Sr. Project Manager - Technology

Job Description

Job Description

PURPOSE

The Sr. Project Manager - Technology creates and develops relationships supportive of the Baker Group Just Cause and Core Values with employees, internal and external clients. This position provides opportunities to increase business unit revenues by marketing and cross selling products and services provided by Baker Group. This includes, but is not limited to Security, Parking systems, & Fire alarm systems. This role manages projects in a manner that compliments all facets of the project from design to owner training, provides sales support as needed to secure potential sales, reviews estimates as required, initiates sales/ops turnovers and documents scope, reviews control submittals and re-estimate, assists in scheduling and revenue forecasting. In addition, this position prices all change orders ensuring customer labor rates/markups are met and provides reviews/goals of operations team members. The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for execution coordination, project documentation, project financials, and customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned .

• Deep understanding of Building Security, Fire Alarm and Parking Systems
• Deep understanding of Baker Group and collaboration with all Baker Group Business Units (BUs)
• Offer and implement solutions to customers through engineering and field personnel
• Continuously develop relationships with existing customers and pursue opportunities which provide long-term customer relationships and revenue opportunities
• Educate customers on Baker Group capabilities not only in building Technology business, but also cross selling capabilities for revenue opportunities within other business units
• Utilize internal estimating software and standard product selections to develop solutions for customers and review with team members prior to submitting to customer – make sure we can deliver what we are selling
• Act as Account Manager/Project Manager or single point of contact with customer during project execution
• Attend scheduling meetings with Operations Manager – assist with scheduling field labor
• Attend project meetings internal and external – provide communication written and verbal regarding information requests, proposal requests, coordination, submittal reviews, etc.
• Initiate turnover meetings to engineering and field discussing project scope, safety, timelines, etc.
• Procure subcontracts as required for installation – utilize procurement documented format when obtaining multiple bids
• Utilize company standard documents for business development, pre-proposal checklists, turnovers, subcontracts, purchase orders, warranty, etc.
• Manage projects to ensure financial success

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science, Construction Management or Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Security or Fire systems
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in estimating and managing Security or Fire projects
• Demonstrated ability to build and grow client relationships

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid driver’s license with good driving record

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Able to manage teams successfully and profitably
• Advanced knowledge of Control Systems design and construction, means and methods, estimating, scheduling and cost control
• Ability to effectively delegate the type and amount of work to others in order to leverage personal effectiveness
• Effectively prioritize and balance the “big picture” and immediate responsibilities
• Ability to listen effectively, value the opinions of others and acknowledge contributions of others
• Ability to communicate and work well with others at all levels
• Ability to train, manage and hold staff accountable to get results
• Ability to recognize, select and hire top talent at appropriate times
• Ability to manage risk in understanding areas of exposure in estimates, schedules, contracts and site conditions
• Ability to resolve issues promptly for a “win-win” solution
• Consistently display natural leadership skills and qualities to guide the team leaders and other direct reports
• Value and support company mission and culture, as well as participate in community activities
• Display honesty, integrity, sound reasoning, good judgment/values, and lead by example, all while maintaining strong internal and external relationships at all levels

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds occasionally
• Significant field and client interactions on construction job sites, which may require prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or climbing stairs
• Occasional exposure to variety of temperature and weather conditions

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS

• Computer
• Calculator
• Tape measure
• PPE (hart hat, safety glasses, safety books, Hi-Vis vest)
• Clothing: jeans, appropriate office shirt

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.