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Project Manager - Security Systems

Siemens

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Compensation
$78–134K/yr
Location
San Diego, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License, required

Job overview

The Project Manager facilitates execution of solution plans for small to medium projects, coordinating multiple simultaneous projects with financial impact between $100K and $2.5M. The role supports Siemens’ San Diego branch and includes fiscal responsibility, project scheduling, resource coordination, subcontractor management, customer relationships, and project close-out. Candidates must have completed Siemens’ Skillbridge Project Management Internship and be authorized to work permanently in the United States without company sponsorship.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Teamwork, requiredMicrosoft Office, requiredMicrosoft Project, requiredEnglish Communication, requiredCommercial Security Access, requiredCCTV, requiredSecurity Communication Protocols, requiredHVAC Controls, nice to haveFire and Life Safety, nice to have

Qualifications

Siemens Skillbridge Project Management Internship, requiredSIA CSPM Certification, nice to haveMust Be 21+, requiredValid Driver's License, requiredFleet Vehicle Program Eligibility, requiredPermanent US Work Authorization Without Sponsorship, requiredAssociate or Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, nice to have3+ Years Technical Experience in HVAC Controls, Fire and Life Safety, or Security Access/CCTV, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

Job Family: Buildings

Req ID: 529270

Position Location: This role supports our San Diego, CA branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater San Diego, CA area.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We're improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation. We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That's why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn't just about improving buildings; it's about creating perfect places that improve people's lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

The Project Manager facilitates the execution of project/program solution plan for clearly defined sub-projects or sub-programs. This role requires the coordination and delivery of multiple, simultaneous projects considered small to medium in complexity with financial impact between $100K and $2.5M.

As a Project Manager, you will:

  • Have fiscal responsibility for all project facets, including project billing, job cost reporting, and overall customer satisfaction.

  • Be responsible for delivery of results for the respective process steps.

  • Guide technical or administrative staff.

  • Act as a functional process resource on projects or programs

  • Contribute to continuous improvement plan.

  • Perform active role in maintaining functionally focused client relationships.

  • Be responsible for several small projects.

  • Review project specifications, drawings and project-specific documents to establish project intent.

  • Develop and maintain a project schedule and coordinate needs with the project team. Identify time-sensitive installation needs.

  • Manage the requisition of supplies and materials to complete projects.

  • Review plans and specifications and participate in project cost reviews.

  • Assist Operations Manager in the solicitation and contracting of subcontractors.

  • Conduct an orientation for project technicians and provide project documentation, including scope of work, drawings, applicable specifications, application-engineered drawings, project contacts, etc.

  • Track resources and projects progress.

  • Document project events that impact the schedule, scope of work, and project efficiency.

  • Pursue project-specific change-order opportunities.

  • Coordinate and pursue project-specific billing; coordinate with Accounting team and Operations Manager.

  • Schedule project-specific commissioning resources and provides commissioning documentation.

  • Expedite the return of project-specific mark-ups for as-built development.

  • Complete project-specific close-out documentation.

  • Effectively manage and coordinate subcontractors to meet scope, scheduling, and financial requirements.

  • Adhere to local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures; report unsafe conditions and actions.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • Successful completion of Siemens Skillbridge Project Management Internship

  • Ability to work in a team environment providing dedicated support to our customers

  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project

  • Verbal and written communication skills in English

  • SIA CSPM certification preferred

  • Technical experience in the commercial security access/CCTV industry

  • Knowledge of industry-standard security communication protocols

  • Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program

  • Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate degree or Bachelor of Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree

  • 3+ years of technical experience in the HVAC controls, fire and life safety, OR security access/CCTV industry

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About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $77,955 - $133,636 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Engineering

How this job compares

Set against the 21,904 open Project Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$78–134K/yr
  • California median$125–190K/yr1,348 salary ranges
  • US median$107–175K/yr14,184 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $106K, is 35% below the California median midpoint ($162K) — in the lowest quarter of Project Manager salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 1,694 open Project Manager jobs in California and 21,904 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
Project Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 5 to 9 years (19,005 postings).
Education
11,208 of the 21,904 open Project Manager jobs (51%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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