Location: Atlanta, GA
Duration: 10+ months with possible extension
Responsible for managing the installation of audiovisual (AV) systems to comply with project specifications and Institute standards, and to ensurethat a completed system is delivered to the customer. Assignments are typically complex, large-scale projects, (Classrooms, Conference rooms, Auditoriums, and Labs) related to the design/project management of AV technology solutions in new building construction or building space renovation projects. Manage multiple project schedules and necessary resources, including but not limited to AV installation technicians, control systems programmers, engineers, and contracted vendors/contractors. Coordinate the work per the project design AV specification and product procurement in order to ensure compliance with design standards, support requirements, and the Institute's mission. This position will interact on a consistent basis with AV Support teams, project team members, department heads, and managers within OIT and other academic and business offices across campus; contractors, and consultants. This position typically will advise and counsel: the principal, lead project managers, department heads, facilities, and CPSM. This position will supervise NA (project/program leadership only).
· Supervise personnel and activities related to the audiovisual design on the project site.
· Proactively manage the change order process, when a change in approved design is necessary.
· Regularly inspect installation work performed by staff and/or subcontractors. Test, or certify the performance of, installed systems and coordinate turn-over of the project to the Audio Visual
· Support group at the end of each project, prior to coordinating and/or providing training to clients.
· Work with the customer to acquire a thorough understanding of project requirements and objectives including, but not limited: contractual, financial, technical, schedule, construction coordination, materials, personnel, and scope of work. Work with departments to obtain and read all contract documents including, but not limited: bid drawings and specifications, contract, project workbook, subcontractor scopes of work, and construction schedule.
· Development of designs that meet end-client functional and budgetary requirements. Creating functional and connection-level drawings/design for video, audio, control, LAN and communications subsystems, including preparation of drawings and documentation.
· Participate or facilitate internal project kick-off meetings with key participants, including the customer, engineers, installation teams and other applicable personnel.
Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Six to eight years of job-related experience
Project Management Professional (PMP), CTS-Design, CTS-Installation, and/or other Extron certifications
This job requires advanced knowledge in engineering design and project management as related to audiovisual solutions. Advanced skills in design, and installation of electronic equipment; preparing and reading blueprints, drawings and schematics and electronics assembly and soldering techniques are required. Ability to provide work guidance to others is also required. Exemplify exceptional communication, organization and leadership skills with strong experience in the integration of audio visual, video conferencing and closely related technologies.