Project Manager - Access Control / Cctv

Unlimited Telecom Inc is a fast-growing Security Systems Integration, Low Voltage company located in Southern California specializing in Security Systems Integration, IP Video Surveillance, CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, Low Voltage Cabling, and Perimeter Security Systems in the commercial, industrial, and government sectors.

Plans, organizes, directs, and controls project activities required for effective management of electronic security installation projects. Customer site visits are common, collaborative work in the office is expected and remote work is allowed.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Represent Company in a business-like professional manner in both conduct and appearance, to maximize client satisfaction.
• Available to work outside of, or in addition to, normal businesses hours.
• Work in compliance with the Company’s policies and procedures including safety manual with safety of self and others in mind at all times.
• Maintain and protect assigned Company assets.
• Accurate written record keeping, submitted on time and complete,

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Plans and schedules engineering, installation, and subcontracting activities on projects or service installed jobs.

• Maintains current job plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Perform site surveys for all types of electronic security systems and low voltage cabling systems, such as Video systems, Access Control, and Intrusion
• Provide discovery on RFPs and RFQs and submit RFIs.
• Coordination with vendors and distributors to ensure the best pricing and best-in-class offerings.
• Provide training for customers on newly commissioned systems and peer training for improved team processes.
• Assist in training programs for technicians
• Identify needs for RFI’s and change orders then administrate.
• Preparation of all change orders on assigned projects with review and approval from Director of ICT. Negotiate all change orders on the project. Ensures change orders are captured and capture all additional cost and margin
• Extensive experience with handling complex jobs and delivering outstanding on-time performance
• Prepares, implements, and manages project installation plan and procedures.
• Works with engineering department on design and drafting phases of jobs.
• Coordinates the procurement of materials, supplies and services and controls timely delivery to job site.
• Determines necessary changes in design, contract price, installation plan or other activity and implements same.
• Maintains construction schedule and coordinates task scheduling with other trades.
• Monitors the performance and quality of the field labor.
• Selects, contracts, and monitors the performance and quality of contract labor.
• Effective communication with all stakeholders on project progress, escalating issues as needed to Operations Manager Maintains accurate records of job status, changes, material flow and other.
• Routinely walks job site to ensure quality installation of Company products.
• Supervises the preparation and processing of reports for internal and external use.
• May estimate or assist in estimating projects which the company is bidding.
• Implements quality assurance program to continuously improve customer satisfaction.
• Present a professional image of Company when speaking to customers (all levels)
• Develops a relationship with the decision maker of our customer.
• Responsible for customer satisfaction on projects
• End to end ownership of the delivery of the project.
• Assists management in forecasting monthly labor and material requirements.
• Ensures proper job management and cost control Supervises the preparation of base data required for monthly project invoicing
• Monitors time logged to projects by all resources.
• Monitors project invoices and receipts for accuracy and validity.
• Identify project problems, develop, and implement plans to assure project profitability while providing exceptional customer service and communication to all stakeholders.
• Job Closure
• Responsible for Completing As-Builds
• Responsible for completing all paperwork, POs are all completed, Notice of Completions (NOC) is sent, and jobs are turned over to Service.
• Job is 100% billed and revenue is taken.
• Job close out report is completed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years of functional project management experience in a technical environment
• 3 year of experience in in an administrative role, project management, security integration or technical experience
• Minimum of an Associate’s degree (2 year) or Bachelor degree (4 year) in a technical capacity
• PMP or PMI certified.
• 2 or more years of security industry experience is strongly desired.
• Valid US driver's license with acceptable record
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening.

DEMONSTRATED PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work in a high volume atmosphere.
• Ability to solve practical problems and carry out responsibilities under minimal supervision.
• Ability to organize workload for effective implementation, including the ability to multi-task while under deadlines or time constraints.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including customer service skills.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to function as an effective team member.
• Ability to adapt as the external environment and organization evolves.
• Has a strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals, security system functions and operations. Good subcontracting skills required.
• An understanding of job financial reports and the ability control costs in the handling of projects.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, (ie see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers
• Manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment.
• Sitting, standing, walking in office environments and construction sites

WORKING CONDITIONS: In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate
• Will be required to be on site with customers or contractors, with or without VTI colleagues to manage the expectations and deliverables. Sites range from general office environments to new construction.
• Driving to customer sites is required
• Limited overnight travel may be required

Company Info:

Unlimited Telecom Inc is a premier complex systems integrator for building technology solutions, including IP security, audio visual, low-voltage infrastructure, and networking. As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks. Our team is the best in the industry, with manufacturer trained technicians, PMP-certified PROJECT MANAGERs, CTS- and RCDD-certified design engineers, coordinators, and administrative resources.
Unlimited has talented and committed professionals dedicated to custom-crafting and installing technology solutions for clients requiring Integrated Security, Network Infrastructure, Audio Visual, Fiber Optics/OSP, Structured Cabling, and more. We are always at the forefront of the changing technology landscape, and through continued training, complex client projects, and company support, we provide our colleagues with exciting challenges and a rewarding career as Unlimited continues to grow.