Senior Project Manager

Monroechamber; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct-hire opportunity

Senior-level project leadership

Job summary

Next Level Technician in Lexington, KY seeks a Senior Project Manager – Technologies with deep experience in low voltage systems, cabling, fiber, security, AV, and wireless. You will oversee multi-million-dollar projects from kickoff to closeout, focusing on safety, quality, schedule, client satisfaction, and financial performance.

The role requires leadership of field teams, coordination with subcontractors and vendors, and strong communication with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of project management experience in construction, telecommunications, or low voltage systems.
• Strong technical background in low voltage construction.
• Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar projects and field teams.
• Budgeting, cost tracking, profitability, and change management experience.
• Experience overseeing projects from kickoff through final closeout.
• Strong workforce planning and team leadership experience.
• Excellent client-facing communication and relationship-management skills.
• Proficiency with MS Project and Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Manage low voltage projects from planning through final closeout.
• Lead project kickoff meetings and site walks.
• Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, and execution plans.
• Ensure profitability, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with field supervisors, contractors, and vendors.
• Oversee installation teams and workforce planning.
• Manage procurement, deliveries, and shop drawings.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business

Tools

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Low Voltage Technologies Lexington, KY Next Level Technician is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager – Technologies for a direct-hire opportunity in Lexington, KY. This is a senior-level opportunity for a proven Project Manager with a strong background in structured cabling, fiber, physical security, audiovisual, wireless, and critical low voltage systems. The Senior Project Manager will oversee multi-million-dollar projects from initial planning and kickoff through field execution and closeout, with responsibility for safety, quality, schedule, client satisfaction, and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage low voltage and technology projects from planning and scheduling through final closeout
• Lead project kickoff meetings and conduct project site walks
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and execution plans
• Manage multi-million-dollar projects while maintaining profitability, quality, and schedule
• Coordinate with field supervisors, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers
• Oversee workforce planning and performance of installation teams
• Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, and shop drawing requirements
• Maintain proactive communication with clients and project stakeholders
• Track project costs, profitability, forecasting, and change orders
• Review and approve invoices and timesheets
• Ensure compliance with project safety requirements and quality standards
• Conduct site inspections and monitor field progress
• Oversee project documentation, including as-built drawings and certification reports
• Develop strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and long-term client growth

Low Voltage Systems

• Structured cabling
• Copper and fiber optic systems
• Grounding
• Access control
• CCTV / video surveillance
• Intrusion detection
• Audiovisual systems
• Wireless connectivity
• Critical low voltage infrastructure

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of project management experience in construction, telecommunications, or low voltage systems
• Strong technical background in low voltage construction, including copper, fiber, and grounding
• Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar projects and field teams
• Strong understanding of project budgets, cost tracking, profitability, and change management
• Experience managing projects from kickoff through final closeout
• Strong workforce planning and team leadership experience
• Excellent client-facing communication and relationship-management skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and MS Project
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, or equivalent professional experience
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as required

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP
• RTPM
• RCDD BICSI Technician certification
• OSHA 30
• Safety leadership training
• Data center, healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, hospitality, technology, retail, or other large commercial/industrial project experience

Position Details

• Location: Lexington, KY
• Employment Type: Full-Time / Direct Hire
• Primarily office-based with regular project site visits
• Travel as required based on project needs
• Occasional after-hours work may be required

Why Work with Next Level Technician?

• Direct-hire career opportunity
• Senior-level project leadership
• Multi-million-dollar technology projects
• Career growth within the low voltage and electrical construction industry
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout the interview and hiring process