About the role

  • Security Systems Field Project Manager overseeing complex, large-scale installations for Media & Entertainment company. Hybrid role based in Los Angeles, California, requiring site oversight and stakeholder collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Own the delivery of a complex, multi-site security systems portfolio, including a large-scale replacement of legacy access control technologies.
  • Perform regular site walks throughout the week to oversee access control system installations, ensuring proper cabling, device placement, terminations, and field integration best practices.
  • Lead all phases of security-systems projects including design, bid management, installation oversight, and final testing and commissioning.
  • Develop detailed project plans defining scope, schedule, deliverables, resources, budget, and risk management strategies.
  • Design and review security system layouts (CCTV, access control, intrusion, intercom, etc.) in accordance with company standards and project requirements.
  • Evaluate vendor bids, manage the selection process, and oversee contractors through installation to ensure quality, compliance, and documentation accuracy.
  • Coordinate and lead meetings with cross-functional stakeholders (Workplace, AV, Program Delivery, IT/Network, Security Operations, GC, Electrical, Locksmith, Security Integrators, etc.) to align project scope, schedule, and execution.
  • Oversee system testing, commissioning, and handover activities to ensure full functionality, proper documentation, and client sign-off.
  • Track project performance, issues, and financials  including cost and schedule variances and apply structured change-management processes as needed.
  • Maintain all project documentation and ensure client satisfaction, safety, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of hands-on security systems experience with cabling, device back boxes, terminations, and field integration workflows.
  • 5+ years of project management experience leading enterprise-wide security-systems deployments (new builds and/or large MAC/upgrades) and construction/physical infrastructure projects.
  • 5+ years of experience managing vendors, including installation oversight, quality assurance, change control, commissioning, and project close-out.
  • Expert knowledge of Lenel/S2 along with Milestone and ExacqVision.
  • Expert knowledge of Bluebeam Revu for drawing reviews, markups, takeoffs, and controlled revisions.
  • Excellent project management skills with proficiency managing numerous concurrent project deliverables with little supervision.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams, engage at technical and executive levels, and drive consensus.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field and PMP/CISSP certification is preferred.
  • Entertainment / Tech industry experience is preferred.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits

Job title

Security Systems Field Project Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$110,000 - $150,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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