Project Manager - Columbia, MD
Vector Security

Job Info

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At Vector Security We Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Make a Difference Every Day! If this is how you like to work, we'd like to invite you to join our team as a Project Manager!

We offer great benefits, a competitive salary, and growth opportunities. We think you'll find what you want here because what we do matters - to us, our customers, and most of all, our team members.

SUMMARY:

The Project Manager oversees key company projects from initiation to close, making sure the project work gets done efficiently and satisfactorily. The Project Manager manages key client projects and relationships. The Project Manager oversees all aspects of the projects; sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors overall progress, providing leadership with periodic updates on project status.

Location - Columbia, MD

What You Will Do:

• Adhere to Vector Security quality standards, policies, safety procedures and best practices.
• Coordination and completion of projects on-time, within scope and within budget
• Manage the relationship with the client and relevant stakeholders
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs
• Develop detailed project plans to monitor and track progress. Maintain project documentation throughout project.
• Gather all information, submit applications to required municipalities and AHJ's for required permits
• Meet periodically with project team members to identify and resolve any issues
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party subcontractors for execution of multiple projects
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors/subcontractors
• Assist the sales team as needed on pre-sale job walks, system design, equipment configuration, and labor estimation
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Work with internal stakeholders and external clients, setting and managing client expectations, developing a detailed project plan, defining the scope of the project, and assigning team members to specific tasks.
• Defining resource requirements and managing resource availability & allocation - both internal team members and subcontractors. Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Orders drop off and pick up for lift if one is required on the project
• Works with install Coordinator to have them build the job and order equipment. Keep Install Coordinator abreast on project timelines, especially for equipment ordering.
• Negotiate Subcontractor labor pricing on projects
• Delegate project tasks based on team members individual strengths, skill sets, and experience levels
• Provide advanced technical support and program troubleshooting for Install/Service Techs as needed
• Perform risk management to minimize potential risks
• Review and approve subcontractor invoices and required closeout documentation
• Ensure successful system implementation, training, and project turnover to the client.

What You Will Need:

• High School Diploma or Equivalency
• 5 + years working with burglar, fire, access control, and CCTV systems.
• Team management or supervision
• Excellent Communication Skills, written and verbal.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Permitting and Inspection process knowledge.

What You Will Get:

Along with competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities, we offer a comprehensive "Total Rewards" package. Qualifying employees receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid short- and long-term disability
• Voluntary benefit products
• 401k retirement savings plan after just 60 days
• Paid time off for vacation, sick and floating holidays
• Auto Allowance
• Company issued iPhone and Laptop/iPad
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

Why join us?

We are the fourth largest security integrator in the country and have proudly been installing innovative security and smart automation solutions in homes and businesses for more than 50 years. Our purpose is to make our world more secure, connected, and empowered, one customer at a time.

Our Values:

• Win as a team.
• Do the right thing.
• Make a difference every day.
• Get it done.
• Think big.

If you share these ideals, we'd love to hear from you!

Vector Security, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vector Security is a Drug-Free Workplace

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Experience

Preferred

• Security industry

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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