Project Manager - Physical Security Systems - Spinnaker Search

Our client is a rapidly growing systems integration company specializing in commercial security, access control, and IP video systems. With ambitious growth plans and a focus on delivering high-quality solutions to national accounts, they're seeking a talented Project Manager to join their expanding team.

The Role You'll Play: 

As a Project Manager on this team, you will join two other Project Managers and be at the forefront of their project delivery model, managing a diverse portfolio of security integration projects across the country. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing up to 20-25 active projects simultaneously, ranging from small $3-5k “day jobs” to complex $1M+ multi-site national deployments that can last for months.

• Planning, executing, monitoring, and closing projects using appropriate principles, methods, and techniques

• Serving as the primary point of contact for clients post-sale, effectively becoming the face of the company to the clients

• Developing project plans, scope documents, and other planning documents

• Identifying and minimizing project risks and deviations from estimated costs and deadlines

• Coordinating procurement of materials and services necessary for project completion

• Managing project finances and adjusting plans as needed to meet financial goals

• Orchestrating and coordinating internal resources, subcontractors, and administrative support to ensure successful project completion

• Overseeing project budgets and making autonomous decisions within defined parameters to optimize project outcomes

• Managing projects remotely, leveraging strong communication skills to understand and address on-site issues without physically being present

• Collaborating with the sales team on scoping and design for complex projects, providing technical insights as needed

• Utilizing project management software (ConnectWise) to track project progress and generate reports

• Adapting to a rapidly evolving business environment and contributing to the refinement of our project delivery processes

Background Profile: 

• 3-5 years of commercial security project management experience, preferably with a systems integrator in the access control, IP video, or integrated security market

• Proven track record of successfully managing national account projects and working with subcontract labor across multiple locations

• Strong technical understanding of security systems, including access control and IP video, with the ability to comprehend and address complex technical issues remotely

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Experience with project management software, preferably ConnectWise or similar tools (e.g., Microsoft Project)

• Proficiency in MS Office suite

• Ability to work independently, organize, plan, and prioritize work in a deadline-oriented environment

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Familiarity with project financial management and budget oversight

• Basic knowledge of sales, installation, billing, and monitoring systems in the commercial security industry

• PMP or CSPM certification is beneficial but not required

• A collaborative mindset and positive attitude, with the ability to thrive in a small, tight-knit team environment