Electronic Security Project Manager

About

DU Family of Companies is a network of fire protection, life safety, and security service companies, protecting people and property across 30+ locations and 11 states. Clear Connection, Inc., based in Beltsville, MD, is a technology convergence consulting and support firm delivering reliable, scalable technology solutions for small to mid-size organizations across MD, DC, VA, NY, NJ, CT, DE, PA, and internationally. As a proud member of the DU Family of Companies, powered by APi Group, we combine the strength of a leading life safety network with the responsiveness and relationships of a local partner. Living our motto, "we protect what you value most," Clear Connection offers a challenging and rewarding work environment for those passionate about keeping communities safe.

Due to continued growth, we are looking to add an Electronic Security Project Manager to our Beltsville, MD team. In this role, you will plan, coordinate, and deliver electronic security system projects from initiation through closeout, overseeing schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and client communication across a range of commercial, healthcare, education, and industrial environments. Success in this role requires strong project management fundamentals, technical knowledge of integrated security systems, sound financial acumen, and the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of electronic security and low-voltage projects from kickoff through closeout.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, field technicians, and internal teams.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Conduct project kickoff meetings and provide ongoing project status updates.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contracts to ensure scope compliance.
• Oversee installation quality and ensure projects meet industry standards and safety requirements.
• Track labor utilization, project costs, profitability, and overall project financial performance.
• Maintain project margins through effective cost control, labor management, procurement oversight, and change order management.
• Provide financial oversight of projects including forecasting, budget tracking, billing coordination, and revenue recognition support.
• Coordinate procurement of equipment and materials while monitoring lead times.
• Support system testing, commissioning, and customer training.
• Resolve project issues and technical challenges in a timely manner.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Manage project closeout activities including punch lists, as-built documentation, and final turnover packages.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of electronic security technician experience or project management experience in the low-voltage/security industry.
• Strong knowledge of access control systems, CCTV/video surveillance, intrusion detection systems, intercom systems, and structured cabling and networking.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and construction documents.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, contract management, and financial oversight.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management training is a plus.
• Manufacturer certifications or experience with Brivo, Eagle Eye Networks, Hanwha Vision, Avigilon, Digital Monitoring Products, or Honeywell is a plus.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is a plus.
• Experience in commercial, healthcare, education, government, or critical infrastructure environments is a plus.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Approximately two-thirds field-based work visiting job sites and coordinating with clients, general contractors, and subcontractors.
• Approximately one-third office-based work focused on scheduling, documentation, reporting, budgeting, and project planning.
• Frequent travel to project sites throughout the service area.
• May require occasional after-hours work to support project cutovers, testing, and system commissioning.

Compensation

The salary for this role is $100,000 to $125,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.

Why Choose DU Family of Companies?

• Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive pay rates for experienced professionals, ensuring your skills are recognized and rewarded appropriately.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy an industry-leading benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and additional perks, ensuring your health and well-being are taken care of.
• Strength of the Family: The Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, with over 30 locations across the East Coast and Midwest, epitomizes the strength of a team-first mindset. Embracing a culture of collaboration, we unite to share knowledge, resources, and best practices across our network of branches. This collective approach strengthens us as a cohesive group, amplifying our impact far beyond what any individual business unit could achieve alone.
• Backed by APi Group: As a subsidiary of APi Group, a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar corporation headquartered in Minnesota, we provide the financial stability and support needed for success. Benefit from world-class training and leadership development opportunities, backed by a powerhouse in the Fire Life Safety & Security industry.
• Long-Term Career Relationships: Many of our employees have been with us for 20+ years! We believe in investing in the right people, fostering enduring professional relationships that benefit both individuals and the company alike. Join us and become part of a community where your dedication is recognized and valued for the long term.
• Values Match: We prioritize hiring individuals whose values align with ours. Our commitment to value-driven recruitment is a cornerstone of our People/Talent Development Operating Code.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

DAVIS-ULMER'S ENDURING PURPOSE: "To protect what people value most."

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.