Project Manager

Vector-Security-b844201; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Voluntary benefit products

401k retirement savings plan

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Vector Security is seeking a Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and deliver security system installations that meet customer requirements, code standards, and contractual obligations—on time and within budget.

You will lead project activities, manage resources, budgets, and stakeholders, while supporting field technicians and maintaining margins. This role is based in Charleston, SC and offers the company's total rewards package and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of fire alarm, access control, video surveillance, networking, and burglar alarm systems.
• 2-3 years project management experience preferred.
• Advanced communication/interpersonal skills; able to communicate with customers, sales and operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver security system installations on time and within budget.
• Identify resources, manage budgets/forecasts, select materials, equipment, staff, and contractors.
• Lead meetings and report project status to stakeholders.
• Support operations to maintain/improve project margins and assist field technicians with design inquiries.
• Visit job sites to verify progress and ensure alignment with the scope of work.
• Close out projects upon completion and verify scope satisfaction with customers.

Skills

Fire Alarm

Card Access

Video Surveillance

Networking

Burglar Alarm

Project Management

Communication

Job description

At Vector Security We Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Make a Difference Every Day! If this is how you like to work, we'd invite you to join our team as our new Project Manager!

We offer great benefits, a competitive salary, and growth opportunities. We think you'll find what you want here because what we do matters - to us, our customers, and most of all, our team members.

Location: Charleston, SC

Summary:

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering security system installations that meet the customer’s requirements, code standards, and contractual obligations - on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies, develops, and gathers the resources to complete the project. This includes managing budgets and forecasts; and selecting materials, equipment, project staff, and external contractors.
• Sets priorities, allocates tasks, and coordinates project staff to meet project targets and milestones.
• Conducts meetings and prepares reports to communicate the status of the project.
• Provides project support for operations to assist in maintaining and/or improving project margins.
• Supports field technicians with technical support and design inquiries.
• Answers questions from customers as they arise.
• Takes action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays.
• Regularly visit job sites to evaluate project progress, verify alignment with the scope of work, and ensure the project remains on schedule.
• Participates in customer/site coordination meetings as needed.
• Closes out projects upon completion.
• Ensures project scope was met based on customer requirements. If project scope was not met, research potential reasons and review with branch management.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of Fire Alarm, Card Access, Video Surveillance, networking and Burglar alarm systems.
  • Used in all phases of implementation including support to operations and customer communications.
• 2-3 years project management experience - preferred.
  • Professional skills necessary to effectively manage projects while maintaining Vector's quality standards and successfully lead a team.
• Validates proficiency and experience in security solutions.
• Advanced Communication/Interpersonal Skills.
  • Incumbent must be able to communicate to customers, sales and operations staff.
  • Will have to communicate effectively to individuals with less knowledge/understanding.
• This role requires a commitment to continuous learning, including staying current with industry changes and maintaining applicable certifications as required for the position.

Our Total Rewards package includes (but is not limited to):

• Competitive Compensation with Incentive Eligibility
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Company paid short- and long-term disability.
• Voluntary benefit products
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

Vector Securityis a leading provider of intelligent security and managed services solutions serving residential, commercial, and enterprise customers across North America. Through our Residential and Commercial business units, Vector Security delivers smart security, life safety, video, access control, and monitoring solutions. OurVector Security Networks (VSN)division provides national security solutions for multi-site organizations, whileManaged Network Services (MNS)delivers secure connectivity, and network management services that help businesses operate reliably and securely. For more than 50 years, we have been committed to protecting people, property, and business operations through innovative technology and exceptional service.

Our Values:

• Win as a team.
• Do the right thing.
• Make a difference every day.
• Get it done.
• Think big.

If you share these ideas, we'd love to hear from you!

Vector Security is a Drug-Free Workplace

Vector Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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