Audio Visual Project Manager

Job Summary

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)

• Daily per diem: $50

• Monthly vehicle allowance: $750

• Monthly phone allowance: $150

• Company-paid AV certification training twice per year after conversion to full-time employment

Additional Job Details (Commute, Attendance, etc.)

• Work location:
  
  Fully onsite in Tempe, AZ.

• Schedule:
  
  Typically starts at 7:00 a.m.; expected 45 to 55 hours per week.

• Travel:
  Open to travel or relocation.