AV Project Manager
We are seeking an experienced AV Project Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of large-scale commercial audiovisual installation projects. This role is responsible for project planning, execution, technical oversight, budgeting, client communication, quality assurance, commissioning, closeout, and post-installation support. The ideal candidate has strong commercial AV project management experience, hands-on knowledge of Crestron and Extron systems, and the ability to manage field teams, subcontractors, vendors, budgets, schedules, and customer expectations in a fast-paced onsite environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead commercial AV projects from presales planning through installation, commissioning, closeout, and post-installation support.
- Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to define project scope, requirements, goals, and timelines.
- Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, purchase orders, proposals, billing schedules, and change orders.
- Oversee AV installation teams and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to quality standards.
- Provide technical oversight for AV control systems, including Crestron, Extron, DSPs, displays, speakers, cabling, projectors, and TV mounting solutions.
- Identify project risks and implement proactive and corrective action plans to reduce delays, disruptions, and budget impacts.
- Maintain consistent communication with clients, including project updates, issue resolution, expectation management, and account support.
- Coordinate project resources, including labor, equipment, materials, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Ensure AV systems are tested, calibrated, commissioned, and documented according to project and industry standards.
- Maintain accurate project records, including system schematics, programming documentation, user manuals, as-built drawings, reports, and closeout documentation.
- Support safety protocols and job site best practices to maintain a safe working environment.
- Provide client training, warranty support, and service coordination after installation as needed.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 5+ years of experience managing commercial AV installation projects through the full project lifecycle.
- Strong technical background with Crestron, Extron, DSPs, displays, speakers, cabling, commissioning, and AV system integration.
- Experience managing budgets, purchase orders, proposals, billing schedules, and change orders.
- Experience coordinating field teams, subcontractors, vendors, materials, equipment, and project schedules.
- Strong knowledge of commercial AV installation standards, QA processes, and industry best practices.
- Strong customer-facing communication skills, including client updates, expectation management, and issue resolution.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, leadership, organization, and documentation skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Experience with project management methodologies and project management tools.
- Knowledge of voice, data, fiber, and wireless installation projects preferred.
- Networking and IT fundamentals related to AV systems preferred.
- College degree or associate degree preferred.
- PMI, PMP, CTS, RCDD, Crestron, Extron, QSC, Q-SYS, or Dante certifications preferred.
- Ability to stand, walk, and access active job sites as needed.
- Ability to work fully onsite and travel or relocate as required.
Work Experience
- 5 to 10 years of relevant commercial AV, low voltage, project management, or related field experience preferred.
- Experience supporting large-scale commercial AV or new construction environments preferred.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
Additional Job Details (Commute, Attendance, etc.)
- Schedule: Typically starts at 7:00 a.m.; expected 45 to 55 hours per week.
- Travel: Open to travel or relocation.