Audio Visual Project Manager

The Opportunity

As an AV Project Manager, you'll lead the delivery of best-in-class audiovisual systems to a nationwide network of customers. Reporting to the AudioVisual Operations Manager, you'll collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

This role will primarily focus on new build or major refurbishment projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in AV technologies and a proven track record in AV Project Management, with a passion for delivering innovative AV solutions. The role requires close collaboration with the Engineering, Support and Design teams, as well as with third-party stakeholders to support delivery of best-in-class solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend handover meetings from the Commercial team where you will then take ownership for those assigned projects
• Work closely with clients, main contractors consultants to agree clear project timelines and milestones
• Work with the Engineering Management team to ensure the appropriate labour resource is available
• Work with the stock and Procurement teams to ensure materials are purchased promptly, to support on-time delivery, with a view to avoiding excess or extended stockholding.
• Continually progress all dependencies for the projects assigned to you
• Attend site for kick-off meetings with the Installation team, and regular onsite progress inspections
• Take full responsibility for the quality of handover, training and OM details
• Motivate and support all Installation teams, and resolve issues and challenges
• Track costs, variations and changes throughout the project
• Take full ownership of financial performance, as well as quality and client relationships throughout
• Report project progress back to the business

Based in commuting distance of Sheffield, salary is circa £45k-£50k neg. plus benefits including annual bonus and flexible working.

Your skills and experience

• You will need to be a proven Project Manager with strong AV experience
• A good understanding of relevant AV equipment to include Digital Video, Projection Systems, Control Systems, DSPs, Audio Systems, Large format displays, DMX Lighting and BMS integration
• Familiarity with AV industry standards such as AVIXA (InfoComm) and certifications (CTS, CTS-D, CTS-I) is a plus
• Experience working with design software (AutoCAD, Visio, etc.) is a plus
• Salesforce experience
• Strong communication skills at all levels and an ability to drive progress
• Proven experience managing budgets, project challenges and delay/change issues on site.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent organisational skills and an attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence

The Organisation

Our client is a successful AV reseller and event company working across the UK, with access to the very best and most up to date technology and the unique ability to design completely bespoke solutions as well as develop custom software. They are the AV company of choice for clients who really want to make an impact with their AV experience.

The Recruiters

AV Jobs are the No. 1 Audio Visual Recruiters in the UK working with clients and candidates to ensure a successful job fit every time.