Senior Associate, Security; Project Manager - NJ

Senior Associate, Security (Project Manager) – NJ

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CMTA (formerly AMA Group), a Legence company, is one of the fastest‑growing engineering firms in the U.S., known for sustainable, high‑performance building systems and complex MEP/FP delivery. Through AMA’s design expertise in media, broadcast, and production facilities—and CMTA’s national portfolio in education, healthcare, and zero‑energy projects—we pair deep technical craft with an innovative, collaborative culture that accelerates careers.

The Senior Associate Security Project Manager will manage all project activities for Access Control and Video Surveillance projects. This position will be client‑interfacing, responsible for all parts of project delivery, and will lead and manage all internal resources on each project.

• Meet with clients to develop Access Control and Video Surveillance criteria and assist with providing recommendations to clients and project teams
• Develop drawings and specifications for security system schematics inclusive of rise diagrams, access control devices, video surveillance devices, visitor management systems, and equipment room space requirements using AutoCAD and Revit
• Design and coordinate with architectural and engineering disciplines; interface with clients and construction industry contractors
• Document and compile design criteria
• Coordinate door hardware requirements with project team members
• Prepare Security System documentation and RFP packages
• Write CSI format specifications for Security Systems
• Organize, lead, and prepare detailed meeting minutes for security coordination meetings

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline;
  Security Systems Design certification of CPP is preferred
• 10+ years of experience with access control, turnstile integration, surveillance, and visitor management designing, planning, and project management
• Understanding of door hardware (mortise locks, electrified strikes, magnetic locks) and ability to coordinate detailed requirements with architect or door hardware professionals
• Thorough familiarity with blueprints and development of construction documentation
• Resource management in the development of construction documents and RFPs
• AutoCAD and Revit proficiency
• Basic knowledge of MS Office:
  Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Project

People are at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to a diverse, inclusive culture where employees thrive—individually and as a team—with development, wellness, and day‑to‑day experience front and center. We offer competitive benefits and a collaborative, fun work environment.

• 401(k) Plan with company match up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting
• Health & Welfare Benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program, and accident & illness coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance:
  Basic life insurance and AD&D with optional additional coverage
• Time Off:
  Flexible non‑accrual vacation; company holidays per policy;
  California employees receive separate paid sick leave when applicable
• Expenses:
  Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy

Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. EEO is the law.