Project Manager (Physical Security Systems)

QCIC group; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security project firm based in the United States is seeking an experienced Technical Security Project Manager to oversee large-scale security system projects. The role demands strong project management capabilities, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in managing multi-million dollar projects. Successful applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree and at least six years of experience in the security industry. Knowledge of construction plans and MS Office Suite is essential, with further requirements including PMP certification and factory certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• At least six years of large electronic and protective security project management experience.
• Proven ability to manage multi-million dollar security projects.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and documents.

Responsibilities

• Maintain communication with all project stakeholders.
• Manage project budget and project P&L.
• Implement changes in project and contract pricing.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical decision-making

Team player

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

We areseekingan experienced technicalsecurityproject manager to oversee the successful delivery ofthe securitysystems forlarge buildings. The individual needs to be experienced in a complex andfast-pacedenvironment and the role is best suited to someone with experience delivering large scale, complex,long-termprojects working between operation security teams and professional design/construction teams.

What you will do

• Maintain an active and thoughtful communication pattern with all project stakeholders, internal and external, while balancing time versus profits to make sure efforts reflect andanticipatedreturn (revenue,growthand customer retention)
• Consistently and effectivelydetermine,allocate, and maximize available resources through project planning to ensure the achievement of sales and project management objectives
• Establish andmaintainan in-depth knowledge of the industry and competitive practices as they relate to multiple markets
• Implement changes in project, contractpricingand installation plans to include the estimation,developmentand submission of change orders
• Support the clients invoicing and collection efforts by not only ensuring all contractual terms and conditions are met initially, but by ensuring all invoicing is completed accurately and on time
• Manage project budget and project P&L
• Prepares the project strategy, installation plan,determinesgoals/objective, manages the plan, prepares and implements job procedures
• Maintain construction schedules and coordinate task-scheduling with other trades
• Maintain all records of job status, jobchangesand material flow
• Define the project risks by working with financial, contract management and management tools to assure project profitability
• Plan and schedule engineering,installationand subcontracting activities
• Supervise installationlaborand sub-contractors
• Prioritize team workload to ensure quality results are delivered on time and within budget
• Troubleshoot project issues and engageappropriate managementand resources as needed to mitigate impacts
• Develop fallback and contingency plans

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degreerequiredwith at least six years of large electronic and protective security project management experience and security industry experience isa must
• A proventrack recordrelating to the ability to manage multi-million dollarsecurity projects to schedule and budget
• Expert knowledge of security design standards and project management techniques and tools; general knowledge of contract laws and regulations
• Ability toassistin enforcement of equipment installation standards, software configuration, solution deployment, and system testing & commissioning
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and documents
• PMP from the Project Management Institute or CSPM from SIA preferred
• Ability to work independently, and perform tasks of moderate to high complexity, which requires knowledge of technical, business, and security risk environments
• Factory certifications in relevant technology platforms and field deployment and configuration experienceisa plus (i.e.;Honeywell, Genetec, Axis,etc..)
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint,Projectand SharePoint).
• Ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Team player with strong work ethic
• Excellent follow-up and leadership skills
• Strong analytical decision-making andproblem solvingcapabilities
• Self-motivated with the ability to motivate and influence others
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks while meeting strict deadlines
• Experience in the security operations industry and security risk management is preferred
• Ability to conduct on-site construction walk-through inspections and attend onsite customer meetings

NB: The successful candidate willbe requiredto pass our security screening procedures.