Project Manager

South Western Communications
South Western Communications, SWC, is one trusted source for communication, physical security and life safety solutions to meet the needs of Healthcare, Education, Detention and Commercial customers. We utilize a consultative approach to conduct an in-depth needs analysis, enabling our customers to fulfill their mission critical processes. We continuously research and select only the best-in class product collection. We utilize these products to create an integrated solution with your goals and needs in mind, ensuring satisfaction and flawless integration. At SWC, we strive to exceed your expectations and invest the time and resources into every job because we care about our customers.

Healthcare Project Manager - Nashville, TN
Full Time Exempt Management Position
Full Benefit Package with 401(k)

A Project Manager will have a specific aptitude for managing budgets, risk assessment/management, resource allocations, quality control, procurement, and other client-specific project processes. This includes creating comprehensive project and work plans in accordance with the customer approved scope of work and/or contract and schedule.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Work and behave in a manner that upholds and projects the SWC Core Values, and ensure all project team members' behavior is consistent with these values
2) Lead project hand off meetings with sales and design
3) Develop and implement a comprehensive project plan
4) Lead project kick-off meetings with owner and other stakeholders
5) Lead pre-installation meetings with the team prior to job starting
6) Procure any equipment or hardware as outlined in the bill of materials
7) Aggressively manage projects on time, on scope, and on budget according to the SWC workflow process
8) Assign and follow up on project tasks assigned to other team members based on the project plan and project timeline
9) Organize and facilitate ongoing project meetings with stakeholders and the project team
10) Lead project retrospective meetings as needed, and apply lessons learned to improve processes and procedures
11) Identify, assess, and mitigate risks or escalate as needed to avoid negative impact to project timeline or budget
12) Keep Manager and Executive Management team updated on high-risk and/or high-profile projects
13) Keep accurate project documentation including but not limited to budgets, change orders, scope changes, project timeline updates, meeting minutes, IP
14) Addresses programming and any other turnover documents
15) Aggressively works to receive project acceptance by set turnover date
16) Lead service hand off meeting once project acceptance has been received
17) Compile all turnover documentation as set by SWC standards or project contract documents

18) Working knowledge of Rauland nurse call systems a plus.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Advocate for the customer in a way that is consistent with the SWC Core Values
2) Mentor and provide peer review and guidance to fellow Project Managers
3) Proactively strive to improve processes and procedures in a way that will positively impact the SWC workflow process
4) Attend scheduled company meetings
5) Attend training classes held either onsite or offsite as required
6) Occasionally travels to job sites over 2 hours away that require overnight stays
Requirements:
 
1) Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens as mandated by the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace program
2) Must be able to become a registered alarm employee under the requirements of the state of Tennessee.
3) Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
4) Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks amidst regular interruptions
5) Skills and ability to effectively run multiple projects simultaneously
6) Self-sufficient, self-motivated, organized, reliable, and punctual without the need for daily supervision
7) Strong computer skills with Sage, MS Office Suite, Teamwork, and MS Project
8) Familiar with and able to understand critical path workflows
9) Able to read and interpret complex blueprints and electrical schematics
10) Must be skilled in dealing with ambiguity – effectively coping with change, shifting gears comfortably, and deciding/acting without having the total picture
years of experience in project management preferred
Physical Demands:
1) Must be able to effectively use a computer for extended periods of time
2) Must be able to traverse unfinished construction sites
3) Must be able to communicate effectively by email or on the phone
Work Conditions:
1) While the job demands the ability to work in an office for long periods of time, some on-site meetings will be required, in varying weather conditions
2) The nature of the construction business may require long work hours and occasional weekend work in order to meet project-specific timelines
Disclaimer:  Job descriptions do not typically include every duty or responsibility that a person in the role may be asked to perform. Employees should be willing and able to perform other related duties as they are assigned.

Management has the right to revise this description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason as outlined in the employee manual or other written agreement.