Assistant Project Manager — Fire and Security

Job overview

The Assistant Project Manager — Fire and Security role is onsite in Arden, NC. Compensation is not specified. The position supports MSS Fire and Security's construction projects and customer work. The assistant project manager helps plan and coordinate projects from start to finish, aligning resources, schedules, budgets, contractors, and other participants. The role monitors progress and quality, maintains project documentation, and supports communication with clients and project teams.

What you'll do

• Help define project objectives, plans, performance requirements, and participants
• coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and procurement
• support project planning, budgeting, and resource identification
• track expenses and project risks
• maintain schedules and revise work plans as needed
• coordinate contractors, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and laborers
• monitor construction progress and hold status meetings
• uphold budget, quality, and safety standards
• inspect sites
• maintain project documents
• review deliverables and communicate with clients.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant project manager

fire and security

construction projects

project planning

project scheduling

budget tracking

fire systems

security systems

arden nc

mss solutions

client coordination

site inspections

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• employee assistance program
• short- and long-term disability
• flexible spending plan
• health savings plan.

Why this role

Requires understanding of fire, security, and camera systems; proficiency with Excel and Word; project scheduling tool experience; a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record; and either a four-year engineering degree or a high school diploma with at least five years of project and facilities management experience.

About the employer

MSS Solutions, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors. Sector: 23.