Project Manager – Electronic Security Systems (Job ID: 4300)

Project Manager – Electronic Security Systems

Purpose

Valkyrie Enterprises is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Project Manager to lead the execution of complex Electronic Security Systems (ESS) projects supporting U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), Department of State (DoS), and other Federal Government customers at our Norfolk location.

Job Description

• Manage multiple electronic security system projects supporting DoD, DoS, and other Federal Government customers.
• Led project execution activities including initiation, planning, scheduling, execution, monitoring, and closeout.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, resource plans, project estimates, and status reports.
• Conduct project meetings, customer briefings, and internal coordination meetings.
• Ensure project deliverables meet contractual requirements, technical specifications, and customer expectations.
• Cookordination with procurement, subcontractors, suppliers, and field installation teams.
• Monitor project financial performance including labor utilization, subcontractor management, and cost forecasting.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize operational and financial impacts.
• Support proposal development, technical solution development, and cost estimating efforts.

Technical & Engineering Oversight

• Provide technical oversight for the design, integration, installation, and sustainment of enterprise electronic security systems.
• Coordinate closely with engineering personnel to ensure technical solutions align with customer requirements and applicable standards.
• Review system designs, bills of material, statements of work, drawings, and technical submittals.
• Support engineering reviews, design validation, and system integration planning activities.
• Understand and oversee integration of systems including:
• Access Control Systems (ACS)
• Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
• Video Surveillance / Video Management Systems (CCTV/VMS)
• Alarm Monitoring Systems
• Intercom and Communications Systems
• IP-based security networks and infrastructure
• Support system commissioning, acceptance testing, and troubleshooting activities as required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards including UFC requirements, DoD physical security requirements, and customer-specific specifications.

Customer & Team Leadership

• Serve as the primary interface between the company and government stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships across program and installation personnel.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams consisting of engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and support staff.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to technical and field personnel.
• Cookordination activities across internal departments to ensure efficient project execution.
• Communicate effectively with executive leadership, customers, subcontractors, and technical teams.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience managing technical projects supporting Federal Government customers.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing electronic security system projects in DoD, DoS, or other high-security federal environments.
• Strong understanding of integrated electronic security system architectures, installation practices, and lifecycle support.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects involving:
• Access Control Systems
• Intrusion Detection Systems
• CCTV / Video Management Systems
• Networked IP-based security infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Experience coordinating engineering, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, Information Technology, or related field.
• Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Experience with design-build or large-scale infrastructure modernization projects.
• Familiarity with government contracting and federal acquisition processes.
• Experience with enterprise security platforms such as:
• Lenel OnGuard
• Milestone XProtect
• Genetec Security Center
• Hirsch Velocity
• AMAG Symmetry
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• Experience supporting proposal development and technical solutioning.
• Familiarity with Costpoint or similar project/accounting systems.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance or higher.

Security Requirements

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (minimum secret).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.

Travel Requirements

• Travel may range from 10%–50% depending on program requirements.
• Domestic travel to government and military facilities is required.
• Candidate must be capable of obtaining and maintaining required identification credentials for access to secure federal facilities and military installations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in office, construction, and secure facility environments.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while working at a computer or attending meetings.
• Ability to inspect installations and access equipment in field environments.
• Occasional lifting of equipment or materials up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch, and navigate active construction environments as required.

Valkyrie Enterprises

Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie’s commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics. Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Pay Range

$80,000 - $125,000 per year

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