Project Manager A/V - Full-time

Project Manager A/V must have experience working with current and future audiovisual technologies in a Fortune 500 Corporate setting including: Board room environments, video, displays, projection, signage, digital content creation, signal distribution, audiovisual control systems, audio conferencing systems, video conferencing systems, video switching and distribution systems, and CATV distribution systems.

• Participate in construction projects as trusted advisor for A/V design and installations to include commissioning of the A/V systems.
• Manage A/V budgets to include 5 year rolling plan for replacement plan.
• Maintain all A/V records to include as-built drawings, equipment inventory, equipment manuals and software code.
• Provide “on request” pre-meeting set up of the audiovisual systems to ensure the systems are operational before the start of a meeting. In the event of scheduling conflicts Manager will look to Discover for direction and establishing priority.
• Provide ongoing operational training and assistance for the Discover staff, on site vendors providing A/V services and guest presenters.
• Maintain the service certifications for the major presentation components integrated within the facility.
• Monitor manufacturer software and firmware updates and perform upgrades as required and only when the updates do not alter the systems functionality except as otherwise pre-approved by Discover.
• Oversee and advise on the proper inventory of consumable and spare parts including; projection lamps, batteries and other applicable supplies.
• The technician will create and maintain a budget for Discover approval to ensure adequate stock.
• Perform minor maintenance check up’s and repairs as time permits.
• Coordinate the removal and reinstallation of audiovisual equipment in need of “In-Shop” repair.
• Assist in the coordination and setup of audiovisual equipment for special events.
• Provide end to end troubleshooting support and resolution of audiovisual related issues.
• Maintain a service log that tracks equipment and operational problems and resolution. In addition, create and maintain support/procedural documentation.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance as needed and maintain the associated trouble logs.
• Conduct training for Technicians to ensure a clear knowledge of the Discover A/V systems and equipment.

Qualifications

Maintain Board Room A/V envrionment in a best in class fashion;

Provide A/V governance and guidance for the multi-site portfolio;

Participate in projects and provide recommendations and review, signoff of drawings, participate in commissioning of new systems;

Maintain A/V records for all sites to include As-Built drawings, equipment manuals and software code;

Insure software updates are in place for all equipment;

Maintain appropriate spare parts inventory to include major components of critical systems (ie: Board Room);

Provide training of A/V techs, Discover employees and contractors, to operate all Disover A/V systems and equipment, Maintain aservice log of equipment issues and repairs;

Provide and manage A/V budgets.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.
• May require travel to regional office locations. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.