Mission Critical Project Manager

At-a-Glance:
Join an international fire and alarm protection company as a Mission Critical Project Manager.

Position Type:

• Contract
• Onsite

Required:

• Experience in commercial security, fire/life-safety, low-voltage, or a related security services industry.
• Experience managing projects or programs in commercial security, fire/life-safety, low-voltage, or related security services, including coordination with customers, field teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED
• Must obtain and retain any specific product certifications and/or licenses required by National, State or Local codes.
• 5 years of experience in project/program management within security, fire alarm, or construction environments.
• Strong understanding of Division 28 systems including CCTV, access control, and life safety systems.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with material management, procurement workflows, and inventory tracking.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-visibility, mission-critical environments.
• Proficiency in project management tools (Smartsheet, Excel, or similar platforms).
• Execution & Delivery Focus
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Risk & Constraint Management
• Customer Focus
• Strategic Thinking with Tactical Execution

Preferred:

• Experience with commercial security systems such as access control, CCTV/video surveillance, fire/life-safety, intrusion detection, or related systems.

Responsibilities:

• Lead mission-critical projects and programs from initiation through closeout, ensuring successful delivery of life safety and security systems (Division 28) across high-priority deployments.
• Combine program-level strategy with hands-on project execution, focusing on schedule certainty, material readiness, quality assurance, and customer alignment.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of MCT projects including design coordination, material procurement, provisioning, installation, and closeout.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and/or programs with a focus on schedule adherence, cost control, and quality execution.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, track milestones, and proactively mitigate risks and constraints.
• Ensure full visibility and control of material flow, inventory tracking, and provisioning readiness.
• Drive cross-functional alignment between PMO, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Field Teams.
• Oversee documentation including RFIs, change orders, permits, and closeout packages.
• Identify, track, and manage project constraints and risks, including schedule and contractual impacts.
• Support change order development, scope management, and customer communication.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements.
• Provide clear and consistent communication to internal stakeholders and customers on project status, risks, and financials.
• Act as a leader and mentor within the MCT, driving accountability and continuous improvement.
• Support program-level strategy including scalability, process improvement, and operational efficiency.

If your background aligns with what we’re looking for, you may receive a call from Ava, our virtual recruiter, for a brief screening conversation. Ava will ask a few questions about your experience and interest in the opportunity.


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