Commercial Project Manager

Guitar Center and AVDG•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The Commercial Project Manager leads complex, multidisciplinary technology integration and installation projects from initiation through completion. The role oversees project strategy and execution, financial performance, cross-functional coordination, subcontractors, and team development to ensure projects are delivered successfully. The Project Manager coordinates engineering, installation, procurement, scheduling, and quality control, and serves as a senior escalation point for internal and external stakeholders. The position manages project plans, specifications, documentation, schedules, costs, and reporting; oversees engineering design and drafting; develops installation plans and procedures; and evaluates project information to determine changes to design, pricing, schedule, or scope. It also includes supporting bids and estimates, managing subcontractors and material procurement, coordinating work with construction schedules and other trades, and maintaining quality and compliance. The role requires travel to local job sites and out-of-state sites, including occasional overnight travel. AVDG is a design-build firm specializing in audiovisual design and integration for smart homes, enterprises, and venues. It is part of Guitar Center's Business Solutions Division.

Requirements

At least five years of experience in engineering and installation of electronic security systems or a related field.
At least five years of project management experience.
Extensive experience managing complex construction, technology, or systems integration projects.
Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals, relay logic, PLCs, and operations.
Strong subcontracting skills.
Understanding of job financial reports and ability to control costs on large projects.
Expertise in cost control, financial reporting, subcontractor oversight, and schedule management.
Strong understanding of engineering, drafting, procurement, and installation processes.
Demonstrated success in team leadership and cross-functional coordination.
Ability to work effectively in fast-changing environments.
High school education or equivalent.
Valid driver's license and ability to fly as needed for project requirements.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree (two-year) or bachelor's degree (four-year) in a technical field.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, direct, and control all phases of large-scale or highly complex installation and integration projects.
Maintain project plans, specifications, status records, change records, material-flow records, and other project documentation; supervise preparation and processing of internal and external reports.
Oversee engineering design and drafting phases.
Lead development and implementation of detailed project installation plans and procedures.
Evaluate project data to identify necessary changes to design, pricing, schedule, or scope.
Assist with estimating projects for which the company is bidding.
Plan, schedule, and maintain installation schedules and coordinate them with construction schedules and other trades.
Select and manage subcontractors, including oversight of their performance.
Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials, supplies, and services.
Estimate and validate project costs, pricing, and financial forecasts; oversee accurate project reporting and control project costs.
Ensure high standards of quality throughout installation and implementation, and regularly assess work quality and compliance.
Keep self, superiors, and subordinates informed of project progress.
Study industry literature and attend seminars to stay current on products, processes, and materials.
Work with production management to identify installation procedures and product training for advancement.
Travel to local job sites within driving distance and to out-of-state job sites by air, including occasional overnight travel.

Benefits

Gig leave for employee musicians to take time off to perform and return to their job after a tour.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
401(k) with company match.
Mental health support.
Paid sick, holiday, and vacation time.
Employee discount program.
Tuition reimbursement options.

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