Project Manager, Systems Engineer, Operations Management

Project Manager - Wireless Communications

Location:

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Advanced Communications and Electronics, Inc. is a locally owned, woman-owned technology company that has proudly served New Mexico and the Southwest for more than 30 years. We specialize in designing, implementing, and supporting mission-critical communications systems for public safety agencies, local and state government, education, healthcare, utilities, and commercial customers.

Our solutions include land mobile radio (LMR), P25 and DMR radio systems, dispatch consoles, microwave networks, wireless broadband, in-building communications, and integrated technology solutions. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service, innovative solutions, and reliable communications that help keep our communities connected and safe.

Advanced Communications and Electronics, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing team in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, executing, and successfully delivering wireless communications projects from initial customer engagement through final implementation and project closeout. This position works closely with customers, sales representatives, engineering, technicians, subcontractors, and manufacturers to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

In addition to managing awarded projects, this role provides technical pre-sales support by assisting the sales team with solution development, site assessments, project estimating, and customer presentations.

The ideal candidate possesses strong project management skills, technical aptitude, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to outstanding customer service.

• Plan, organize, and manage multiple communications projects simultaneously.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and project documentation.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, costs, risks, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Utilize project management tools including:
  • Project schedules
  • Critical path analysis
  • Budget tracking
  • Change order management
  • Risk assessments
  • Action item logs
  • Daily reports
  • Project closeout documentation
• Coordinate internal resources, subcontractors, manufacturers, and vendors.
• Lead project meetings with customers and internal project teams.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet profitability goals.
• Manage customer expectations while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Identify project risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Resolve technical and operational issues affecting project success.
• Review project financial performance and recommend corrective actions when necessary.

• Provide technical support during the sales process.
• Assist in developing customer solutions and system designs.
• Conduct site surveys, field assessments, and customer needs analyses.
• Assist with cost estimating, bill of materials development, and proposal preparation.
• Support business development by participating in customer meetings and technical presentations.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, customer-friendly language.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, service, installation, and sales teams.
• Ensure field personnel have the information, equipment, and resources necessary for successful project execution.
• Communicate project status through regular updates to customers and company leadership.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent project management experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Three or more years of project management experience, preferably within wireless communications,…