Security Project Manager

Job Purpose:

The Security Project Manager is responsible for guiding teams toward the delivery of successful project(s) with a large focus on our commercial Security vertical this role the Project Manager will allocate necessary resources define schedules and develop project budgets as part of their duties. This role manages arising issues risks and change requests to ensure successful and on-time project delivery. The Project Manager defines all objectives within each of their projects while also overseeing quality in achieving these objectives throughout the project life cycle. The Project Manager will offer an extension of these duties to each Beacon Lead Technician assigned to their team and provide support when needed. Additional responsibilities will include participation in process improvement initiatives along with secondary support to the overall company sales effort. The Project Manager works closely with the Director of Implementation and Design along with the VP of Operations on continued development and education for all operational staff. The salary range for this role is between $80000.00 - $115000.00 commensurate on relevant education experience and other job related factors.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.
• Define project scope goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
• Estimate projects change orders and write proposals.
• Draft and submit revised project budgets and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.
• Coordinate with the Field Manager and Operations Manager to allocate project manpower resources.
• Set and continually manage project expectations and project budget with team members and other stakeholders.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team in conjunction with the Operation Manager.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
• Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
• Track project milestones and deliverables including Weekly Customer Updates Submittals Shop Drawings Closeout Documents and Redline Drawings
• Coordinate End User Training with the customer and the appropriate Beacon employee(s).
• Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team analyze results and troubleshoot problem areas.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope identify potential crises and devise contingency plans.
• Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.
• Build develop and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.
• Conduct project closeouts and create recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Project Planning and Management and Management Team.
• Exemplify Beacon Core Values of Customer Service Communication Teamwork and Integrity.
• Develop creative solutions to problems.

• Identify creative ways to deliver additional profit if possible.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Extensive experience with commercial security solutions such as: Lenel Hirsch Open Options 3x Logic Bosch Axis Salto ICT and Stanley Hugs.
• Technically competent with various software programs such as Microsoft Office including Outlook and Excel.
• Experience of working both independently and in a team-oriented collaborative environment is essential.
• Can conform to shifting priorities demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
• Flexible during times of change.
• Ability to read communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines.
• Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products.
• Must be able to learn understand and apply new technologies.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in difficult situations with employees with various personalities and emotions.
• Must understand implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations. Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people. Is frequently called upon to handle difficult situations and be held accountable for project outcomes.
• Strong team player
• Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner.

Education License and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in project management or 8 years Low Voltage industry experience with 5 years supervisory experience in commercial security solutions

Physical Requirements:

• Requires prolonged sitting standing some bending stooping and stretching. Requires manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination for data input.
• Ability to read and understand construction blueprints.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to carry set up and traverse a ladder up to 12 feet in height.
• Must maintain a valid drivers license.
• Must maintain a clear background check to satisfy customer jobsite badging requirements.
• Must be willing to submit to all vaccinations and screening tests required for customer jobsite badging protocol.
• Maintain a clear drug and alcohol screening protocol.
• Requires prolonged sitting standing some bending stooping and stretching. Requires manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination for data input.
• Ability to read and understand construction blueprints.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to carry set up and traverse a ladder up to 12 feet in height.
• Must maintain a valid drivers license.
• Must maintain a clear background check to satisfy customer jobsite badging requirements.
• Must be willing to submit to all vaccinations and screening tests required for customer jobsite badging protocol.
• Maintain a clear drug and alcohol screening protocol.

Travel Requirements:

• 20-30% travel in Midwest region as needed.

Other Duties:

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or management to perform other instructions and duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race color religion national origin sex age disability genetic information or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.