Project Manager(Systems Intergration)
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Job Summary
Position Title: Project Manager Systems Integration
Department: Projects / Operations
Reports To: Managing Director / General Manager
Location: East Africa (Kenya Uganda Tanzania Rwanda Ethiopia and other regional markets as required)
Position Summary
The Project Manager is responsible for planning coordinating executing monitoring and successfully delivering systems integration projects within approved budgets timelines quality standards and contractual requirements. The role oversees multidisciplinary teams involved in ICT infrastructure
networking cybersecurity physical security systems data centres structured cabling AV systems building management systems and related technology Project Manager acts as the primary liaison between clients consultants vendors subcontractorsand internal teams to ensure successful project delivery and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Planning & Execution
Develop comprehensive project plans schedules milestones and resource allocation plans.
Define project scope objectives deliverables and success criteria.
Establish project execution methodologies and implementation strategies.
Manage multiple concurrent projects across East Africa.
Ensure projects are delivered on time within budget and according to specifications.
Coordinate all project activities from initiation through commissioning and handover.
2. Client Relationship Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle.
Conduct project kick-off meetings and regular progress reviews.
Manage customer expectations and maintain high levels of client satisfaction.
Address client concerns escalations and change requests professionally.
Prepare and present project status reports to clients and stakeholders.
3. Technical Coordination
Work closely with engineering network security software and technical support teams.
Review technical designs implementation plans and project documentation.
Coordinate integration of systems including:
Network Infrastructure
Structured Cabling
CCTV Systems
Access Control Systems
Data Centre Infrastructure
Cybersecurity Solutions
Command & Control Centres
Building Management Systems
Unified Communications
Audio Visual Systems
Cloud Solutions
Ensure technical compliance with client specifications and industry standards.
4. Financial Management
Develop project budgets and monitor financial performance.
Track project costs revenue recognition profitability and cash flow.
Review supplier quotations and subcontractor costs.
Manage project invoicing milestones and payment collections.
Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
5. Contract Administration
Review project contracts and identify risks.
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
Manage project variations claims extensions of time and change orders.
Coordinate procurement and subcontract agreements.
Maintain proper project records and contractual documentation.
6. Resource Management
Assign and supervise project engineers technicians site supervisors and subcontractors.
Monitor workforce productivity and performance.
Coordinate travel and deployment of regional project teams.
Ensure proper utilization of company resources.
7. Risk Management
Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans.
Maintain project risk registers.
Monitor issues affecting project schedules budgets and quality.
Implement corrective actions when required.
Escalate critical issues to management.
8. Quality Assurance
Ensure projects comply with company quality standards.
Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
Verify testing and commissioning activities.
Ensure project documentation and as-built drawings are complete.
Oversee project acceptance and final handover.
9. Health Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with local HSE regulations and client requirements.
Enforce safe working practices on project sites.
Conduct risk assessments and toolbox meetings.
Ensure compliance with ICT electrical and construction regulations in East African markets.
10. Reporting & Documentation
Prepare weekly and monthly project progress reports.
Maintain project schedules and dashboards.
Document lessons learned and project closure reports.
Ensure proper filing of:
Contracts
Drawings
Test Reports
Commissioning Reports
Handover Documentation
Warranty Documents
Requirements
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors Degree in:Electrical EngineeringElectronics EngineeringTelecommunications EngineeringComputer ScienceInformation TechnologyProject ManagementRelated Engineering Discipline
Professional Certifications (Preferred)
PMP (Project Management Professional)
PRINCE2 Practitioner
PMI-ACP
ITIL Foundation
Cisco Certifications
Microsoft Certifications
Genetec Certifications
Security Industry Certifications
Experience
Minimum 58 years of project management experience.
Minimum 3 years managing systems integration projects.
Experience delivering projects across East Africa.
Proven experience managing projects valued between USD 100000 and USD 10 Million.
Experience dealing with government agencies airports ports utilities financial institutionsand enterprise customers.
Technical Skills
Project scheduling tools (MS Project Primavera Asana Jira).
Networking and ICT infrastructure knowledge.
Physical security systems knowledge.
Data centre and cloud technologies.
Budgeting and financial management.
Contract management.
Procurement management.
Risk assessment and mitigation.
Competencies
Leadership
Team Leadership
Decision Making
Accountability
Conflict Resolution
Business
Commercial Awareness
Negotiation Skills
Customer Focus
Strategic Thinking
Personal
Excellent Communication Skills
Time Management
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Attention to Detail
Working Conditions
Frequent travel across East Africa.
Site-based and office-based work environment.
Occasional work outside normal business hours during critical project phases.
Interaction with government agencies consultants contractors and multinational technology vendors.
Typical Projects
Airport Security Systems
Port Security Systems
Smart City Projects
Data Centre Deployments
National CCTV Networks
Access Control Systems
Command and Control Centres
Enterprise Network Infrastructure
Fiber Optic Networks
Integrated Security and Surveillance Systems
Required Skills:
Project scheduling tools (MS Project Primavera Asana Jira). Networking and ICT infrastructure knowledge. Physical security systems knowledge. Data centre and cloud technologies. Budgeting and financial management. Contract management. Procurement management. Risk assessment and mitigation.
Required Education:
Bachelors Degree in:Electrical Engineering Electronics EngineeringTelecommunications EngineeringComputer ScienceInformation TechnologyProject Management or Related Engineering DisciplineProfessional Certifications (Preferred)PMP (Project Management Professional)PRINCE2 PractitionerPMI-ACPITIL FoundationCisco CertificationsMicrosoft CertificationsGenetec Minimum 58 years of project management experience. Minimum 3 years managing systems integration projects.
