Senior Data Center Security Installation Program Manager (Project Leader 2) - Columbus, Ohio

M.C. Dean, Inc•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

M.C. Dean is seeking a Senior Data Center Security Installation Program Manager (Project Leader 2) to join their Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. This role is responsible for assisting with the overall administration, organization, implementation, and growth of a data center electronic security installation program. The Project Leader 2 is a senior leadership role, overseeing a regional data center installation program. The SES unit designs, engineers, integrates, operates, and maintains electronic security services including intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control systems for federal, local, and commercial customers.

Requirements

A minimum of ten years of experience in the design, installation, integration, and testing of electronic security systems.
Within this timeframe, at least five years of experience managing installation projects on nationwide security installation federal government contracts.
10+ years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline or (BS) 7+ years of experience with a Master's in Engineering or related discipline.
Experience working on electrical projects ranging from $500,000 to $10M.
Experience working with contract drawings, subcontracts, contract addendums, specifications, change orders, RFIs, submittals.
Experience using sophisticated Project Mgmt, CPM Scheduling, Cost and AutoCAD software.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints and drawings on electrical projects.
Familiar with standard deliverables and work process on projects.
Must have strong interpersonal and writing skills and be a problem owner/solver.
Proven ability to effectively plan and organize one's own activities or the activities of others.
Attention to detail
Exceptional MS Excel skills
Demonstrated technical proficiency in MCD core disciplines

Nice To Haves

Experience with scheduling (MS Project) a plus

Responsibilities

Continuous improvement of program process.
Assess program for operational efficiencies.
Support proposal development and bid responses.
Lead monthly gate checks for all data center projects.
Mentor new project managers on company and program process.
Visit sites for quality assurance and leadership representation.
Support project staffing efforts.
Be a champion of our culture of safety.
Be the customer point of contact for escalations.
Support program financial forecasting.
Oversee the installation of electronic security systems at multiple sites.
Establish and implement procedures and controls to ensure that security installation projects are completed on time and within budget.
Manage project site managers and supervisors.
Interface with customer personnel and respond to their issues and concerns.
Coordination with the general contractor and other trades.
Manage subcontractors and oversee their performance.
Document project issues/conditions.
Prepare installation proposals, change orders, and schedules.
Prepare status reports and briefings.
Responsible for the overall financial management of the project(s).
Responsible for on-time project completion.
Coordinating and running a project kick-off meeting (PKOM).
Forecasting cash flow and manpower needs for projects.
Ordering materials, tools, and equipment.
Prepare monthly reports analyzing the budget, schedule, cash flow, and manpower.
Identifying opportunities for cost-saving measures, quality improvement and incorporating best practices.
Ensuring all safety regulations are adhered to.
Plan and execute project completion and punch list.
Oversee warranty service for completed installations.