Technical Project Manager

Northland Controls•Reston, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Northland Control Systems is seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our Professional Services team and lead complex, custom security and technology projects with budgets of up to $2M. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and brings deep expertise in physical security systems and application engineering. You will play a critical role delivering high-impact, global projects for leading enterprise clients and driving successful outcomes across technically complex environments. About the Role Reporting to the Director of Professional Services, you will own the end-to-end delivery of technical and custom projects—from initial scoping through final execution. This includes defining project scope, managing budgets and timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful delivery across multiple stakeholders. You will serve as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners, providing leadership, direction, and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Management, or related field
5+ years of project management experience (PMP or equivalent strongly preferred)
5+ years of application engineering or technical systems experience
Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder technical projects

Nice To Haves

Experience with physical security systems (Lenel, Genetec, Software House, S2, etc.) strongly preferred
Strong understanding of system architecture, integrations, and enterprise environments

Responsibilities

Lead full lifecycle delivery of complex technical and application engineering projects
Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
Drive execution with a focus on risk mitigation, issue resolution, and proactive decision-making
Partner with Integration Project Managers on RFQs, planning, and strategic resource alignment
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while maintaining high quality standards
Lead the development and review of Statements of Work (SOWs) and RFQs
Act as a primary point of contact for customers on technical deliverables and project direction
Facilitate system design reviews and lead client-facing discussions
Provide clear, concise project reporting and executive-level updates as needed
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and cross-functional teams
Forecast project and resource needs across multiple concurrent initiatives
Maintain strong cost controls and drive accountability for financial performance
Support the development of scalable service offerings within Advanced Services
Contribute to process improvements, standardization, and best practices across the organization