About The Position

The Electronic Security Systems (ESS) Project Manager is responsible for a project's scope, schedule, cost, quality, and client satisfaction throughout its lifecycle, from initiation through closing. The role oversees project management functions for client-site projects, budgets, and scopes, and provides direction to internal and external personnel. It is primarily focused on written and verbal communication with project stakeholders, with most time spent managing projects and coordinating communications. The Project Manager serves as a primary client interface, managing relationships, expectations, communications, and satisfaction. The position coordinates project activities and resources to complete systems integration projects on time and within budget, meet client expectations, and follow and improve established processes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
  • At least 3 years of project management experience in commercial construction trades and settings, or experience with Electronic Security Systems (ESS).
  • Strong technical abilities and demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly.
  • Experience in a client-facing role with a pleasant, professional demeanor.
  • Solid understanding of PMP methodologies and best practices.
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
  • Valid driver’s license in the state of residence.

Nice To Haves

  • PMP certification from the Project Management Institute.
  • Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM).
  • Knowledge of Lenel certification.
  • Knowledge of Genetec certification.
  • Knowledge of Avigilon certification.

Responsibilities

  • Manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Oversee project management functions for assigned client-site projects, budgets, and scopes, with direct control over project activities.
  • Communicate with project stakeholders and provide clear project leadership, ownership, timely updates, and follow-up.
  • Coordinate activities and stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and on-budget project completion; delegate responsibilities and lead client and internal project meetings.
  • Maintain frequent communication between stakeholders and support team members with technical and administrative direction.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules and technician task lists.
  • Manage deliverables from and for other departments and oversee project completion to client expectations or better.
  • Develop and maintain long-term client relationships, managing expectations, communications, and satisfaction.
  • Perform field verification of prospective work sites, document site issues, and communicate potential issues and solutions.
  • Coordinate drawings and documentation among internal and external stakeholders.
  • Facilitate and direct design reviews to ensure proper field documentation.
  • Coordinate system programming and final system checkout.
  • Provide a punch list of remaining tasks after substantial completion.
  • Coordinate project training and turnover to the client, service department, and sales.

Benefits

  • Multiple medical plan options.
  • Company contributions to HSA and HRA accounts.
  • Dental coverage, including orthodontic benefits, and vision plans.
  • Company-paid basic life and AD&D benefits.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Three weeks of paid time off, plus company holidays and floating holidays.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid maternity leave.
  • Healthcare and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
  • Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, pet insurance, homeowners and auto insurance, supplemental life and AD&D coverage, and legal services.
  • Commuter benefits.
  • Competitive compensation.
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