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**Mobile Communications America (MCA)** , your trusted advisor for wireless communications, data, and security, is seeking an experienced **Project** **Manager 2 in the Columbia, SC area** to support our fast-growing **Security** division.

**MCA** seeks team members who share our values: service, growth, teamwork, and safety. As a Military Friendly Employer, we welcome veterans, with over 250 already on board. Join us and become part of the MCA family, where we prioritize both work and enjoyment. We offer competitive compensation and benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Holiday Pay, Education Incentives, and more.

**Position Summary:** As an On-Site Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end coordination of campus wide security system including Access Control, Video Surveillance (CCTV), and Intrusion system installations for a new build. This role will serve as the primary on-site interface with the customer, general contractors, and subcontractors, ensuring daily coordination and participation in construction meetings. You will drive project execution to stay on scope, schedule, and budget, while managing resources, maintaining documentation, and ensuring quality and safety throughout the project lifecycle.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

+ Managing project aspects including issues, change control, communications, resources, procurement, budget, and schedule.

+ Attending construction meetings and leading daily on-site coordination with contractors, MCA teams, and stakeholders.

+ Reviewing quotes, scope, deliverables, and contracts for accuracy and alignment with customer requirements.

+ Conducting Sales-to-Ops handoff meetings to ensure smooth project transition.

+ Leading customer kickoff meetings and setting expectations for project delivery.

+ Securing and allocating project resources, including MCA personnel and subcontractors.

+ Performing project forecasting to proactively manage scope, costs, and risks.

+ Overseeing schedule management at the task, deliverable, hours, dates, and budget levels.

+ Updating planned hours and financial data in NetSuite as needed.

+ Ensuring quality management throughout the project lifecycle.

+ Managing project inventory to ensure on-time availability of equipment and materials.

+ Providing regular status reports to leadership and stakeholders.

+ Handling AIA requests and progress billing documentation.

+ Processing PO receiving and coordinating with accounting as needed.

+ Overseeing project closeout and handoff to the Service team.

+ Approving client invoicing and ensuring proper documentation of signed Material Transfer forms.

+ Coordinating with the Project Accountant on Sales Order edits and financial alignment.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM (EXPERIENCE):

+ 3+ years of experience in the security integration / low voltage field including large scale installations.

+ 3–5 years of experience in security technology systems and installation experience.

+ Strong experience with Access Control, CCTV, and Intrusion systems; knowledge of Milestone, Lenel, Genetec, DMP, and Hanwha/Wisenet, preferred.

+ Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects or portions of projects simultaneously.

+ Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and reporting tools.

+ Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to interface daily with construction teams, customers, and subcontractors.

+ Experience with at least one of the following is a plus: public safety communications systems, cellular infrastructure, military communications, or civil infrastructure construction.

PREFFERED CERTIFICATIONS:

+ PMP (Project Management Professional) or working toward certification.

+ PSP (Physical Security Professional)

+ CPSM (Certified Security Project Manager)

+ OSHA 30 or equivalent safety certification. Manufacturer certifications in Lenel, Milestone, DMP, Hanwha/Wisenet, highly desirable.

YOUR ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ Work is primarily performed outdoors on an actuve construction site (s), often in varying weather conditions and around heavy equipment.

+ Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required at all times, to include; hard hat, high visibility vest / clothing, and safety shoes or boots.

+ Must be able to: stand, walk, sit for extended periods across uneven surfaces. Use hands and fingers to handle tools, documents, or equipment; and reach with arms above, at, or below shoulder height.Climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding as needed for site inspections.Lift and carry materials and equipment (up to 15 lbs frequently, occasionally more) and position self as required to inspect or adjust equipment. Use near and mid-range vision for reviewing drawings, computer work, and site plans. Bend, kneel, or crouch to access project materials, cabling, or installed systems.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

+ Travel as necessary to support company and customer needs.

_DIRECT REPORTS:_

+ No direct reports.

WHO WE ARE

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) provides wireless communication, data, and security solutions that enhance workplace safety, security, and efficiency nationwide. Customers trust us to provide a portfolio of turn-key systems, products, and services — including two-way radio communications, vehicle uplift, security video and access control systems, BDA/DAS, remote monitoring, GPS tracking, SCADA, dispatch, mass notification, and point-to-point wireless networks. Our more than 60,000 customers span industries such as public safety, commercial, manufacturing, education, healthcare, utilities, and government. In addition to being the largest Motorola partner in the U.S., MCA has strategic partnerships with over 1,000 major manufacturers to offer an extensive portfolio of products and technologies.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

We are better together through the MCA Way: living our core values of Service First, Growth, Teamwork, and Safety. We take our work and customers seriously and believe our best work can be fun. A component of our business that embodies the MCA advantage is our “Service First DNA” culture. Service isn’t just a motto for MCA; it’s an integral part of who we are and goes beyond our customers to our employees, partners, shareholders, and communities.

**NOTE:** _The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of_ _personnel so_ _classified. Reasonable_ _accommodations_ _may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions._

_Mobile Communications America, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity workplace and is an Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. At MCA, we are “better together.”_