Project Manager 1

Convergint; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Plan

401K Matching Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic Project Manager to lead all aspects of assigned projects from planning and scheduling to procurement and closeout. You will be the key interface with customers, ensuring safety, quality, and positive cash flow while delivering results.

The role requires coordination of engineering, installation, start-up and project closeout, with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and team collaboration to drive projects to successful completion.

Qualifications

• Project management experience in a technical environment (building automation, fire alarm, electronic security or AV systems).
• Coaching, mentoring, and staff development skills; leadership orientation and role modeling.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to influence and build consensus.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects typically valued up to $1M from award through completion, including site management and planning.
• Translate customer needs into proposals and implementation plans; review costs and negotiate contracts; support sales.
• Maintain project records, schedules, material flow, and cost reporting; ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Coordinate procurement of materials and subcontractors; manage risk and cost deviations.
• Lead project team and stakeholders; ensure customer satisfaction and quality standards.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Contract management

Risk management

IT networking basics

Education

College degree in Engineering or related field

Associates degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Project Manager to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of assigned projects, including planning, scheduling, directing, application engineering, budgeting and procurement, as well as managing field installation, start-up, and close out of assigned projects. Ensures projects are effectively executed within budgeted cost, time schedules and ensure positive cash flow. In addition, position is key interface with the customer and responsible for maximizing customer satisfaction, safety, and quality assurance on all assigned projects. As a Project Manager, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

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Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces equal opportunity and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Project Manager.

Who We Are

With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

What you’ll do with “Our Training and Your Experience”

• Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.
• Manages many aspects of assigned projects (typically valued up to $1M) from award through completion of project, including: overall site management of project(s) for successful and timely completion within budget.. Prepares project installation plan, manages the plan and prepares and implements job procedures.
• Translates a variety of customer needs / requirements into detailed proposals and project implementation plans to meet Customer requirements; reviews and approves estimated costs prior to bid; engages in project contract negotiation; provides technical assistance to sales force as and when required; supervises project design engineering; supervises installation labor and subcontractors; prepares project schedules, subcontracts, change proposals, project invoices; assists with collections on projects.
• Effectively communicates project requirements to project team and wider organization as and when required, and maintains accurate and up to date records of job status, job changes, material flow and other control records necessary for processing of internal and external reports.
• Acts as “our customer’s best service provider” at all times thereby ensuring Convergint is the customer’s first choice for service.
• Identifies potential project risks and develops/implements strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines.
• Proactively communicates project schedules, project change proposals and related project activities on a regular basis with customer and seek to continuously improve customer satisfaction.
• Manages the procurement (including selection) of materials, supplies, services and controls necessary for timely and cost effective completion of project within budget.
• Establish project milestones and analyze costs; Exposure to financial systems to review actual vs. estimated job cost and to provide timely and accurate project cost reports; identify reasons for low job site productivity and determine impact on the project; adjusts or corrects project plan and/or project cost estimates as necessary to meet financial goals.
• Manage the execution and review of all scope of work, terms and conditions in customer contracts including cost control, delivery fulfillment, quality control standards, quality of service and other customer requirements as they arise.
• Responsible for management of direct reports, if applicable. Manages subcontractor selection process and work.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

What You’ll Need

• Project management experience in a technical environment (building automation systems, fire alarm systems, electronic security systems or AV systems).
• Coaching, mentoring, and staff development skills; solid leadership orientation - Actively seeks ways in which to act as a role model, guide, develop and mentor others within the organization.
• Team leadership, team building and facilitation skills.
• Shows initiative – engages in proactive behavior and looks for opportunities.
• Adaptable – responds effectively to changes in situation or information; ability to influence others and build consensus using strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills necessary to resolve problems and look for solutions; solid conflict resolution skills.
• Financial analytical skills including cost control.
• Basic ability to facilitate a collaborative working environment for customers and team members.
• Basic Microsoft Outlook, Project, Excel, Word and Power Point skills.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of IT networking principles.

Company Benefits

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which all individuals are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits:

• 10 Company Holidays and Paid Time Off starting at 13 days annually
• Fun & Laughter Day Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Life insurance & Disability Plan
• Wellness Program
• 401K Matching Plan
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary and compensation plan
• Vehicle reimbursement plan or company vehicle
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day
• Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable)
• Paid parental leave

Requirements

Education: College degree, trade school or equivalent experience

• Associates degree in Engineering or related field

Minimum Experience: 3 years relevant engineering, field service or project management

Preferred Experience (but Not Required)

• Experience in 1 or more of the following industries: electronic, fire alarm & life safety, building automation and/or AV systems
• Previous project supervisory experience
• Certifications & Licenses: Project Management Institute (PMI) certification; industry-specific certifications and/or licenses; must have valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Convergint is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.