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VSN Associate Project Manager (REMOTE) at Vector Security, Inc. in Gainesville, Virginia

Posted in Architecture 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time





Job Description:


Vector Security Networks is hiring a Associate Project Manager.  This is a REMOTE position. PM is responsible for the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to meet the project requirements. This is accomplished through initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing installation projects, while balancing the triple constraint of time, scope, and budget. This role provides substantial revenue and customer satisfaction to ensure current and future business


Overview:


Leader/assistant leader of project team(s), under the supervision and guidance of a PM or PGM, as assigned for the installation of security equipment on multi-site national roll-outs.  Projects range from 20 to 200 sites.  Under the direction of a PM or PGM, the Asst. PM is responsible for the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to meet project requirements.  This is accomplished through initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing installation projects, while balancing the triple constraint of time, scope, and budget.  This role provides substantial revenue and customer satisfaction to ensure current and future business.


Main Responsibilities":



  • Review the project tasks as they relate to the key project milestones.  Prioritize and execute by those which most impact the project timeline, scope, and budget.

  • Assess project performance as it relates to schedule, scope, and budget on an ongoing basis, adjusting for and responding to risks and change orders as they occur.

  • Maintain a system of change order management, controlling, documenting, and communicating change orders to they key stakeholders as they occur throughout the project life cycle.

  • Provide regular and appropriate communication to the customer, senior management, and other stake holders.

  • Provide advanced technical support and program troubleshooting for the Project Coordinator(s) and TSP on site as required.

  • Establish the project timeline, roles and responsibilities, and review with the project team, client, and other key stakeholders, in order to gain buy-in and identify any missing items.

  • Assist and direct the Project Team in compiling and documenting the scope of work to be completed by a Technical Service Partner for each project, in order to provide clear and coordinated interpretations of the repeating prototype system installation.  To be completed during the introductory period of each customer project/system type.  This will be including, but not limited to, the following:  installation guidelines, wiring diagrams, site drawings, labor contract, sign off sheets, user training guides.

  • Solicit bids from local TSPs and negotiate labor pricing for each project.

  • Develop system panel programs utilizing the appropriate manufacturer's programming software, ensuring that customer jurisdiction and Vector established requirements are met.

  • Provide direction, motivation, and leadership to the Project Team, while making certain that delegated tasks are being completed according to the project requirements.


Key Skills and Requirements:



  • Professional hard and soft skills necessary to efficiently and effectively manage a high quantity of projects while maintaining the Vector quality standards and successfully lead a team.

  • Working knowledge of Burglar Alarm/Fire Alarm/Video Surveillance/Access Control systems.

  • Heavily communication-oriented position, requiring mature skills and the ability to communicated with all levels of peers, customers, field resources, General Contractors, and management.

  • Proficient in Microsoft products.


 


Why Join Us?


Two-time winner of Dealer of the Year from SDM Magazine, two-time winner of the Police Dispatch Quality (PDQ) Award, and multi-year winner of the Central Station Operator of the Year Award from The Monitoring Association. Top 5 largest security company. Sure, we’ve got the hardware and the recognition, but the real reason to join Vector Security is our people. People who are passionate about the work they do. Energetic people who innovate, who take on new challenges. People, perhaps, like you.


 And when we find good people, we hold on to them…through career advancement opportunities, internal promotion, continuing education, and performance incentives.


So, whether you’re a proven leader in your discipline or looking for new challenges, Vector Security may have the right opportunity for you. We seek driven, proactive, talented individuals who are excited about what the future holds. Because we are. Come join us and find out for yourself!


We offer:


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

  • Tuition reimbursement


Vector Security is a Drug-Free Workplace


Vector Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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

Required
  • 2 - 3 years: Project management (or an equivalent combination of field/industry/formal training and experience)

Education

Preferred
  • Technical/other training or better in Project Management or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

  • CAPM - Project Management

  • PMP - Project Management


Skills

Required

  • Communication

  • Attention to detail


Behaviors

Required

  • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

  • Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Preferred

  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

  • Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject


Motivations

Required
  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

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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