Senior Project Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026.
Senior Project Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Full-Time
Location: Northern or Southern CA (Hybrid- occasional travel to MGT CA office)
WHO WE ARE:
The Senior PM independently manages complex, multi-phase projects that may span both Engineering and Cabling solution groups, or technically specialized projects end-to-end. The Senior PM applies professional project management principles, practices, and techniques to lead project teams and control schedule, cost, and scope, while serving as the primary client relationship owner on assigned projects. This role monitors risk and issues to ensure client satisfaction and company profitability, and mentors Project Managers and Project Coordinators in the pool.
The Senior PM works closely with field Superintendents and subcontractors on cabling and low-voltage scope where applicable, coordinates services across departments, and may support workstreams under a Principal PM on large, multi-project accounts.
In this role, you will:
Project Planning and Initiation
- Independently manage complex, multi-phase projects across Engineering and Cabling solution groups, or technically specialized projects end-to-end.
- Serve as the primary client relationship owner on assigned projects.
- Develop comprehensive project plans using TSG tools and methodologies, defining scope, objectives, schedules, milestones, and risks.
- Have a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned and TSG's responsibilities regarding low-voltage systems and IT resources where applicable.
Project Execution and Coordination
- Manage scope, schedule, budget, change orders, and risk across the full project lifecycle.
- Coordinate across sales, engineering, and installation/cabling teams to secure resources and ensure alignment.
- Lead project governance meetings, generating agendas, minutes, and follow-ups.
- Work directly with field Superintendents and subcontractors to ensure timelines are met and communicate schedule changes to all relevant parties.
- Maintain and track project schedules using TSG's PMO processes and tools (Certinia, MS Project, Smartsheet), ensuring timely execution and issue resolution.
- Manage internal and external communications across all stakeholder levels; identify, document, and communicate project risks as they arise.
Financial and Billing Management
- Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets, equipment inventories, and vendor/subcontractor relationships.
- Track project percent-complete and prepare progress or milestone billing per the statement of work.
- Coordinate material logistics, including procurement and chain-of-custody procedures.
Project Closeout and Continuous Improvement
- Perform quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle, including final inspection and punch list.
- Coordinate project closeout documentation (as-built drawings, O&Ms, test reports, warranty) and secure project sign-off.
- Evaluate and document lessons learned post-project to improve future performance.
- Mentor Project Managers and Project Coordinators; support workstreams under a Principal PM on large multi-project accounts.
- Assist PMO leadership in establishing, perfecting, and monitoring the efficiency of team processes and best practices.
Performance Expectations
- Maintain billable utilization at or above 80% on a trailing 90-day basis while successfully managing complex, multi-phase project scope.
- Deliver projects that meet client expectations and support company profitability.
- Produce accurate, high-quality deliverables and contribute to continuous process improvement.
- Demonstrate ownership, sound judgment, and proactive problem-solving throughout the project lifecycle.
- Identify solutions that create value for clients and support positive project outcomes.
- Participate in required company and team meetings.
Supervisory Responsibilities
May be assigned first-level supervisory or mentoring responsibilities for Project Managers and Project Coordinators, regionally or team-wide; no formal direct reports.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
Desired Skills and Abilities
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proven customer service and relationship management expertise.
- Solid conflict resolution, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and deliver value.
- Proficiency in Certinia/Salesforce, SharePoint, MS Project, Smartsheet, and the Microsoft Office suite.
- Familiarity with telecom, networking, structured cabling, or high-tech services environments.
- Strong self-motivation, punctuality, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with excellent internal and external follow-up.
Travel and Work Environment
- Regional travel required, approximately 20-40% overall.
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record required; access to a reliable automobile and valid insurance required.
- Must pass a pre-employment background check.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Five (5) or moreyears of experience in IT, construction, or structured cabling delivery.
- Two (2) or more years of experience with structured project management required.
- Experience working in construction management and with subcontractors required.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in an IT or business-related field desired.
- PMI PMP required.
- BICSI RTPM, or one or more additional professional certifications (CAPM, APM), preferred.
- Cisco Life Cycle certification required within the first 3 months of employment.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Our world-class work environment encompasses flexible and remote work options, a commitment to equity, and nationally respected teams in management consulting and technology services. We also offer opportunities to make a profound social impact through innovative projects, and professional development opportunities for career growth. Here you can read more about our extensive Employee Value Proposition (EVP).
Specifically, we will offer you a competitive compensation package including:
- Flexible paid time off
- 5% 401K matching program
- Equity opportunities
- Incentive and bonus programs
- Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
- Flexible spending accounts
Full-health benefits with base employee coverage fully funded, comprising:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Income protection benefits
ADA Notice: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MGT Impact Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, or any other characteristic or class protected by law.