Technical Project Manager (Physical Security)

PNM; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

PNM is seeking a Technical Project Manager II to lead complex physical security projects across multiple locations. You will drive planning, budgeting, risk assessment, and stakeholder communications while coordinating between IT, facilities, cybersecurity, vendors, and contractors.

Strong emphasis on delivering secure, compliant infrastructure and ensuring minimal operational disruption. Responsibilities include developing schedules, managing permits, and presenting at meetings with regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field; 5–7 years related experience or equivalent.
• Experience managing technical security projects across multiple sites.
• Knowledge of physical security systems and compliance practices (NERC CIP or similar).

Responsibilities

• Directs projects to completion within schedule and budget.
• Coordinate diverse teams including IT, cybersecurity, facilities, and vendors.
• Develop project schedules, risks, and executive status reports.
• Prepare environmental permitting strategies and coordinate with legal partners.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communications

Budget & risk management

Leadership

Regulatory & compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Genetec Security Center

CCURE 9000

VMS

PACS

Intercom systems

AutoCAD

SQL

Job description

Technical Project Manager (Physical Security)

Location: Texas City, TX, United States
Job ID: 6089713
Date Posted: Sep 4, 2026

Physical Security Systems & Technologies

• Genetec Security Center
• Software House CCURE 9000
• Video Management Systems (VMS)
• Physical Access Control Systems (PACS)
• Intercom and mass notification systems

Experience coordinating system upgrades, migrations, expansions, and lifecycle management activities for enterprise security systems across geographically dispersed locations.

Physical Security System architecture

• Access control panels
• Readers and credentials
• Video archivers
• Servers and storage
• Security system integrations

Ability to translate operational security requirements into technical solutions and project deliverables.

Project Management & Technical Leadership

Proven experience leading technical projects involving physical security technologies from planning through implementation, testing, commissioning, and operational handoff.

Experience developing project schedules, budgets, risk assessments, stakeholder communications, and executive-level status reporting.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate efforts among internal stakeholders, IT infrastructure teams, cybersecurity teams, facilities personnel, vendors, and contractors.

Experience managing competing priorities while supporting critical operational environments with minimal disruption to business operations.

Compliance & Critical Infrastructure

Experience supporting regulated or critical infrastructure environments.

Knowledge of audit readiness, change management, evidence retention, and documentation practices.

Familiarity with NERC CIP requirements, cybersecurity controls, physical security standards, or other compliance frameworks is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Visio
• AutoCAD/DWG drawings
• Security system floor plans and mapping
• SQL databases
• Network fundamentals as they relate to physical security systems

Experience troubleshooting complex technical issues involving cameras, access control devices, servers, integrations, or network connectivity.

Documentation & Process Improvement

• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Technical documentation
• Configuration standards
• Disaster recovery and continuity documentation

Ability to convert institutional knowledge into repeatable processes and sustainable operational practices.

Preferred Certifications

• Genetec Security Center Certification
• Software House CCURE 9000 Administrator or Technical Certificate
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
• Physical Security Professional (PSP)
• Security Industry Association (SIA) Security Project Management training or equivalent
• Relevant cybersecurity, networking, or systems administration certifications

JOB DESCRIPTION

Technical Project Manager II

Salary Grade: G05
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$94,831- $128,022- $161,213

Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training. Annual cyber security training is also required.

SUMMARY:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs projects to completion within schedule, cost, performance objectives, and standards
• Directs detailed and complex projects while minimizing costs and environmental risk
• Leads the development of innovative solutions to technical and engineering problems encountered by the project
• Represents PNM and the project at public hearings and in discussions with government agencies
• Coordinates strategy for the acquisition of the project's regulatory permits and the legal defense thereof
• Directs the compilation of project budgets
• Tracks costs and advises management on project performance
• Delegates assignments among project teams including project goals and schedules
• Directs and oversees the development of project performance standards and criteria
• Promotes awareness and compliance with corporate EEO and loss control policies
• Develops environmental permitting strategies for projects
• Directs internal experts, consultants, and attorneys in the implementation of the environmental permitting strategies for projects
• Represents PNM and the project in meetings with the NM Attorney Generals office and the NMPUC
• Informs and advises management on project direction, economic, and legal risk
• Presents expert environmental and project testimony before commissions, regulatory agencies, Federal and State courts

COMPETENCIES

• Broad knowledge of project management techniques and related specialty areas
• Working knowledge of managerial principles
• Ability to work on very complex long-term issues and projects
• Effective time management skills with ability to schedule and track several complex projects at once
• Good to excellent negotiation and facilitation skills for meetings and negotiating sessions internally and externally
• In-depth understanding of company policies and direction, and ability to incorporate into project goals
• Broad understanding of the utility industry, regulatory process, judicial process and political sensitivities

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in a specified technical field with five to seven years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a current, legally valid driver¿s license and meet the company¿s driving record requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directs, coordinates, and reviews a team of technical and administrative personnel in a matrix management mode for each project of responsibility. Coordinates external professional, technical and legal consultants, and attorneys working on the project.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

COMPUTER SKILLS

Working knowledge of database, project management, spreadsheet, and word processing software

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit up to 2/3 of the time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office environment.

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT

Safety Statement

Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.