Project Designer II

Cenero•Columbia, MD

11d•$85,500 - $110,250•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Designer II is a customer facing position responsible for all aspects of pre-sales design activities including material specification, labor estimation, and scope writing.

Requirements

2 or 4-year college degree in a technical field
4+ years of related AV experience
Knowledge of AV fundamentals and ICIA best practices
CTS certification is required
Manufacturing certifications are required
Efficient Excel skills.
Sound technical writing ability.
Experience reading and understanding signal flow and architectural system drawings.
In-depth understanding of acoustics, electrical wiring and control systems is required with a working knowledge of related products and test equipment. Must also have experience with the installation and use of such equipment.
Experience designing, configuring, and troubleshooting advanced video and audio over IP systems and other network-based AV technologies.
Ability to multi-task and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
Applicant must be able to handle the pressure of deadlines on a regular basis.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the complex documents including product specifications, wiring diagrams, and architectural drawings.
Ability to respond effectively to sensitive customer inquiries or complaints.
Ability to clearly and unambiguously communicate verbally or in writing.
Ability to comprehend and apply principles of modern algebra and acoustical equations.
Strong ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases.
Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Nice To Haves

CTS-D is a plus
Experience with installing or supporting AV equipment is a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for interfacing with the Cenero sales team, and our customers, to develop a scope of work for AV services to be rendered
Develop specifications for all materials and labor required to deliver the scope of work
Collaborate with other Cenero teams to incorporate managed services as required
Collaborate with other Cenero teams to develop subcontractor or special material pricing as needed
Understand anticipated base building requirements in the AV scope, and communicate those to other members of the project team and customer as needed
Collaborate with the sales team to identify and execute strategies to add value to the customer conversations, and to develop lasting stable relationships with our customers
Respond to industry standard bid documentation as needed
Attend applicable meetings, visit customer sites and conduct site surveys to gather necessary information
Professionally represent Cenero to the customer and other project contacts and manage the customer’s expectations
Stay informed of technology trends in the AV industry
Contribute to departmental and company wide and best practices and procedure documentation and adherence.
Complete design and engineering efforts for $4.5M of yearly revenue
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Industry-leading healthcare coverage begins on your first day of employment. Includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription
Savings and 401K Investments with company match
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dependent Care Spending Account (DCA)
100% Company paid Life insurance
100% Company paid Short-Term Disability
Optional Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off awarded at hire
On-site gym, weight room, locker room
Giving Programs
Employee Tuition Reimbursement
Opportunities to network and connect
Lucrative Employee Referral program
Delicious Free coffee
Warm Philly soft pretzels every Wednesday in Malvern