Electronic Security Senior Project Manager - Sterling, VA

Diversified•Sterling, VA

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager in Electronic Security Systems (ESS) oversees project execution across the full project lifecycle, from initiation through closure. The role is accountable for delivering large-scale, complex ESS projects, including management of scope, schedule, budget, quality, cost, and client satisfaction. The Senior Project Manager has direct control over project management activities and provides oversight and direction to internal and external stakeholders. As a primary client interface, the Senior Project Manager develops and maintains long-term client relationships by managing expectations, communications, and satisfaction. The role leads delivery of physical security systems, coordinates teams and stakeholders, supports design reviews and field documentation, manages construction-related risks and project finances, and oversees system commissioning, punch-list completion, turnover, and client training. The position involves regular construction-site exposure as well as office work. Frequent car travel and occasional air travel are required, with local client-site travel typically accounting for 70–90% of travel and less than 10% regular remote travel. The description also states that travel up to 25% of the time is required.

Requirements

At least 5 years of project management experience in commercial construction trades and settings or experience with Electronic Security Systems (ESS).
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Ability to follow repeatable processes and participate in Constant Process Improvement (CPI) to improve workflows and best practices.
Experience delivering waterfall schedules to fixed delivery dates and monitoring and controlling projects to meet quality standards and profitability targets.
Strong technical abilities and demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly.
Experience in a client-facing role and a pleasant, professional demeanor.
Experience working with or for enterprise-level clients.
Understanding of when and how to apply Agile methodologies within a waterfall program while containing schedule risks.
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

Project management experience with large, complex technical projects within an at-scale program.
Experience with Electronic Security Systems (ESS).
Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM).
PMP certification from the Project Management Institute.

Responsibilities

Oversee project execution, including scope, schedule, budget, cost, quality, and client satisfaction, throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead the delivery and implementation of physical security systems, coordinating teams and ensuring compliance with specifications, timelines, and quality standards.
Manage the integration of CCTV, electronic access control, intrusion detection alarms, and perimeter security solutions.
Apply knowledge of construction sequencing to project scheduling, risk mitigation, and delay management.
Identify, qualify, and quantify construction-related risks and communicate them clearly to stakeholders in writing.
Collaborate in design reviews and support accurate, comprehensive field documentation across project teams.
Develop schedules and project baselines; identify, qualify, and quantify deviations and communicate their impacts to the client.
Coordinate field verification of prospective work sites, confirm readiness and site conditions, and ensure compliance with quality-control requirements.
Monitor project budgets, costs, margins, and financial health; identify financial risks and implement corrective actions to protect profitability.
Identify and address potential customer concerns before they escalate, and provide solutions to clients and internal stakeholders.
Support team members with tasks, problem-solving, and resource coordination as needed.
Partner with the site supervisor to establish and drive the project work plan and schedule.
Coordinate stakeholder activities for system programming and final checkout.
Plan, execute, and document security-system commissioning, ensuring systems operate fully, meet design specifications, and are ready for client handover.
Work with the site supervisor, general contractor, and end user to develop and manage a punch list following substantial completion and resolve outstanding items.
Facilitate project turnover and training sessions with clients and the service team.