CCTV Project Manager

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities Develop and own the end-to-end project plan for the CCTV rollout, covering tendering, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning phases. Define phasing and rollout schedules for the deployment of 10,000+ cameras across MCY's zones, buildings, and outdoor areas. Coordinate with technology teams, MEP contractors, and facilities teams to align approved camera placement and cabling/infrastructure works with construction and fit-out schedules. Track project milestones, deliverables, and site readiness, escalating delays or dependencies to the Director, Digital Transformation. Oversee testing, commissioning, and phased handover of camera zones to security operations. Lead end-to-end procurement of CCTV cameras, VMS/NVR platforms, servers, storage, and networking equipment at scale. Prepare and manage RFPs/RFQs/tenders, technical specifications, and evaluation criteria for CCTV equipment and systems integrators. Negotiate pricing, warranties, SLAs, and contract terms with vendors and system integrators to secure best value on large-volume purchases. Manage supplier relationships, delivery schedules, and performance to avoid stock-outs, quality issues, or installation delays. Ensure all procurement activity complies with MCY's procurement policy, approval workflows, and audit requirements. Validate the approved CCTV design, the tender specifications, evaluation criteria, and contractual requirements for cameras, VMS, storage, and network architecture along with specialized security systems consultants. Validate vendor-proposed network bandwidth, storage capacity, and server infrastructure against the approved design and project requirements. Coordinate integration of the CCTV system with access control, the Command-and-Control Center (CCC). Review and approve contractor installation drawings, camera placement submittals, and cabling infrastructure against the approved design. Track emerging CCTV/VMS technology (video analytics, facial recognition, license plate recognition) and recommend enhancements where relevant. Prepare and manage the capital budget for the CCTV project, including equipment, installation, and integration costs. Track project expenditure against budget, flagging variances and cost overrun risks. Develop cost estimates and business cases to support phased rollouts and future expansion of the camera network. Identify cost-saving opportunities through bulk procurement, standardization, and vendor negotiation. Prepare budget and cost reports for management and project governance forums. Act as the primary point of contact for CCTV project stakeholders, including security, facilities, IT, and senior management. Ensure compliance with relevant security, data protection, and regulatory requirements governing surveillance systems in Qatar. Identify and mitigate project risks, including supply chain delays, technical integration issues, and site access constraints. Maintain comprehensive project and procurement documentation, including contracts, specifications, and audit trails. Support governance reporting, steering committee updates, and post-implementation review of the CCTV program. Desired Candidate Profile Project management for infrastructure or security rollouts. CCTV and VMS technical specification, evaluation, and system integration. Large-scale IT/security procurement, tendering, and contract negotiation. Network and storage sizing for high-volume surveillance systems. Vendor and systems integrator management. Strong negotiation and commercial acumen. Strategic planning and organizational skills. Stakeholder management across technical, commercial, and business teams. Attention to detail and analytical rigor. Ability to manage large-scale, multi-vendor programs under time pressure. Preferred Certifications include PMP or PRINCE2. CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or equivalent procurement certification. Manufacturer/VMS certifications (e.g., Milestone, Genetec, Hikvision, Axis). ITIL Foundation is a plus. Advanced computer and technology skills including proficiency in VMS/CCTV management platforms, Procurement and ERP systems (e.g., Odoo), MS Office and MS Project. Languages: Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus. Experience delivering CCTV or security infrastructure projects of comparable scale (large mixed-use developments, city-wide deployments). Experience in real estate, property management, or infrastructure development is preferred. Employment Type Full Time Company Industry TelecomISP Department / Functional Area Engineering Keywords CCTVProject ManagerDigital TransformationSurveillance InfrastructureCamerasVMSStorage PlatformsNetworking EquipmentInstallationTenderingProcurementRolloutTestingCommissioningVendor ManagementContract NegotiationRFPRFQ Get real-time job updates only on our App