Senior Associate, Project Management, Asset Protection and Safety

DoorDash DoorDash · Consumer · Boston, MA · 244 Global Safety and Security

This role is for a Senior Associate Project Manager on the Global Safety and Security team at DoorDash. The primary focus is on planning, execution, and delivery of projects related to physical security technology, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. Responsibilities include leading project planning, coordinating resources, developing schedules, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The role requires experience in physical security technologies and project management methodologies.

What you'd actually do

  1. Lead project planning sessions, defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
  2. Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for seamless project execution.
  3. Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, tracking progress and making necessary adjustments.
  4. Conduct regular project meetings, providing updates to stakeholders and addressing any issues.
  5. Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in physical security technology.

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, or Business in a related field or an additional 4 years of work experience in quantitative or business fields
  • 3+ years of project management experience, preferably in the physical security technology industry.
  • Strong understanding of physical security technologies and best practices (e.g. Axis, Genetec, Mercury, Aiphone, Von Duprin, HID).
  • Strong understanding of physical security systems (e.g., video surveillance, electronic access control, electronic door hardware, intrusion detection, intercom).
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Smartsheets, Jira, Asana, Salesforce).
  • Proficiency in budget management, cost management, and status reports.
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Project Schedule Management via Ghhant Chart, Budget management, Cost Performance management).

Nice to have

  • Security Platform Certifications are a plus. (e.g. Genetec, Axis, Software House, OpenPath)
  • PMP or equivalent project management certification is a plus.