Senior Project Manager – Construction Site-based. Genetec

Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £65,000 basic plus car allowance £350 per month, 10% bonus and train travel (£75K+ overall earning)

• Lead high-value security projects exceeding £1M across central London

• Manage enterprise-level systems including Access Control, CCTV and Intruder Detection

• Work with leading platforms such as Genetec, LenelS2, Gallagher and Milestone

• Enjoy competitive salary package with car allowance and 10% performance bonus

• Join a supportive organisation that invests in continuous professional development

Our client, a specialist security integrator and part of a wider group, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of enterprise-level security installations across central London. This is an excellent opportunity for a construction-savvy project professional to take ownership of high-value projects while working with cutting-edge security technologies.

Position Overview

As Senior Project Manager, you’ll take full accountability for delivering complex security system installations from inception to completion. Working predominantly on-site in central London, you’ll manage projects valued at £1M and above across government, commercial, retail, education and healthcare sectors. This role requires strong profit and loss experience alongside hands-on construction site management, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete project lifecycle for Access Control, CCTV and Intruder Alarm installations

• Plan and coordinate project programmes including labour, materials, subcontractors and dependencies

• Control project budgets, maintain cost-to-complete forecasts and manage variations

• Provide daily on-site management and supervision of engineers and subcontractors

• Act as primary client contact throughout project delivery and attend progress meetings

• Review and approve technical submittals, drawings and system designs for compliance

• Implement project management controls, monitor KPIs and align processes across departments

• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety Policies and CDM Regulations

• Support the commercial team in client meetings and attend industry events

Requirements

Essential:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience managing Electronic Security Systems project delivery

• Proven track record delivering projects with contract values exceeding £1M

• Experience managing enterprise security systems across commercial, critical infrastructure, data centre, government or corporate environments

• Strong technical knowledge of Access Control, CCTV, Video Surveillance, Intruder Detection and Intercom Systems

• Experience with enterprise platforms such as Genetec, LenelS2, Gallagher, CCURE, Milestone or Axis

• Demonstrated ability managing project programmes, budgets, procurement, subcontractors and commercial performance

• Good understanding of CDM Regulations, health & safety requirements and construction project delivery

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Project

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable:

• PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP or equivalent project management qualification

• SMSTS certification

• Experience working within high-security environments

• Knowledge of network infrastructure, IP-based security systems and cyber security principles

• Experience delivering projects under JCT, NEC or similar contract forms

• NSI, CSCS, ECS or other industry qualifications

• Familiarity with BIM, Smart Buildings and integrated building technologies

• Experience managing multi-site, national or international security projects

Company Overview

Our client is a specialist security integrator that designs, advises and delivers integrated security solutions helping organisations protect their people, assets and operations. As part of a wider group, they combine specialist agility with substantial resources to deliver innovative risk mitigation and loss prevention across diverse sectors including government, commercial, retail, education and healthcare. The company fosters a collaborative and supportive working environment built on open communication and teamwork, considering their people their greatest asset. They invest in continuous personal and professional development through training, support and genuine growth opportunities.

How to Apply

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