Commercial Project Manager

Job Description

Welcome to the world of smart-system solutions!

We are the premier integrator, redefining client experiences through leading-edge technology, unrivaled service, and passionate people.

Are you looking to take your career to the next level? If you do, then be with a talented team embarking on an exciting journey and helping each new generation create the most advanced solutions in integration.

Position Summary: Commercial Project Manager

Plans, organizes, directs, and controls project activities required for effective management of electronic security installation projects. Coordinates with installation labor and sub-contractors. Estimates and prices job charges. Works with financial, contract management and other management reports and tools to define project problems to assure project profitability. Is responsible for training and developing employees. Is responsible for the quality of installation

Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Plans and schedules engineering, installation, and subcontracting activities on large and/or complex systems, or service-installed jobs
• Maintains current job plans and specifications
• Works with the engineering department on the design and drafting phases of jobs
• Coordinates the procurement of materials, supplies, and services and controls timely delivery to job site
• Prepares the project installation plan, manages the plan, and prepares and implements job procedures
• Determines, from review of various information, necessary changes in design, contract price, installation plan or other activity and implements same
• Maintains construction schedule and coordinates task scheduling with other trades.
• Selects and monitors the performance of subcontractors
• Keeps self, superiors, and subordinates informed of progress
• Maintains all records of job status, job changes, material flow and other control records and supervises the preparation and processing of reports for internal and external use
• May estimate or assist in estimating projects which the company is bidding
• Studies literature and attends seminars to stay current with regards to products, processes and materials
• Works with installers on security concepts, ISN and installation procedures and product training for their advancement
• Additional duties as assigned

To join our band, you'll need the following experience:

• High school education or equivalent
• Associates degree (2 years) or Bachelor's degree (4 years) in a technical capacity is desirable
• Five years of experience in the engineering and installation of Electronic Security systems, or related field. Has strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals, relay logic, PLC's and operations. Good subcontracting are kills required. An understanding of job financial reports, and the ability control costs in the handling of large projects.
• 2+ years of project management required

Why Guitar Center? Here's just some of the rewards:

For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave--take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Guitar Center offers robust benefits and perks, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options.

This position is eligible to participate in the Guitar Center Company bonus program based on Company performance.

About AVDG

Founded in 1996, Audio Visual Design Group (AVDG) is a leading design-build firm specializing in next-generation AV design & integration, revolutionizing smart homes, smart enterprises, and smart venues for clients across the globe. Our innovative, passionate, and technical culture allows us to deliver the most sophisticated systems and continuously change the AV landscape demonstrating to clients what technology can do for them. AVDG's world-class team and original smart-system solutions are regarded among the best in the industry.

Since joining the Business Solutions Division of the Guitar Center Company in late 2017, AVDG has been able to leverage new avenues of growth and opportunities to better support our clients and our team. Guitar Center is bolstering AVDG's high-growth trajectory, rigorously expanding our national footprint.

We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity, and fulfilling our mission with passion.

Why join us?

At AVDG, you will join a peer group of like-minded people who are passionate about Audio, Video, Lighting and Control technologies. You will be given the freedom to apply your craft to deliver outstanding customer experiences that are enabled by technology. You will access many opportunities to learn including access to the newly launched AVDG University. As AVDG is a part of the larger Guitar Center group, you will find opportunities to expand your career and to collaborate beyond Pro AV if you choose to.

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