Low Voltage Project Manager

VIP Systems•Sarasota, FL

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial technology and low-voltage projects throughout the Sarasota/Tampa market. The role manages projects from turnover through final acceptance and warranty handoff, with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, project financials, procurement, subcontractors, field crews, documentation, quality, and client communication. Projects include commercial video surveillance (CCTV/IP), access control, intrusion detection, structured cabling, and audiovisual (AV) systems. The position combines construction project management and technical oversight. The Project Manager works with general contractors, owners, construction partners, technology stakeholders, internal teams, field technicians, and subcontractors to deliver projects successfully, identify risks early, and maintain project quality and financial performance. The work environment is hybrid office and active construction sites, with approximately 40–60% field time. Local travel within approximately a 100-mile radius is regular, with occasional overnight travel. Standard business hours apply, with occasional after-hours or weekend work for system cutovers, testing, and go-live activities. The role requires safely navigating active construction sites, including climbing ladders and accessing ceiling spaces and IDF/IT closets, and occasionally lifting or carrying materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. High school or equivalent education and English/Spanish language skills are required.

Requirements

At least 3 years of project management experience in commercial low-voltage, electronic security, structured cabling, AV, or a closely related construction or technology field.
Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, labor costs, change orders, and project financial performance.
Working proficiency with Procore or comparable construction/project management platforms such as Autodesk Build, Bluebeam, or Microsoft Project.
Ability to read and interpret construction documents, electrical plans, specifications, and Division 27 / Division 28 requirements.
Working knowledge of IP networking fundamentals as they relate to surveillance, access control, AV, and other network-connected systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce professional project documentation.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
Valid Florida driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screening when required for customer or jobsite access.
High school or equivalent education required.
English and Spanish language skills required.
Ability to safely navigate active construction sites, including climbing ladders and accessing ceiling spaces and IDF/IT closets.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work occasional after-hours or weekends for system cutovers, testing, and go-live activities.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturer certifications or hands-on experience with video/VMS systems such as Milestone, Genetec, Avigilon, Verkada, Exacq, Hanwha, or Axis.
Manufacturer certifications or hands-on experience with access control systems such as Salto, LenelS2, Software House C CURE, Brivo, Openpath / Avigilon Alta, AMAG, or Genetec Synergis.
Manufacturer certifications or hands-on experience with AV systems such as Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS, Biamp, or Dante; AVIXA CTS / CTS-I.
PMP, CAPM, or comparable project management credential.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
Florida EF/ES or limited-energy contractor licensing experience or eligibility.
Experience with Jessica Lunsford Act (JLA) requirements for Florida school district projects.
Established relationships or prior project experience with local GCs, owners, consultants, and AHJs in the Sarasota/Bradenton/Tampa market.
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, technology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Own assigned projects from project turnover through final acceptance and warranty handoff.
Develop, maintain, and communicate project schedules, coordinating with general contractor schedules, other trades, and long-lead equipment.
Conduct project kickoff meetings with sales and estimating to confirm scope, budget, labor hours, exclusions, and bid assumptions.
Attend OAC, coordination, pre-construction, and progress meetings; represent the company professionally during jobsite walks, inspections, and project reviews.
Coordinate installation crews and subcontractors, sequencing work around ceiling close-in, drywall, electrical power, network readiness, and other dependencies.
Manage material procurement, equipment staging, RMAs, and jobsite deliveries.
Identify schedule risks and develop corrective actions before they affect project completion.
Own project P&L and monitor labor, material costs, committed costs, and gross margin against the original estimate.
Track labor hours and productivity and proactively address variances.
Identify scope gaps, exclusions, and unforeseen conditions early.
Prepare, submit, negotiate, and track change orders through approval before additional work proceeds.
Prepare monthly pay applications, including AIA G702/G703 documentation as required.
Support WIP reporting, forecasting, and project financial reviews.
Review subcontractor invoices, vendor purchase orders, and field expenses for accuracy and compliance with project budgets.
Forecast cost-to-complete and escalate potential margin erosion to leadership.
Administer project documentation in Procore, including RFIs, submittals, drawings, daily logs, meeting minutes, photos, punch lists, and closeout documentation.
Produce weekly project status reports for internal leadership and provide client-facing progress updates.
Maintain accurate as-built documentation, device schedules, IP schemas, riser diagrams, and other project records.
Coordinate permit documentation, AHJ inspections, testing records, and code-compliance documentation.
Assemble closeout packages, including O&M manuals, warranty documentation, training records, as-builts, and system credential handoff.
Review shop drawings, submittals, specifications, and engineered plans for constructability, coordination, and scope accuracy.
Coordinate with client IT and technology stakeholders regarding network requirements, including VLANs, IP addressing, PoE budgets, bandwidth, storage, and VMS requirements.
Coordinate system commissioning, functional testing, troubleshooting, and end-user training.
Serve as an escalation point for field technicians on installation, programming, and project coordination issues.
Ensure installed systems meet contract documents, manufacturer requirements, applicable codes, and company quality standards.
Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, general contractors, architects, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
Manage expectations regarding scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables through proactive communication.
Build strong working relationships with clients and construction partners.
Enforce company safety, quality, and professionalism standards on active jobsites.
Mentor lead technicians and support field personnel development.
Promote accountability and teamwork across project, field, sales, and operations teams.