle Management: Oversee the complete lifecycle of complex low-voltage and technology infrastructure projects, including planning, estimating, bidding, resource allocation, execution, and project closeout.


• Financial & Budget Oversight: Develop and manage project budgets, track labor and material costs, execute procurement, and ensure projects are delivered within estimated financial parameters.


• Schedule & Deliverable Tracking: Monitor project progress against critical milestones, coordinate vendor and field technician deliverables, and adjust schedules to maintain on-time completion.


• Technical Coordination: Review engineered drawings, risers, device schedules, and bid specifications for structured cabling, fiber optics, access control, CCTV, and telecommunications deployments.


• Cross-Functional Leadership: Coordinate field technicians, cross-functional teams, and subcontractors, providing clear direction and occasional on-site coordination.


• Client & Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong ongoing relationships, delivering regular progress updates, and managing expectations.


• Safety & Compliance: Enforce all company and OSHA jobsite safety requirements across all assigned projects.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Proven project management experience managing project scope, budget, and schedule specifically within the low-voltage, structured cabling, telecommunications, or electronic security integration fields.


• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of CAT5/CAT6, fiber optics, security systems, and low-voltage infrastructure. Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings, architectural blueprints, and bid specifications.


• Software Proficiency: Proficient with personal computers, email systems, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office software.


• Operational Acumen: Strong understanding of business operations, financial tracking, labor forecasting, and vendor coordination.


• Soft Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication, strong organizational abilities, acute attention to detail,and proven task prioritization under pressure.


• Education: College degree preferred, but equivalent industry experience will be considered.

Compensation & Work Schedule

• Salary Range: $65,000 – $105,000 per year (basedexperience).


• Schedule: Standard office hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday) with availability for occasional after-hours/overnight support.


• Location: On-site (Lowell, AR).