Northland Control Systems is seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our Professional Services team and lead complex, custom security and technology projects with budgets of up to $2M. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and brings deep expertise in physical security systems and application engineering.
You will play a critical role delivering high-impact, global projects for leading enterprise clients and driving successful outcomes across technically complex environments.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Professional Services, you will own the end-to-end delivery of technical and custom projects—from initial scoping through final execution. This includes defining project scope, managing budgets and timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful delivery across multiple stakeholders.
You will serve as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners, providing leadership, direction, and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Execution
- Lead full lifecycle delivery of complex technical and application engineering projects
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
- Drive execution with a focus on risk mitigation, issue resolution, and proactive decision-making
- Partner with Integration Project Managers on RFQs, planning, and strategic resource alignment
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while maintaining high quality standards
Technical & Client Engagement
- Lead the development and review of Statements of Work (SOWs) and RFQs
- Act as a primary point of contact for customers on technical deliverables and project direction
- Facilitate system design reviews and lead client-facing discussions
- Provide clear, concise project reporting and executive-level updates as needed
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and cross-functional teams
Operational Excellence
- Forecast project and resource needs across multiple concurrent initiatives
- Maintain strong cost controls and drive accountability for financial performance
- Support the development of scalable service offerings within Advanced Services
- Contribute to process improvements, standardization, and best practices across the organization
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who takes ownership, operates with a high level of accountability, and brings a strong, solutions-oriented mindset. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity, making informed decisions, and influencing outcomes across teams. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple complex priorities while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders at all levels.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Management, or related field
- 5+ years of project management experience (PMP or equivalent strongly preferred)
- 5+ years of application engineering or technical systems experience
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder technical projects
- Experience with physical security systems (Lenel, Genetec, Software House, S2, etc.) strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of system architecture, integrations, and enterprise environments
Why Join Northland
- Work on complex, high-visibility projects with global enterprise clients
- Be part of a growing, fast-paced organization with strong career advancement opportunities
- Contribute to innovative security solutions across data centers, campuses, and global enterprises
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401(k), and PTO
About Northland Control Systems
Northland Control Systems is a global leader in security integration, with offices across the United States, United Kingdom, Singapore, China, and India. We specialize in the design, deployment, and management of enterprise security systems, including Lenel, Software House, and S2 platforms.
Our projects range from single-site deployments to large-scale enterprise systems spanning hundreds of locations across more than 70 countries. With a global network of partners and a team of highly skilled professionals, we deliver consistent, high-quality solutions worldwide.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Management, or related field
- 5+ years of project management experience
- PMP certification or equivalent
- 5+ years of application engineering or technical systems experience
- Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder technical projects
- Experience with physical security systems (Lenel, Genetec, Software House, S2)
- Strong understanding of system architecture, integrations, and enterprise environments
What We Do
Driven by a Do Whatever It Takes philosophy, Northland Controls designs, installs, manages and harmonizes physical security systems across the globe with unparalleled services. No excuses. We have successfully executed thousands of projects for the world’s most demanding organizations—especially those grappling with rapid worldwide growth. Bound by a unique set of core values, more than 260 highly trained security professionals relentlessly focus on the highest quality integration and complex, security solutions. The values that unite us are: Take on Challenges, Be Honorable, Have Fun, Put People First and Do Whatever It Takes. We believe our core values set us apart in the industry and have helped us grow organically from $1.5 million to $68 million since 2005. We now have two offices in the Silicon Valley, as well as offices in London, Shanghai, Singapore, Bangalore, Washington, DC and Rochester, NY. Northland excels at integrating software and security components together to provide harmonious security, while having the operational expertise to manage these programs. We have built a comprehensive network of heavily vetted system integration partners whose work we hold to the same standard as our own. This equates to hundreds of people available at any given time to respond to our customers’ needs. This year alone, we’ve installed systems in over 70 countries.
