Job Description

Northland Controls, a global leader in security integration, is looking for a Project Manager to join our team in Letchworth, UK.




Northland specializes in high-end security systems for some of the largest tech companies worldwide, managing projects from small installations to complex global enterprise systems. This position will work onsite with a specific client.

About Northland Controls:

Offices in the U.S., UK, Singapore, China, and India. We handle security projects for major companies across 70+ countries. Our expert team ensures top-notch project delivery with support from 100+ local service partners worldwide.

What We're Looking For:

We want motivated, positive people who love tackling challenges, learning quickly, taking ownership of their work, and having fun while doing it.

Why You'll Love This Job:

You'll work with an exceptional team on challenging projects that make a real impact. Our company culture is a key strength - you'll enjoy working in an energetic and supportive environment.

Duties

Plans and schedules engineering, installation, and subcontracting on all projects

Maintains current job plans and specifications. Works with engineering on the design of projects. Prepares project estimates and proposals. Coordinates procurement of materials and services; and ensures timely delivery to site. Prepares project installation plan, manages the plan and prepares and implements job procedures. Maintains construction schedule and coordinates scheduling with other trades. Selects and monitors the performance of subcontractors. Maintains all records of job status, job changes, material flow and other control records and prepares reports for internal and external use. Implements quality assurance program to continuously improve customer satisfaction. Present a professional image of company when speaking to customers. Develops a relationship with the decision makers of customers. Routinely walks job site to ensure quality installation. Responsible for customer satisfaction. Studies literature and attends seminars to stay abreast of new products and processes. Ability to travel nationally and internationally as per project and client requirements.

Monitors job status and controls job costs:

Provides information to determine labour and material resources on weekly basis. Assists management in weekly and monthly forecasting. Ensures timecards are accurate and filled out completely with job numbers. Reviews financial statements and other management tools to ensure proper job management, cost controls and problem resolution. Supervises the preparation of base data required for ongoing job billing. Devises a plan of action to remedy any project problems and implements plans to assure project profitability.

Job Closure:

Responsible for completing record drawings. Responsible for completing all paperwork, POs are closed, Notices of Completion (NOC) are submitted, and jobs are turned over to service. Job is 100% billed. Job close out reports are completed.

Commissioning:

Populate projection sheets, commissioning sheets plans, mark-up drawings, and co-ordinate with Program Managers in the commissioning of systems. Manage onsite changes to the physical installation to meet standards. Basic level test, program and troubleshoot access control and digital network video systems. Commission systems and be responsible for testing and handover of the finished installation to a satisfactory conclusion. Complete all commissioning and hand over documentation. Follow assigned projects to final adjustments, commissioning and sign off. Ensure on-site clients are trained in the use of the installed system. Provide technical support to clients and colleagues.

Requirements:

Experience managing complex projects. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills Degree in construction management a plus. PMP Certification



Join us to be part of a world-class team working on exciting global security projects!