Project Manager

As the new Project Manager, you will work closely with multiple teams within Paladin as well as clients and subcontractors to, scope, plan and build highly complex projects using the latest technology from the best vendors, including Lenel, Genetec, Axis, Milestone and Avigilon. Tasked with managing every aspect, from start to finish, of our major projects for new construction, you are responsible for delivering high-quality project results. You will manage the project team as efficiently as possible while representing Paladin in a professional manner in line with our values of a leadership mindset, people development, team, and client-focused.

Past experience managing large, multi-million-dollar projects will be a strong asset for this position. Stakeholder engagement across complex organizations and within Paladin will be an important part of this role as well. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and manage schedules for on-time delivery, monitor budgets to control costs and maintain financial health
• Develop and manage project plan: includes plans for client communication expectations, project resource requirements and availability, procurement and management of materials and reconciliation, project commissioning, development of risk management and mitigation strategies, scheduling to ensure efficiency, in-depth knowledge and understanding of stakeholders expectations and requirements
• Provide accurate financial reports for performance targets to meet the desired profit margin
• Develop and maintain long-term client relationships that lead to repeat business and business development opportunities
• Create documentation and ensure it clear, easy to follow, updated as per communication schedule, and accessible to all stakeholders
• Control costs and maximize productivity through the implementation of best practices and standard processes
• Effectively manage and maintain all written and verbal project communications, both formal and informal
• Maintain client satisfaction and promptly resolve any concerns
• Develop relationships with subcontractors to build a pool of resources; manage selection of subcontracts for projects, where required
• Proactively assess risks; ensure a safe and healthy work environment

SUCCESS FACTORS - What excellence looks like

• Project Management: Flawlessly deliver on all project components to exceed client satisfaction
• Planning & Problem Solving: Plan for every situation and resolve issues before they happen
• Accountability: Own each project and its outcome while following company standards
• Agility: Adjust and pivot to changes with ease
• Communication: Transmit information with consistency and clarity; adapt to different styles

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as commercial project manager 
• Post-secondary education from an engineering technology program (controls and instrumentation, electronics, electrical, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and project software
• Able to work independently, manage time effectively, and work with multiple deadlines

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is beneficial but not required
• Professional Engineering designation is beneficial but not required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, (ie see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers
• Manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment
• Sitting, standing, walking in office environments and construction sites

WORKING CONDITIONS: In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate
• Will be required to be on site with customers or contractors, with or without Paladin Technolgy colleagues to manage the expectations and deliverables. Sites range from general office environments to new construction.
• Driving to customer sites is required
• Limited overnight travel may be required

Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000 DOE
BENEFITS: Colleagues and their families are covered by medical, dental, vision, company provided basic life insurance and AD&D and short-term disability, telemedicine & virtual counseling. Voluntary insurances offered include life insurance and AD&D, short-term disability (buy-up option), long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance, and HSA & FSA accounts. Colleagues may also enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan. Colleagues will also receive PTO (paid time off), sick leave, and 7 paid holidays.

All interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application. We thank all applicants for their time; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.