Project Manager 1 - Fort Myers, FL

About the Role

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results-driven, and forward-thinking Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will oversee all aspects of assigned projects, including planning, scheduling, directing, application engineering, budgeting, and procurement. You will also manage field installation, start-up, and close-out, ensuring projects are executed within budgeted cost and time schedules while maintaining positive cash flow. This position serves as the key interface with customers, focusing on maximizing satisfaction, safety, and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of assigned projects (typically valued up to $1M) from award through completion, including overall site management for successful and timely delivery within budget.
• Prepare project installation plans, manage execution, and implement job procedures.
• Translate customer needs into detailed proposals and project implementation plans; review and approve estimated costs prior to bid; engage in contract negotiation; provide technical assistance to the sales team.
• Supervise project design engineering, installation labor, and subcontractors; prepare project schedules, subcontracts, change proposals, and invoices; assist with collections.
• Effectively communicate project requirements to the team and maintain accurate records of job status, changes, material flow, and other control records.
• Act as the customer’s best service provider, ensuring Convergint remains their first choice for service.
• Identify potential project risks and develop strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and deadlines.
• Proactively communicate project schedules, changes, and related activities to customers to improve satisfaction.
• Manage procurement of materials, supplies, and services to ensure timely and cost-effective project completion.
• Establish project milestones, analyze costs, and review financial systems to compare actual vs. estimated job costs; adjust project plans as necessary.
• Manage execution and review of all contract terms, including cost control, delivery, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Oversee subcontractor selection and work; manage direct reports, if applicable.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Project management experience in a technical environment (e.g., building automation systems, fire alarm systems, electronic security systems, AV systems).
• Associate’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant engineering, field service, or project management experience.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and facilitation skills; ability to mentor and develop staff.
• Proactive and adaptable, with the ability to influence others and build consensus using strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, including conflict resolution and financial cost control.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Basic understanding of IT networking principles.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Preferred (but not required): Experience in electronic, fire alarm & life safety, building automation, and/or AV systems; previous project supervisory experience; Project Management Institute (PMI) certification or industry-specific certifications.

Benefits

• 10 company holidays and paid time off starting at 13 days annually.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Life insurance and disability plan.
• Wellness program.
• 401K matching plan.
• Colleague Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive salary and compensation plan.
• Vehicle reimbursement plan or company vehicle.
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day.
• Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable).
• Paid parental leave.