About the RoleAre you passionate about leading complex security technology projects from concept through completion? We're looking for an experienced, client-focused Security Project Manager to join our growing team supporting commercial, enterprise, and small-to-medium business customers throughout Virginia and Maryland.
In this role, you'll oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of electronic security projects, including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and integrated security solutions. You'll serve as the primary liaison between clients, field operations, engineering, subcontractors, and leadership-ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
If you enjoy leading teams, solving complex challenges, building lasting client relationships, and delivering exceptional project outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do - Lead, Deliver, and Build- Manage multiple electronic security projects simultaneously from kickoff through closeout.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and procurement timelines.
- Coordinate with engineering, estimating, field operations, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to ensure successful project execution.
- Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks, and implement solutions to maintain schedule and budget objectives.
- Conduct project kickoff meetings, progress reviews, and closeout activities.
- Ensure project documentation is accurate, complete, and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout project execution.
- Build trusted relationships through proactive communication, responsiveness, and exceptional customer service.
- Provide regular project updates, manage client expectations, and resolve issues quickly and professionally.
- Identify opportunities for additional services, upgrades, or future project opportunities.
- Manage project budgets, labor utilization, material procurement, subcontractor performance, and overall financial health.
- Review project costs, forecast completion expenses, and maintain profitability targets.
- Approve purchase requests, monitor change orders, and ensure accurate project billing.
- Track project milestones and ensure timely invoicing and closeout documentation.
- Lead field supervisors, technicians, subcontractors, and project support personnel throughout project execution.
- Coordinate labor resources and scheduling to meet project milestones.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Mentor team members while promoting professional development and operational excellence.
- Ensure projects comply with contract requirements, customer specifications, industry standards, OSHA regulations, and applicable codes.
- Oversee quality assurance throughout installation, testing, commissioning, and final acceptance.
- Coordinate inspections, punch lists, commissioning activities, and project turnover documentation.
- Ensure all safety policies and company procedures are consistently followed.
What You Bring- 5+ years of experience managing electronic security, low-voltage, or technology infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of access control, CCTV/video surveillance, intrusion detection, intercom, structured cabling, and integrated security systems.
- Experience managing projects involving platforms such as Avigilon, Motorola Solutions, Genetec, LenelS2, Software House C• CURE, Paxton, OpenPath, Milestone, or similar enterprise security systems.
- Demonstrated success managing project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, procurement, and client relationships.
- Strong understanding of construction processes, project documentation, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeout documentation.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, low-voltage designs, and project schedules.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, Procore, Smartsheet, or similar project management software.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional customer service.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.
- Industry certifications such as PMP, PSP, RCDD, CTS, LenelS2, Genetec, Avigilon, or manufacturer certifications are a plus.
- Must successfully pass background, drug, and applicable security screening requirements.
Why Join Us?- Manage security programs that protect people, facilities, and critical infrastructure while delivering measurable value to our clients.
- Join a growing organization that invests in leadership development, technical training, and advancement opportunities.
- Work alongside experienced engineering, operations, and executive teams committed to delivering exceptional client experiences.
- Take ownership of high-visibility projects while helping shape operational excellence and long-term customer partnerships.
- Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a clear path for career advancement.
Work Environment- Combination of office, field, and client-site work.
- Regular travel throughout the Virginia and Maryland region.
- Occasional visits to active construction sites requiring appropriate PPE.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and navigate active construction environments as needed.
- Frequent use of laptops, mobile devices, and project management software.
Ready to Lead the Next Project?If you're a driven project leader who thrives on building relationships, managing complex security projects, and delivering exceptional results, we'd love to hear from you.
