Senior Project Manager -AV Commercial

Diversified • Seattle, WA

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

A Senior Project Manager (SPM) is responsible for the scope, schedule, cost, quality, and client satisfaction of a project throughout its entire lifecycle, from Initiating through Closing phases. The PM depends on the help of other people to perform most of the actual activities of the project. A project manager’s role is primarily focused around written and verbal communication to all project stakeholders. The PM is responsible for overseeing and performing project management functions on all AVE projects, budgets, and scopes. The PM will act as the person responsible on their assigned projects and have direct control over all project activities. The Senior Project Manager will also mentor other Project Managers within the company. The SPM will be assigned the largest, most complex, and sensitive projects. This position will be providing direction to a wide range of internal and external personnel. Location Preference- Seattle, WA area.

Requirements

• Associates/Bachelors degree required and/or equivalent experience.
• A PMP certification from the Project Management Institute.
• AVIXA CTS certification
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience as a project manager in commercial construction trades or in related areas.
• Deep knowledge and experience with audio/video systems. Knowledgeable of low voltage electrical projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Supervisory and people skills.
• The Project Manager shall have the ability and skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical, political and people-related problems.
• Great people leadership skills.
• Strong financial background in project cost accounting.
• Has a high level of both written and verbal communication skills.
• Focused on clients and able to understand how they can use technology from Diversified to meet their business needs.
• Approachable; works well on teams. Is a natural leader.
• Delegates effectively.
• Good at setting and managing people’s expectations.
• Personally organized, manages time well, and sets clear priorities. Sets an example for preparation, punctuality, and professional appearance.
• Excellent at planning.
• Forecasts and manages risks.
• Problem solver who can remain effective in tense situations.
• Frequent travel by car and occasional airplane trips are required. Employee must possess a valid driver’s license in their state of residence.
• Employee will be required to use their own vehicle and will be reimbursed for mileage at the current corporate rate. Local travel to job sites (within a 2 hour driving distance each way) will make up 70-90% usually but remote travel can be up to 30% of the job at times. 10% remote travel is required on a regular basis.

Nice To Haves

• Other relevant certifications may be required or preferred based on the technology focus of the position.

Responsibilities

• Daily activities include project communications, scheduling, task lists for technicians, managing deliverables from engineering, CAD and Programming and overseeing the completion of projects.
• The PM is responsible for completing systems integration projects on time, on budget and achieving high customer satisfaction from our customers.
• The majority of this employee's time will be spent managing projects and communicating with all project stakeholders.
• This person will be held accountable for following and helping to improve the established Diversified processes.
• As the primary interface to the client, the project manager develops a strong long-term relationship.
• Managing the client relationship, including expectations, communications and satisfaction.
• Coordinates and communicates.
• Provides clear leadership and ownership for the project within Diversified, including accurate and timely verbal and written communication and follow up.
• Coordinates all activities associated with the timely, accurate and on-budget completion of the project, including engaging stakeholders, delegating responsibilities clearly and running client and internal project meetings.
• Provides support and assistance to team members as needed in order help them be successful and get the job done.
• Ensures appropriate and frequent communication between stakeholders. Resolves destructive conflict.
• Designs, plans, and coordinates work teams with regard to AVE installation projects.
• Assumes ownership of individual projects and assignments.
• Establishes and maintains communication with Account Executives, Directors, installation technicians, subcontractors, clients, etc.
• May be required to regularly lead a team on large projects.
• Develops and communicates project updates as required.
• Provides constant monitoring of labor, equipment and materials budgets.
• Provides and/or directs technical and administrative support to project team members.
• Develops and maintains all related project schedules.
• Performs field verification of prospective work site. Documents all issues with site and keeps everyone informed of potential issues and solutions.
• Coordinates all drawings and documentation between all internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitates and directs design reviews to assure proper documentation in the field.
• Coordinates all system programming and final checkout of systems.
• Provides punch-list of remaining tasks after substantial completion.
• Contracts with contractors and other trades when necessary.
• Monitors status of projects including cost, timing and staffing to ensure timely and accurate completion of projects.
• Ensures quality and continuous improvement.
• Coordinates training & turnover of projects to client, service department, & sales.
• Takes full ownership of project.
• Acts as the single point of responsibility and accountability for the project.
• Ensures schedule performance, quality of solution delivered to client, and client satisfaction.
• Manages and reports on the project’s financials, including ensuring budget performance and profitability.
• Ensures timely and correct billings to client.
• Demonstrates proactivity, responsiveness, and follow through.
• Communicates decision options to stakeholders and manages those decisions.
• Manages a complex array of decisions at every point of the project but is rarely the sole decision maker.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options to suit your family’s needs
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401k with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Term and Dependent Life and AD&D, and Legal Services
• Commuter Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees