DC Divisional Project Manager

DC Divisional Project Manager

Fully remote

Who we are?

Convergint is a global, service-based systems integrator delivering security, fire, and life safety solutions to customers worldwide. Built on a foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs, we are committed to being our customers’ best service provider and an employer of choice.

Convergint is committed to inclusion and diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Summary:

Manage, oversee and coordinate all aspects of Divisional Projects activities including, but not limited to, the following: Project Management of Divisional Projects, Project planning, qualifying potential business, review of proposals and bookings. Coach, Mentor and train the Project Managers within their team to improve individual skills. Overall responsibility for customer satisfaction in all assigned Divisional accounts. Overall responsibility for execution of contracts – estimated cost vs. actual cost; review of contracts; management of PMs, and subcontractors; planning and scheduling contracts, preparation of revenue and invoicing Forecasts for the team, Contract Costs Analysis and Assist with Final accounts, variations and disputes. Develops procedures collaboratively with the team and engages in regular process reviews.

This is a hybrid role that will require frequent travel and overnight stays in Europe.

Project Revenue Managed: Multi million Euros

Job Responsibilities:

1. Manages, oversee’ s and coordinates all aspects of Divisional project activities including, but not limited to, the following: planning, qualifying booked margin, review of proposals and bookings for the team. Coaches, Mentors the Divisional projects team to improve an individual’s skillset and productivity. Overall responsibility for customer satisfaction on all Projects and deliverables within the Division.

2. Overall responsibility for execution of contracts – estimated cost vs. actual cost; review of

contracts; supervision of Managers and subcontractors; planning and scheduling contracts,

preparation of invoices, and collections.

3. Overall responsibility for the divisional department

4. Effectively communicates goals to the Projects team and communicate with the wider

organization as and when required and maintains accurate and up to date job cost records,

and other control records necessary for processing of internal and external reports.

5. Develops and implements strategies under the guidance of the operations team that

improve execution and provide additional value to customers in a cost-effective manner.

6. Proactively communicates with and seeks feedback from all customers. Seeks to

continuously improve customer satisfaction. .

7. Meets with their and their PM’s customers on a regular basis to ensure that we are providing quality installations and meeting their individual needs.

8. Utilizes financial systems to review actual vs. estimated contract costs and to provide timely

and accurate financial reports for both their and their teams Projects.

9. Manages individual performance and personal development of assigned Project

Management team resources including appraisals along with performance of

subcontractors and LSP’s.

10. Supervises colleagues (typically, Project Managers, Project Specialists, Engineering

Specialists, Customer Support Specialists, and/or Installers) in a manner that maintains

morale, skills proficiency and productivity. Assist with Recruitment and hire team members

as required. Managerial responsibilities include but are not limited to: mentoring, coaching

and developing colleagues; planning, assigning and directing work; performance

management; project budget.

11. Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or required by the operations

management team.

Job Skills Requirements:

• Strong management skills related to Project and People Management
• Customer Focus – Maintaining awareness of and seeking to meet of the needs and wants of the customer
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Leadership Orientation – Actively seeks ways in which to act as a role model, guide, develop and mentor others within the Divisional Department; Strong team leadership, team building and facilitation skills
• Initiative – Engages in proactive behavior and looks for new project opportunities
• Adaptability – Responds effectively to changes in situation or information
• Strong financial analytical skills including cost control
• Excellent Microsoft Outlook, Project, Excel, Word and Power Point skills

Education Requirements:

Educated in Engineering/Managerial business NVQ or BTec Level or related field or equivalent experience

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of Two years of previous Senior Project Management, either in service, field or office-based Project Management experience
• Experience of Management in one or more of the following industries preferred: Electronic Security, Network/IT.
• Previous People Management experience

Certifications & Licenses:

Project Management Institute (PMP/PMI) certification preferred but not essential; industry-specific certifications and/or licenses required; must have valid driver’s license

Protective Clothing Required:

The position may require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use such as safety glasses, steel-toed shoes or work boots, etc.

Work Environment:

The position is a hybrid-based role “home location”, but the position would require frequent site attendance to manage project activities including client meetings, site inspections internal meetings with the appointed Project Manager, supply chain partners and local service providers. Expectation of travel being 2 weeks per month.

This will require a considered and structured approach along with other team members who may be required to attend certain projects on rotation in order to comply with statute and EU compliance requirements.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

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