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Allied Universal

Largest private security services provider

Project Manager

Project ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeHouston, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma is required.
  • At least six years of project management experience is required; electronic security industry experience is preferred.
  • A proven track record and verified references demonstrating the ability to manage projects valued at $4 million or more to schedule and budget are required.
  • Expert knowledge of project management techniques and tools and general knowledge of contract laws and regulations are required.
  • The ability to work independently and perform moderately to highly complex tasks requiring knowledge of technical and business environments is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, and SharePoint, is required.
  • The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers is required.
  • The ability to conduct site walks and attend onsite customer meetings is required.
  • The ability to communicate verbally and in writing is required.
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting strict deadlines is required.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain thoughtful communication with vendors and internal and external customers while balancing time against profits and ensuring efforts support anticipated returns in revenue, growth, and customer retention.
  • Determine, allocate, and maximize available resources through project planning to achieve sales and project management objectives.
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of the industry and competitive practices across multiple markets.
  • Implement changes to projects, contract prices, and installation plans, including estimating, developing, and submitting change orders.
  • Support invoicing and collections by ensuring contractual terms and conditions are met, invoices are completed accurately and on time, and reports in the enterprise resource planning system are monitored with consistent customer follow-up.
  • Manage project budgets and project profit-and-loss responsibility.
  • Prepare project installation plans, determine goals, manage plans, and prepare and implement job procedures.
  • Maintain construction schedules and coordinate task scheduling with other trades.
  • Maintain records of job status, job changes, and material flow.
  • Define project problems using financial, contract-management, and management tools to assure project profitability.
  • Plan and schedule engineering, installation, and subcontracting activities.
  • Supervise installation labor and subcontractors.
  • Prioritize team workload to deliver quality results on time and within budget.
  • Troubleshoot project issues and engage appropriate management and resources to mitigate impacts.
  • Develop fallback and contingency plans.

Desired Qualifications

  • An associate degree is preferred.
  • Electronic security industry experience is preferred.
  • A Project Management Professional certification from the Project Management Institute is preferred.
  • Factory certifications in relevant technology platforms such as Software House, Lenel, Brivo, Open Options, Exacq, American Dynamics, Milestone, and OnSSI are a plus.
  • Experience in the security industry is preferred.

About the Company

Allied Universal

Largest private security services provider

Allied Universal is a large security and facilities services provider that protects people and property at client sites. Its offerings include on-site security guards, mobile patrols, risk assessments, and janitorial and facilities support, delivered by trained staff with supporting technology. The company stands out for its massive scale and wide footprint, created by merging AlliedBarton with Universal Services of America and later acquiring G4S to become the world’s largest private security provider. Its goal is to be the leading fully integrated security and facilities partner for customers across North America and beyond.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Irvine, CA
Founded
1957

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