Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager with potential to grow into a leadership role within the school security industry. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on field or technical experience who is ready to transition into project management. The Assistant Project Manager will support senior leadership while gaining direct exposure to planning, scheduling, and coordinating large-scale security projects.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in planning, scheduling, and executing projects in areas such as video surveillance, access control, structured cabling, fiber optics, and fire alarm systems.
Learn to serve as a point of contact for clients and subcontractors, under the guidance of experienced Project Managers.
Participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) meetings onsite and contribute to creating a culture of safety.
Observe and escalate safety concerns or risks immediately to senior team members.
Support coordination with Purchasing, Field Operations, and vendors to ensure materials and labor are available when needed.
Maintain accurate project status reports and assist in monitoring Procore Daily Reports.
Review and interpret as-built and progress drawings, with mentoring support.
Conduct site visits to track progress, verify quality, and gain field experience.
Become proficient with GigWire and project management tools.
Collaborate with General Contractors on larger projects under senior guidance.
Adapt to varying schedules, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends, as projects require.

Qualifications

Prior experience in the security systems industry preferred
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule and adapt to business needs as required
Proven history of upward mobility within roles.
Aptitude for management and leadership with some experience.
Hands-on experience in security integration or related field strongly preferred.
Interest in learning project management skills and growing into a leadership role.
Familiarity with video surveillance, access control, structured cabling, fiber optics, and/or fire alarm systems a plus.
Certifications (Milestone, Genetec, Avigilon, Bosch, Open Options, etc.) are helpful but not required.
Familiarity with Procore or other construction software is a bonus.
Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills; comfort with spreadsheets and data tracking.
Ability to read drawings or willingness to learn.
Must be able to obtain (or test for) a DPS Security License within 90 days of employment.

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Assistant Project Manager