Project Lead - Security

Overview

The position of Project Lead - Security reports to the Director, Operations. You are expected to devote your full-time efforts to the business of Paladin. This position will require extensive travel across Canada and working within multiple correctional facilities regularly. The role is expected to become fully emersed and specialized in all common technologies (software and hardware) and systems deployed in correctional facilities.

Responsibilities

Leading Installation and servicing electronic security systems, including access control, CCTV and intrusion alarms.

Pre-wiring, installing, programming, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance.

Prepares and executes Acceptance Testing Plans that meet contract, client and future service needs.

Assist in system designand layout.

Provide customer with training for proper system usage, and respond to technical inquiries

Relationship building with clients and prospects for future opportunities

Administrative duties including project updates, completing and filing all project documentation

You may be required to be “on-call” before or after your regularly scheduled hours, and / or on a day when you are not regularly scheduled to work

You may be required to work “night shifts” when needed based on project / service requirements

Guiding technicians and subcontractors as necessary to deliver effectively on schedule

Communicating progress and challenges effectively with project management team

Troubleshooting and repair of hardware and software of our integrated systems

Work with manufacturers’ technical support teams to resolve system issues

Be available and willing to participate in a after hours On-Call rotation.

Complete detailed and accurate paperwork, and assist with as-built documentation.

Build confidence with clients and stakeholders and enhance the organizations reputation throughout the industry

Adhere to Paladin’s Quality and Safety program

Lead projects at a site level, manage a team of junior technicians as

Maintain a high level of safety and professionalism.

Work at required heights utilizing ladders, scaffolding, lifts, or other

Work in confined spaces as necessary

Required Qualifications

Progressive leadership experience in a construction environment with experience managing projects

Experience managing low voltage, security, or structured cabling projects

Demonstrated experience implementing a strong safety culture

Expert knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards

Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as interpersonal skills

Competent in conflict and crisis management

Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Sedona, and project software

Able to work independently, manage time effectively, and work with multiple deadlines

Valid Driver’s License with clean abstract

Preferred Qualifications

Post secondary education in engineering, architecture, construction management, or technology

Experience with these systems -Integrated Video Surveillance,Perimeter Intrusion, FDS, MDS, Radar,Multi-Layered Networking, Integrated Watch Tour Systems andPLC Door Control Systems

Trades Qualified (electrical, low voltage, controls, HVAC)

Experience working on correctional facility

Bilingual (French and English)

Professional Competencies

Proper hand and power tool operations and safety.

Ability to solve practical problems and carry out responsibilities under minimal supervision

Ability to organize workload for effective implementation

Ability to complete projects on time and on budget

Ability to write simple correspondence and present information in one-on-one and small group situations

Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures

Ability to function as an effective team member

Ability to adapt as the external environment and organization evolves

Physical Demands

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet)

Working Conditions

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, work on job sites, may be required to travel to and from job site locations, may work in a typical office environment, and is occasionally exposed to construction equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Confined space entry may be required. High work may be required

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