Onsite Physical Security Project Manager - Field Delivery

American Electric Power; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Physical Security Project Manager Associate to execute small security projects with oversight on scope, cost, and delivery. The role emphasizes governance, budgeting, and collaboration with internal and external partners in a fast-paced environment.

It is a hybrid role with 70% onsite work and 30% field work, including some overnight travel. The position supports delivery of secure, reliable, and cost-effective security solutions while maintaining transparent

Qualifications

• Governance, alignment, assurance, management, integration, optimization, tracking finances and infrastructure.
• Understanding of Physical Security trends and risk-based decision making.
• Experience coordinating and communicating with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute security projects with focus on scope, cost, schedule and quality.
• Lead planning meetings, provide status updates, and produce concise written reports.
• Coach and develop the project team to achieve timely, cost-effective results.
• Promote continuous improvement within project teams and delivery practices.
• Interface with site execution teams, contractors, and senior management.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Communication

Risk management

Security awareness

Education

Bachelor degree in Business/CS/Construction or related field

Associates degree with 2 years of related experience

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of related experience

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking a Physical Security Project Manager Associate to execute small security projects with oversight on scope, cost, and delivery. The role emphasizes governance, budgeting, and collaboration with internal and external partners in a fast-paced environment.

It is a hybrid role with 70% onsite work and 30% field work, including some overnight travel. The position supports delivery of secure, reliable, and cost-effective security solutions while maintaining transparent