Project Manager - New Orleans, LA

New Orleans, LA, United States

Job Category : Program and Project Management

Requisition Number : PROJE009510

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Posted : April 18, 2024

Full-Time

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St. Rose Office

St. Rose, LA 70087, USA

Description Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven 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 and procurement, as well as managing field installation, start-up, and close out of assigned projects. Ensures projects are effectively executed within budgeted cost, time schedules and ensure positive cash flow. In addition, position is key interface with the customer and 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.

For information about how we use your personal information, please see our Colleague & Applicant Privacy Notice, available on convergint.com/careers.

Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues and communities. 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 embraces inclusion and 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.

Who We Are

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. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

What you’ll do with “Our Training and Your Experience”

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 (typically valued up to $1M) from award through completion of project, including: overall site management of project(s) for successful and timely completion within budget.. Prepares project installation plan, manages the plan and 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 customer’s best service provider” at all times thereby ensuring Convergint is the customer’s 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.

What You’ll Need

Project management experience in a technical environment (building automation systems, fire alarm systems, electronic security systems and AV systems).

Coaching, mentoring, and staff development skills; solid leadership orientation – Actively seeks ways in which to act as a role model, guide, develop and mentor others within the organization.

Team leadership, team building and facilitation skills.

Shows initiative – engages in proactive behavior and looks for opportunities.

Adaptable – responds effectively to changes in situation or information; ability to influence others and build consensus using strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

Strong analytical skills necessary to resolve problems and look for solutions; solid conflict resolution skills.

Financial analytical skills including cost control.

Basic ability to facilitate a collaborative working environment for customers and team members.

Basic Microsoft Outlook, Project, Excel, Word and Power Point skills.

Basic knowledge and understanding of IT networking principles.

Company Benefits and Perks

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company.We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all of our colleagues:

Company Holidays and Paid Time Off

Fun & Laughter Day Off

Life insurance & Disability Plan

Wellness Program

401K Matching Plan

Colleague Assistance Program

Competitive salary and compensation plan

Vehicle reimbursement plan

Corporate Social Responsibility Day

And much more…

Requirements:

Education: College degree, trade school or equivalent experience

Associates degree in Engineering or related field

Minimum Experience: 3 years relevant engineering, field service or project management

Preferred Experience (but not required):

Experience in 1 or more of the following industries: electronic, fire alarm & life safety, building automation and/or AV systems

Previous project supervisory experience

Certifications & Licenses: Project Management Institute (PMI) certification; industry-specific certifications and/or licenses; must have valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Convergint is committed to a culture of Inclusion and Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.

Qualifications Education Required High School or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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