Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: United Kingdom - Letchworth - LETCHWORTH, Hertfordshire SG6 2TSNorthland Controls Limited is seeking a Project Manager to join our team in Letchworth, UK.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
Strong background in Access Control and CCTV system design
Demonstrated design expertise with Lenel OnGuard and Milestone CCTV systems (required)
Minimum 5 years of experience in a project management role
Previous experience with system installation and/or technical support is an advantage
Ability to manage multiple projects across their full lifecycle, from concept and design through implementation, testing, commissioning, and handover
Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned region to attend project kick-offs, coordination meetings, and site sign-offs
Excellent organizational skills with clear, professional communication abilities
Highly self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision, and comfortable managing competing priorities