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Convergint Technologies

Project Manager - Security

Convergint Technologies, Schaumburg, IL


Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Project Manager to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will ensure that projects are effectively executed within budgeted cost and time schedules while ensuring positive cash flow. This is a customer-facing role, and is responsible for maximizing customer satisfaction, safety, and quality assurance on all assigned projects. As a Project Manager, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

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Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces inclusion and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Project Manager.

Who We Are

With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer's best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

What you'll do with "Our Training and Your Experience"
  • Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.
  • Manage, oversee, and coordinate all aspects of multiple large and complex projects from award through completion including overall site management of project(s).
  • Prepare project installation plan(s), manage the plan, and prepare and implement job procedures.
  • Prepare project schedules, subcontracts, change proposals, and pay applications.
  • Identify potential project risks and develop/implement strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines.
  • Proactively communicate project schedules, project change proposals, and related project activities regularly with the customer and seek to continuously improve customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinate the procurement of materials, supplies, and services necessary for timely and cost-effective completion of project within budget.
  • Establish project milestones and analyze costs; utilize financial systems to review actual vs. estimated job costs.
  • Manage the execution and review of all scope of work, terms, and conditions in customer contracts including cost control, delivery fulfillment, and quality of service, and other customer requirements as they arise.
  • May originate and apply new approaches to installation methods.
  • Will have direct reports and perform managerial responsibilities including but not limited to: mentoring, coaching, and developing colleagues.

What You'll Need
  • Proven project management experience in a technical environment (electronic security systems).
  • Advanced coaching, mentoring, and staff development skills; solid leadership orientation.
  • Advanced team leadership, team building, and facilitation skills.
  • Initiative - regularly engage in proactive behavior and looks for opportunities.
  • Adaptability - responds effectively to changes in situation or information; ability to influence others and build consensus using advanced written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
  • Advanced financial analysis skills including cost control.
  • Proven ability to facilitate a collaborative working environment for customers and team members.
  • Excellent Microsoft Outlook, Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills; solid programming skills, and proven ability to troubleshoot problems and look for solutions.
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of IT networking principals.
  • A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Company Benefits and Perks

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all of our colleagues:
  • Company Holidays and Paid Time Off
  • Fun & Laughter Day Off
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
  • Life insurance & Disability Plan
  • Wellness Program
  • 401K Matching Plan
  • Colleague Assistance Program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Competitive salary and compensation plan
  • Vehicle reimbursement plan
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Day
  • And much more...

Requirements:

Education: College degree, trade school or equivalent experience

Minimum Experience: 3-5 years project supervisory and relevant engineering, field service or project management in electronic security

Preferred Experience: (but not required):
  • Certification: Project Management Institute (PMI)

Convergint is committed to a culture of Inclusion and Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.

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)