Security Systems Project Lead - Construction

Allied Universal; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card

4% quarterly bonus potential

4% annual bonus potential

Medical, dental, vision, retirement, L

Eight paid holidays, vacation accrual

Job summary

Allied Universal Technology Services in El Paso, TX seeks a Project Manager to lead planning, organization, direction, and oversight of electronic security system installations on construction projects. This role drives strategic project execution, collaborates with clients, vendors, and internal teams to meet timelines and budgets.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and resources, supervise installation teams and subcontractors, coordinate across disciplines, handle change orders, and maintain

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in project management within construction, security integration or mission‑critical environments.
• Minimum 2 years of access control, CCTV, intrusion detection and SCIF construction.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance (Secret or higher).
• Experience managing multiple projects (portfolio) of at least $1M, while working independently and meeting deadlines.
• Solid leadership skills with the ability to build strong relationships internally and externally, and manage delivery timeframes.
• Proficient in web-based applications and MS Office and BI tools for metrics analysis, reporting, automation, and presentations.
• Willingness and ability to travel to remote locations up to 90%.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution, scheduling, and budget tracking using ERP systems.
• Supervise installation teams and subcontractors to ensure quality delivery of complex security systems.
• Coordinate engineering, installation, and subcontracting activities across large-scale projects.
• Communicate with vendors, clients, and internal teams to align project goals and timelines.
• Implement change orders and adjust installation plans and pricing as needed.
• Resolve project issues using financial, contractual, and operational tools to maintain profitability.
• Conduct site walks, attend customer meetings, and maintain accurate records of job status and material flow.
• Creation and delivery of routine project status updates to both the end client and the Program Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Portfolio management

Communication

Travel readiness

Stakeholder management

PM techniques/tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

Procure

MS Office

BI Tools

Job description

Allied Universal Technology Services in El Paso, TX seeks a Project Manager to lead planning, organization, direction, and oversight of electronic security system installations on construction projects. This role drives strategic project execution, collaborates with clients, vendors, and internal teams to meet timelines and budgets.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and resources, supervise installation teams and subcontractors, coordinate across disciplines, handle change orders, and maintain