Project Manager 1 (Security)

Convergint Technologies, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Company Holidays and PTO starting 2

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K Matching

Life Insurance

Company vehicle or reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Convergint is seeking a full-time Project Manager to oversee all facets of assigned projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and start-up to close-out. You will interface with customers to maximize satisfaction, safety and quality, while ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, program management skills, and a commitment to growth within a dynamic team culture. Houston candidates encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 3 years relevant engineering, field service or project management experience.
• Associates degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in building automation, fire alarm, life safety, AV systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple project aspects (up to $1M) from award to closeout and ensure timely completion within budget.
• Develop installation plans; supervise labor and subcontractors; manage schedules.
• Translate customer needs into proposals and project implementation plans; review costs and assist with bids.
• Communicate project requirements to team; maintain records of status, changes, material flow.
• Act as the customer’s best service provider and maximize satisfaction.
• Identify risks and implement strategies to minimize impact on cost and deadlines.
• Coordinate procurement of materials and controls; manage cost reporting and cash flow.
• Lead project teams and manage direct reports where applicable.

Skills

PM experience

Leadership

Mentoring

Initiative

Adaptable

Analytical

Financial analysis

Collaboration

MS Office

IT networking

Education

Engineering/related degree

College degree or trade school

Tools

MS Outlook

Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

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.

For information about how we use your personal information, please see our Colleague & Applicant Privacy Notice, available on convergint.com/careers.

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 and 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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