Project Manager, Systems Engineer

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Position Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager with strong commercial audio‑visual and IP‑based broadcast experience to deliver complex media systems while managing scope, schedule, and cross‑functional teams.

This role is responsible for end‑to‑end project execution across enterprise and broadcast environments, coordinating engineering, field operations, vendors, and clients to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.

This role is intended for professionals with enterprise, broadcast, or large‑scale commercial AV experience. Residential AV experience alone is not sufficient.

About DCA

David Carroll Associates, Inc. is a leading full‑service audio video systems design/build integrator. Our reputation precedes us in the industry, providing word of mouth marketing and repeat clients.

We do this by focusing on Quality, Innovation, Collaboration, and Craftsmanship
, working in the specialty media technology solutions market. DCA partners with organizations who expect high‑performance and value in building ambitious technology projects. What sets us apart is our Innovative Project Delivery Platform, and Fearless Engineering. If we can’t find it, we will make it. Our overarching goal is to become the greatest integrator in the world.

Your Contribution to DCA:
Project Planning & Execution

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation.
• Monitor project performance by tracking timelines, expenses, labor hours, and cost efficiency.
• Revise project scope and costs as needed, implementing effective processes to keep projects current and aligned with objectives.
• Manage small- to medium‑scale commercial AV and broadcast installations through completion.

Technical Coordination & Delivery

• Serve as the primary coordination point between engineering, field teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Analyze blueprints, drawings, and technical documentation to prepare accurate time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Identify potential system issues and collaborate with engineers to develop integrated solutions.
• Maintain and resolve issues within complex AV, IP network, and broadcast infrastructures through active monitoring and troubleshooting.

AV & Broadcast Systems Oversight

• Oversee the setup, installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of audio‑visual and video systems.
• Support troubleshooting efforts when technical issues arise with AV, video conferencing, or broadcast equipment.
• Ensure equipment pre‑testing, rack fabrication, and system readiness prior to deployment.
• Maintain working knowledge of enterprise AV and video conferencing platforms, including AMX, Crestron, and Cisco systems.

Labor, Vendors & Stakeholder Management

• Oversee labor and crew management, ensuring milestone completion and quality of work.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Generate, track, and manage change orders and contractual modifications affecting scope, budget, and schedule.
• Organize and participate in on‑site and client meetings to review progress, risks, and next steps.

Reporting & Governance

• Prepare and distribute accurate project documentation, progress reports, and records to management.
• Track material usage and contractor hours to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
  
  Align project execution with company processes, standards, and EOS implementation.

Field & Operational Support

• Conduct periodic site inspections to assess quality, progress, and adherence to plans.
• Maintain inventory records detailing equipment locations.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams accurately.
• Support cable pulls and terminations (control, shielded, power, and network) and supervise connections to ensure compliance with plans.
• Maintain clean tools, test equipment, and company vehicles.
• Mentor junior team members on best practices, standards, and job execution.

Qualifications, Values, and Benefits:
Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience managing commercial AV and/or IP‑based broadcast projects
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• Strong understanding of AV systems, video…