Project Manager SSI US

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Why Solotech?

To take your career to the next level! As a global leader in live productions, systems integration and virtual technology, our team is comprised of more than 2,000 passionate individuals. Our ambition? To deliver spectacular experiences worldwide.

Find out more at: www.solotech.com

Oversee all aspects of the project to include supervision and monitoring project teams. Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize the progress of the project.

Your day will look like this:

• In collaboration with the Sales and Design team, assist in the development of the scope of the project as needed.
• Create and execute a custom and detailed Project Communications Plan, to clarify & manage expectations, including status/ progress reporting, escalation procedures & triggers for escalation.
• Create and manage comprehensive project schedules and coordinate/verify appropriate resource scheduling for all required project tasks.
• Identify and manage project risk, resolving all project related issues with team or through escalation to management.
• Facilitate internal and external Project Kickoff meeting among Sales, Engineering, Programming, Fabrication & Installation, Customer resources, and Third-Party resources (as needed).
• Maintain and develop strong relationship with stakeholders, including customers with direct interaction and focus on improving customers’ perception of on-time delivery, quality, communication, responsiveness, and problem solving.
• Meet budgetary objectives by managing all project (equipment, labor, miscellaneous, direct, etc.) expenditures based on project budget throughout the project lifecycle, identify problem areas, spearhead resolution and communicate any issues impacting profitability to management.
• Plan, Manage and Control all project procurement, including subcontractors, rentals, and material/equipment orders.
• In accordance with quality standards in the project plan, manage and verify quality of deliverables, including work performed by internal and/or subcontracted resources.
• Ensure that any scope, schedule, cost or change of terms are handled in accordance with established Solotech change order procedures.
• Steer project results to satisfy customer requirements to meet Solotech’s objectives.
• Coordinate all system programming and final checkout of systems. Provide punch-list of remaining tasks after substantial completion.
• Coordinate training & turnover of projects to client, service department, & sales.
• Gather and supply Solotech Service teams with applicable close-out documentation for future reference.
• Travel to various job sites as required.
• Use and continually develop leadership skills.
• Supervise and consistently monitor project teams.
• Ensure the health and safety on sites through training, prevention, and compliance.
• Maintain communication and project updates with Solotech management.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Your profile:

• High school diploma required.
• Associates/Bachelors degree in business management, construction management, engineering, audio/video/lighting technology desired.
• A PMP certification from the Project Management Institute is desired.
• AVIXA CTS certification is desired, or the ability to obtain within the first year of employment.
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Project Manager in the Audio Visual, Construction, Technology or related industry is desired.
• Minimum of 3 years proven project management and/or team leadership experience is required.
• Hands-on experience with developing projects and overseeing project teams.
• Proven success working with all levels of management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with system design and ability to read AutoCAD is an asset.
• Above average knowledge of audio, lighting, video
• Above average knowledge of low voltage electrical projects.
• Expertise on construction sites (Health & Safety meetings, inspections, OHS prevention, etc.)
• Knowledge of project management software tools and process.
• Understanding of all revenue, budget, margin, and financial variance factors of assigned projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of technical, contractual, and construction documents.
• Effective communication and interaction skills.
• Creative problem solving and investigation skills to identify complex problems and generate solutions.
• Demonstrated management of multiple projects using sound time management skills with an exceptional eye for detail.

Physical Requirements:

This is not an all-inclusive list but is intended to give an overview of the requirements for this position. Reasonable accommodation will be provided under appropriate circumstances and in accordance with applicable law. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:

• Continually: Sit, walk, speak, and hear
• Continually: Type, write, and read
• Occasionally: Stand, carry, reach, lift and push up to 20 lbs.

Work Requirements:

• Time will be spent in an office setting.
• Time will be spent on construction sites.
• Flexible work hours including nights and weekends to support operations as needed.
• Environment may be fast paced.
• Valid Driver’s License and clean Motor Vehicle Record
• Ability to travel and stay overnight, for potentially extended periods of time, to job sites throughout the United States.

Physical work environment:

Environment may be fast paced at times.

Our offer to you:

• Competitive compensation and group insurance plan
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Skills development activities and opportunities for career advancement
• Work environment conducive to personal health and well-being
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off & referral program

Solotech is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V