Consultant, AV

PMY Group is a global technology consulting and solutions firm specializing in sports, entertainment, education, and government sectors. With deep expertise in venue technology, broadcast, digital, and fan experience solutions, PMY delivers cutting-edge technology strategies, implementation, and managed services for some of the world’s most iconic stadiums, arenas, and events.

As part of PMY, WJHW, Inc. is a nationally acclaimed design and consulting firm that specializes in creating sophisticated, client-focused solutions for diverse industries. From sports and entertainment venues to education facilities and public spaces, WJHW is at the forefront of designing secure, innovative, and resilient environments. With a commitment to quality and a reputation for excellence, we bring an unparalleled level of expertise and collaboration to each project, ensuring that every detail aligns with our clients’ goals and vision.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This Texas-based position will provide direct design and management assistance for WJHW and PMY Audio-Visual projects. The AV Consultant supports our larger design team efforts on both new construction and renovation projects for sports, entertainment, performing arts, education, government, and related assembly-occupancy venue projects.

The Consultant role is a mid to senior level position for an experienced design professional with an opportunity for advancement. The role assumes self-directed work and occasional leadership of other AV-team members and project management/leadership duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design AV, multi-media, presentation display, IPTV, direct view LED, small presentation sound, and related control systems. The work includes product research and product selection, selection of cabling, accessories, and related components.
• Provide peer review, manufacturer product and pricing knowledge, and other support to the broader AV team as required.
• Active willingness to learn and work within an Autodesk Revit modeling and project documentation environment.
• Perform design documentation tasks to include the following:
• Write and edit project program narratives in conjunction with project executives and project managers.
• Develop probable systems costs using MS Excel.
• Locate system devices and equipment in drawing sheets utilizing Autodesk Revit and/or Bluebeam markups for 2D and 3D modeling by the company’s BIM team.
• Develop conduit and rough-in requirements and technical room layouts in association with the above.
• Develop plate/rack elevations and display schedules in association with the above.
• Draw functional diagrams in association with the above.
• Write and edit formal specifications in MS Word.
• Review contractor work including pricing proposals, RFIs, submittals, and installation as part of the Construction Administration process.
• Participation in and note-taking on project meetings.
• Interpret with and coordinate associated project architectural, electrical and structural drawings.
• Identify and communicate system power, heat-load, and data drop requirements.
• Validate room, enclosure, and finishes.
• Work as a project manager as assigned.
• Other AV-team support duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum 6 years of experience as an Audio-Visual Consultant in a contracting design/build or consultant environment, with responsibility/experience preparing shop drawings and specifications.
• CTS certifications highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of digital video and sound protocols; SDI, SMTPE, Dante, Ethernet, Q-SYS, Blulink.
• Experience with IPTV/RF distribution, IT, networking, and/or other low voltage systems a benefit.
• Revit, AutoCAD, and Ease modeling skills desirable, but not required.
• Excellent communication skills interfacing with clients, engineers and other design team members.
• Highly self-directed & organized, requiring little…