Project Manager Access Control & CCTV

OVERVIEW

The Security Systems Project Manager is responsible for managing commercial security projects involving Access Control, CCTV/Video Surveillance, structured cabling, electrified locking hardware, and related network infrastructure from planning through installation, programming, testing, commissioning, and closeout.

 

This position requires more than traditional project management experience. The successful candidate must bring strong technical knowledge of security systems and be capable of understanding how systems are installed, wired, programmed, integrated, tested, and troubleshot in a variety of commercial environments.

 

The role serves as a technical and project-management resource for field teams and office leadership, helping improve project execution, strengthen technical capabilities, and expand security-system expertise across the Low Voltage division.

 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Project Management

Manage assigned Access Control, CCTV/Video Surveillance, structured cabling, and related low-voltage security projects from turnover through completion.

Review project scope, specifications, drawings, schedules, and contract requirements.

Develop project plans and coordinate labor, material, equipment, subcontractors, manufacturers, and project schedules.

Monitor project progress, costs, labor utilization, material requirements, and schedule performance.

Coordinate with customers, general contractors, vendors, manufacturers, field personnel, and 

internal stakeholders.

Identify project risks, technical challenges, scope changes, and field conditions that could affect cost or schedule.

Support estimating and quoting; develop, price, document, and track change orders; and maintain accurate cost-to-complete and project forecasts.

Maintain accurate project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change documentation, testing records, closeout information, and as-built requirements.

Ensure projects meet applicable contractual, quality, safety, and customer requirements

Security Systems Technical Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight for the installation, troubleshooting, repair, programming, configuration, and testing of Access Control and Video Surveillance systems.
• Understand the operation, wiring, installation, and troubleshooting of electrified locking hardware, cameras, security systems, and associated devices.
• Diagnose system or device issues and develop practical solutions when unfamiliar equipment or field conditions are encountered.
• Program and configure Access Control and CCTV systems.
• Review and interpret blueprints, specifications, wiring diagrams, device schedules, and project scope requirements.
• Coordinate security-system requirements with telecom and data-network infrastructure.
• Provide technical oversight of structured cabling installations.
• Understand and coordinate IT closet build-outs and associated requirements
• Support technicians and field leaders with system troubleshooting, programming, commissioning, and technical problem-solving.
• Coordinate system testing, commissioning, customer demonstrations, punch-list completion, and turnover.

 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 

Education, Experience, Certification and/or Licenses

High school diploma or GED required. Associate or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics, Business, or a related field preferred. Equivalent relevant industry experience may substitute for formal education.

Minimum 3-5 years of progressively responsible commercial electronic security or low-voltage experience involving Access Control, CCTV/Video Surveillance, or related systems, including demonstrated responsibility for coordinating projects, field activities, technical execution, or project teams.

Demonstrated experience installing, troubleshooting, repairing, programming, and testing Access Control and Video Surveillance systems.

Proficient programming experience with Access Control and CCTV systems.

Strong knowledge of electrified locking hardware, cameras, security devices, wiring, and system installation.

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, security drawings, blueprints, specifications, and project scope documents.

Working knowledge of IP networking concepts applicable to electronic security systems, including TCP/IP, IP addressing, Power over Ethernet (PoE), switches, VLAN concepts, network

connectivity, and basic network troubleshooting.

Working knowledge of structured cabling systems.

Understanding IT/data closet build-out requirements.

Ability to troubleshoot unfamiliar security-system equipment and develop effective solutions.

Strong organizational, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to coordinate multiple projects, priorities, customers, and field activities.

Preferred

• Prior formal project-management experience is preferred; demonstrated leadership of complex commercial security-system installations and project execution may substitute for formal project-management experience.
• Experience estimating or quoting Access Control, CCTV, and security-system projects.
• Knowledge of project scheduling, cost tracking, change management, procurement, and project closeout.
• Manufacturer certifications or formal technical training are strongly preferred.

 

Manufacturer experience or certifications may include:

• Avigilon
• Salto
• Galaxy
• Axis
• Verkada
• Genetec, LenelS2, Software House C-CURE, Milestone, or other recognized enterprise Access Control, Video Surveillance, and security-system manufacturers or platforms.

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong Access Control and Video Surveillance technical knowledge.
• Security-system programming and commissioning capabilities.
• Understanding of IP-based security systems and their interaction with data networks.
• Knowledge of structured cabling and low-voltage infrastructure.
• Ability to troubleshoot at the device, wiring, network, and system level.
• Ability to translate technical issues into clear direction for field personnel and customers.
• Strong project ownership and follow-through.
• Ability to balance hands-on technical problem-solving with project management responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively with technicians, foremen, project teams, customers, vendors, and leadership.

 

Computer Skills

• Proficiency with Windows-based operating systems
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Experience with project management and scheduling software
• Ability to learn and utilize company-specific project, accounting, and documentation systems

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

 

Physical Abilities		Frequency		Lift/Carry		Frequency
Stand		F (Frequently)		10 lbs. or less		C (Constantly)
Walk		F (Frequently)		11-20 lbs.		F (Frequently)
Sit		O (Occasionally)		21-50 lbs.		O (Occasionally)
Handling/Fingering		F (Frequently)		51-100 lbs.		O (Occasionally with assistance)
Reach Outward		F (Frequently)		Over 100 lbs.		N (Not Applicable)
Reach Above Shoulder		F (Frequently)		Push / Pull		Frequency
Climb		F (Frequently)		12 lbs. or less		C (Constantly)
Crawl		O (Occasionally)		13-25 lbs.		F (Frequently)
Squat or kneel		F (Frequently)		26-40 lbs.		O (Occasionally)
Bend		F (Frequently)		41-100 lbs.		N (Not Applicable)
S: Seldomly (1-10% of the time)	O: Occasionally (11-33% of the time)		F: Frequently (34-66% of the time)		C: Constantly (67-100% of the time)

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work may be performed on active construction sites and may involve:

• Exposure to changing weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, rain, and wind.
• Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and construction-related hazards.
• Occasional access to elevated, restricted, or active work areas for observation, coordination, inspection, or troubleshooting, consistent with training, authorization, and site-safety requirements.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility apparel, and fall protection equipment.
• Travel between job sites as required.