Project Manager - Charlotte, NC

Project Manager

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven, proactive, and forward-thinking Project Manager to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of assigned projects, including planning, scheduling, directing, application engineering, budgeting, change orders, procurement, managing the financials, field installation, start-up, and proper close out of assigned projects. Ensures projects are effectively executed within budget, time schedules, with positive cash flow. This position is a key interface with the customer 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.

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 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.

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 installing and servicing commercial access control, video surveillance, intrusion, fire, and mass communication systems. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

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.

Manages many aspects of assigned projects from award through completion of project, including : overall site management of project(s) for successful and timely completion within budget with no slip. Prepares project installation plan, manages the plan, then prepares and implements job procedures.

Translates a variety of customer needs / requirements into detailed proposals and project implementation plans to meet Customer requirements; reviews and approves estimated costs prior to bid; engages in project contract negotiation; provides technical assistance to sales force as and when required; supervises project design engineering; supervises installation labor and subcontractors; prepares project schedules, subcontracts, change proposals, project invoices; assists with collections on projects.

Effectively communicates project requirements to project team and wider organization as and when required and maintains accurate and up to date records of job status, job changes, material flow and other control records necessary for processing of internal and external reports.

Acts as our customers best service provider at all times thereby ensuring Convergint is the customers first choice for service. Identifies potential project risks and develops / implements strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines.

Proactively communicates project schedules, project change proposals and related project activities on a regular basis with customer and seek to continuously improve customer satisfaction. Manages the procurement (including selection) of materials, supplies, services and controls necessary for timely and cost-effective completion of project within budget.

Establish project milestones and analyze costs; Exposure to financial systems to review actual vs. estimated job cost and to provide timely and accurate project cost reports; identify reasons for low job site productivity and determine impact on the project; adjusts or corrects project plan and / or project cost estimates as necessary to meet financial goals.

Manage the execution and review of all scope of work, terms and conditions in customer contracts including cost control, delivery fulfillment, quality control standards, quality of service and other customer requirements as they arise. Responsible for management of direct reports, if applicable. Manages subcontractor selection process and work.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

Project management experience in commercial construction and / or technical environment (building automation systems, fire alarm systems, and / or electronic security systems) is required. Initiative engage in proactive behavior and looks for opportunities and solutions. Strong analytical skills necessary to resolve problems and look for solutions; solid conflict resolution skills. Ability to facilitate a collaborative working environment for customers and team members. Extremely adaptable; responds effectively to changes in situation or information; ability to influence others and build consensus using advanced written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

Strong coaching, mentoring, and staff development skills; solid leadership orientation Actively seek ways in which to act as a role model, guide, develop and mentor others within the organization. Strong financial analytical skills including cost control. Solid team leadership, team building and facilitation skills. Experience managing client relationships / communications.

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which all individuals are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits : 10 Company Holidays and Paid Time Off starting at 13 days annually 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 or company vehicle Corporate Social Responsibility Day Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable) Paid parental leave

Requirements : Education : Associate's degree or equivalent experience Minimum Experience : 5-7 of project management experience required. Must have valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Preferred Experience (but not required) : 5 years of previous, relevant engineering, field service or project management experience preferred Experience in one or more of the following industries : commercial construction, electronic, fire alarm & life safety, and / or building automation Certifications & Licenses : Project Management Institute (PMI) certification desirable; industry-specific certifications and / or licenses