Assistant Project Manager

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for an Assistant Project Manager - Distributed Generation in LaBella’s Program Management Services Division at our client’s office in Rochester, NY.

The Program Management Services Division at LaBella provides comprehensive management services for complex projects and multi-year capital programs. Project teams are established to provide a customized mix of business consulting, project management, financial control and monitoring, administrative, and technical support services. 

The Project Manager II (PM II) serves as a junior project manager within the Physical Security organization and supports the planning, coordination, design, documentation, execution, and closeout of physical security infrastructure projects. The PM II works under the direction of the Senior Manager of Security Infrastructure and assists in the delivery of security technology and infrastructure projects across Avangrid operating companies.

This position is responsible for maintaining security infrastructure drawings and documentation, supporting project planning and execution activities, coordinating with internal stakeholders and contractors, tracking project schedules and budgets, conducting field assessments, and ensuring physical security projects are delivered in accordance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and approved project scope.

The PM II will support projects involving, but not limited to:

• Access control systems
• Video surveillance systems (CCTV)
• Intrusion detection systems
• Perimeter security systems
• Security communications infrastructure
• Security operations center technologies
• NERC CIP physical security improvements
• Corporate, operational, and critical infrastructure security projects

Salary Range: $60,000 - $90,000

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Project Managers and the Senior Manager of Security Infrastructure in managing physical security infrastructure projects from initiation through project closeout.
• Coordinate project activities with Operations, Engineering, Project Management, Facilities, Information Technology, Procurement, and Security stakeholders.
• Support development of project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and project documentation.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, risks, action items, and dependencies.
• Maintain project status reports and project management records.
• Assist in contractor management and oversight activities.
• Support procurement activities, including preparation of scopes of work, requests for proposals, quotes, and purchase requisitions.
• Security Infrastructure Design and Documentation
• Develop, maintain, and update physical security infrastructure drawings, layouts, schematics, and as-built documentation.
• Coordinate with engineering, facilities, and contractors to ensure design documents remain accurate and current.
• Review security system drawings for completeness and compliance with corporate standards.
• Maintain drawing repositories and document control systems.
• Support lifecycle management of security technology assets through documentation and inventory management.
• Assist with development of conceptual security designs and project design packages.
• Field Operations and Site Support
• Conduct site visits to collect field data and support project planning activities.
• Perform security infrastructure assessments and validation activities.
• Verify installed systems align with approved design specifications and project requirements.
• Support commissioning, testing, and acceptance activities for newly installed security systems.
• Assist with contractor coordination during field implementation activities.
• Financial and Administrative Support
• Track project expenditures and budget performance.
• Assist with forecasting project costs and schedule impacts.
• Support invoice review and verification processes.
• Maintain project records, contracts, approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Develop project performance metrics and reporting dashboards.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance
• Support compliance with corporate security standards, NERC CIP requirements, company policies, and applicable regulatory obligations.
• Assist in ensuring projects meet physical security design standards and operational requirements.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and project quality reviews.
• Maintain project documentation necessary for compliance and audit readiness.
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Analyze project performance data, schedules, budgets, and resource utilization.
• Develop reports, presentations, and project dashboards for management review.
• Support identification of process improvements and project delivery efficiencies.
• Utilize project management tools to monitor and report project progress.

• Education
• Bachelor's Degree in:
• Engineering
• Construction Management
• Project Management
• Business Administration
• Information Technology
• Security Management
• Related Technical Discipline
• Experience
• 2 to 5 years of project management, engineering, construction, technical operations, security systems, or related experience.
• Experience supporting infrastructure, technology, utility, construction, facilities, or physical security projects preferred.
• Experience working in regulated utility, energy, critical infrastructure, or security environments preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or ability to obtain
• Security Project Management experience
• ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP) Certification (preferred)
• Experience with NERC CIP environments and security compliance requirements
• Experience with physical security technologies and infrastructure
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Project Management
• Understanding of project lifecycle management principles.
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and priorities.
• Knowledge of scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and risk management practices.
• Technical Knowledge
• Familiarity with physical security technologies including:
• Access Control Systems
• Video Surveillance Systems
• Intrusion Detection Systems
• Security Communications Infrastructure
• Perimeter Security Solutions
• Software Proficiency
• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Visio
• AutoCAD or similar drawing software (preferred)
• SharePoint
• Power BI (preferred)
• Communication Skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare executive briefings, project reports, and technical documentation.
• Effective coordination with internal stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and project teams.
• Working Conditions
• Combination of office and field work.
• Travel to company facilities and project sites as required.
• Ability to conduct site assessments in industrial, utility, and critical infrastructure environments.
• Occasional after-hours support for project implementations and critical security initiatives.

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

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