Project Manager / Communication Technology - Safari Solutions

Fairchild Communication Systems, Inc., a technology systems integrator, is hiring a Project Manager in Indianapolis, IN.

OPPORTUNITY:
As a Project Manager on our dynamic team, you will be responsible for overall communication and completion of assigned projects. Utilizing your organization and your documentation and process system skills, you will coordinate installations with customers and maintain and improve the project profitability. You will be responsible for all aspects of each project from turn-over to completion including material acquisition, scheduling, coordination, invoicing and contract fulfillment. Reporting to the Director of Operations, tap into your motivation to manage all the details of projects with your high level of performance.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Plan, organize, and staff communication system construction projects to ensure that projects are completed profitably, on time, and exceed customer expectations.
• Process project-specific paperwork and work with administration to ensure timely billing to customers.
• Coordinate the procurement and delivery of materials, supplies, services, and controls.
• Serve as the Team Leader for the Lead Installation Technicians assigned to your projects.
• Participate in annual field performance review process while conducting effective employee performance reviews and maintaining employee relations.
• Provide monthly information to determine labor and material requirements and projections.
• Identify and generate new business by networking, establishing and maintaining customer relationships.
• Coordinate and process job change orders while monitoring job status and controls job costs.
• Visit various jobsites while interacting with crews, customers, foreman, and general contractors.
• Provide feedback and direction to direct reports on projects while organizing them into a productive team.
• Keep accurate job records including work in progress, forecasting, and job expenses in job management software.
• Attend weekly and monthly Staff, PM, and Sales meetings.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering is preferred, or equivalent training or experience.
• Prior experience in the systems integration trade as a lead installer is helpful.
• Open to experienced Project Managers from the mechanic, electrical or plumbing industries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Responsible, self-motivated, self-starter, personable, and highly organized.
• Superior customer service skills with internal and external customers.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and loves organizing details.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Knowledge of AIA documentation preferred.
• Able to demonstrate planning, organizing, and implementing skills.
• Strong capabilities to read and effectively interpret general business documentation.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid and current driver’s license with the ability to travel to jobsites 25%-50% mostly within central Indiana territory.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Fairchild will reward your talents with a salary of $75k-$100k. You will also receive a competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, and a 401(k)retirement plan with company match.

APPLY NOW:
If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for leading projects, we encourage you to apply online now. 

COMPANY:

Fairchild Communication Systems, Inc., a family-owned business with over 20 years of experience, provides cutting-edge and user-friendly audio/visual video surveillance, fire alarm, intrusion detection and access control systems for schools, businesses, healthcare and government facilities.  We lead advancements in technology in the Life & Safety, Education and Healthcare fields. With integrated communication systems such as nurse call alerts for hospitals, mass communication systems for schools and businesses, and advanced audio/video presentation systems for classrooms and meeting rooms, we merge technology and people to create innovative solutions. With offices in Indianapolis, South Bend, Fort Wayne and Toledo, OH we actively service customers all over with our integrated technology.

For more information about Fairchild Communications., please visit https://www.fairchildcommunications.com/

Miranda Fogle, Executive Recruiter
Safari Solutions
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