Project Manager
For more than 50 years, we have been a trusted name in the security manufacturing industry. As we continue to grow and develop innovative software solutions, we're looking for a motivated and organized Project Manager to join our Software Department.
If you enjoy keeping projects on track, working with technical teams, solving problems, and bringing people together to achieve common goals, we'd love to hear from you!
About the Role:
The Project Manager coordinates the delivery of DMP software projects, including web applications, mobile apps, cloud services, and internal systems. This position manages smaller projects while supporting larger programs under the direction of the Director of Program Management. You'll work closely with product owners, developers, and cross-functional teams to coordinate priorities, track progress, remove roadblocks, and help ensure projects are delivered successfully. This is an individual contributor position with no employee supervisory responsibilities.
What You'll Do:
Manage assigned software projects and support the Director of Program Management on larger programs.
Work with the Product Manager, Technical Product Owner, and Tech Lead to create, refine, and prioritize project backlogs.
Build and maintain project plans, schedules, and milestones with the project team. Track commitments and follow up on progress.
Facilitate daily standups and project team meetings, including planning sessions, retrospectives, and demos. Document decisions and action items.
Identify risks, dependencies, and blockers. Coordinate resolutions and escalate issues to the Director of Program Management.
Coordinate with Hardware, RF, and Video teams to track cross-department commitments and dependencies that affect software delivery.
Communicate project status, schedule changes, risks, and decisions needed in a clear, consistent, and timely manner.
Maintain accurate project records in Jira and other department tools. Use Kanban practices to monitor and improve workflow.
Coordinate project scope and release criteria with the team. Track scope changes and their impact on schedules and commitments.
Coordinate software release readiness with development, testing, and other contributing teams.
Track project resource needs and budgets, as assigned, in coordination with the Director of Program Management and department leaders.
Follow established project management standards and help improve team planning, delivery, and reporting.
Follow and adhere to the DMP Data Classification Standard.
What We're Looking For:
1–3 years of project management experience, or experience in engineering or a related discipline with demonstrated project coordination skills and readiness to move into project management.
Understanding of software development and the software delivery lifecycle.
Basic understanding of Agile, Kanban, and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) principles.
Familiarity with Jira and Azure preferred.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate multiple priorities.
Ability to facilitate meetings, follow up on commitments, and help resolve project blockers.
Clear verbal and written communication skills, including project status reporting.
Ability to work effectively with technical teams and lead through influence.
Ability to maintain information in strict confidence.
Why Join Our Team?
Join an established company with more than five decades of experience in security manufacturing and be part of the technology and innovation that helps move our business forward. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented teams, contribute to meaningful software projects, and make a real impact on how we plan, collaborate, and deliver results.
Ready to help bring great projects to life?
Apply today and become part of a team built on experience, innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement!
EOE/Vet/Disabled
Onsite medical clinic for employee, spouse and family members 18 and under living at home; Medical, Dental, 401k, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, paid vacation/holidays, plus some not so usual (free security system, free UPS shipping), so you don't have to worry about self or family.