Project Manager

As the new Project Manager, you will work closely with multiple teams within Paladin as well as clients and subcontractors to, scope, plan and build highly complex projects using the latest technology from the best vendors, including Lenel, Genetec, Axis, Milestone and Avigilon.  Tasked with managing every aspect, from start to finish, of our major projects for new construction, you are responsible for delivering high-quality project results. You will manage the project team as efficiently as possible while representing Paladin in a professional manner in line with our values of a leadership mindset, people development, team, and client-focused.

Past experience managing large, multi-million-dollar projects will be a strong asset for this position. Stakeholder engagement across complex organizations and within Paladin will be an important part of this role as well. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and manage schedules for on-time delivery, monitor budgets to control costs and maintain financial health
• Develop and manage project plan: includes plans for client communication expectations, project resource requirements and availability, procurement and management of materials and reconciliation, project commissioning, development of risk management and mitigation strategies, scheduling to ensure efficiency, in-depth knowledge and understanding of stakeholders expectations and requirements
• Provide accurate financial reports for performance targets to meet the desired profit margin
• Develop and maintain long-term client relationships that lead to repeat business and business development opportunities
• Create documentation and ensure it clear, easy to follow, updated as per communication schedule, and accessible to all stakeholders
• Control costs and maximize productivity through the implementation of best practices and standard processes
• Effectively manage and maintain all written and verbal project communications, both formal and informal
• Maintain client satisfaction and promptly resolve any concerns
• Develop relationships with subcontractors to build a pool of resources; manage selection of subcontracts for projects, where required
• Proactively assess risks; ensure a safe and healthy work environment

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
In accordance with applicable Company policies/procedures and Federal/State laws, will perform the following supervisory responsibilities: planning, assigning, and directing work; coaching and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. 

SUCCESS FACTORS - What excellence looks like

• Project Management: Flawlessly deliver on all project components to exceed client satisfaction
• Planning & Problem Solving: Plan for every situation and resolve issues before they happen
• Accountability: Own each project and its outcome while following company standards
• Agility: Adjust and pivot to changes with ease
• Communication: Transmit information with consistency and clarity; adapt to different styles

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as commercial project manager in the security, low voltage or structured cabling industry 
• Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and project software
• Able to work independently, manage time effectively, and work with multiple deadlines

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification 
• Professional Engineering designation
• Post-secondary education from an engineering technology program (controls and instrumentation, electronics, electrical, etc.)

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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet).

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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, work on job sites, may be required to travel to and from job site locations, may work in a typical office environment, and is occasionally exposed to construction equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Confined space entry may be required. High work may be required.

Salary Range: $115,000 - $164,000.00 DOE
BENEFITS: Associates and their eligible family members are offered comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan options as well as company-provided basic life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and access to the employee assistance program. Voluntary benefit options include supplemental life and AD&D insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance plans, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and HSA and FSA account options. Associates also have the option to enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan. In addition, associates receive PTO (paid time off), state-mandated sick leave, and 9 paid holidays.

All interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application. We thank all applicants for their time; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted