Project Manager - Audio Visual

Osborne Richardson; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Osborne Richardson is seeking an Audio-Visual (AV) Project Manager to join the team supporting a local Council in Melbourne. You will plan, execute and finalise the project plan provided by the third-party vendor, coordinating internal staff and the contractor to deliver a state-of-the-art council chamber AV solution.

The role requires at least 5 years of direct AV project management experience, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and knowledge of video conferencing, UCC, control systems,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct experience managing commercial AV integration projects.
• Bachelor degree in Project Management, Engineering, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
• Certifications PMP and/or CTS are highly desirable.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Smartsheet or AutoTask and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and finalise project plans from the third-party AV vendor.
• Coordinate the efforts of team members and the third-party contractor to deliver an AV solution for Council Chamber.
• Oversee quality control during installation, commissioning and handover to Council.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and manage budgets.

Skills

AV project management

Team leadership

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor degree in Project Management, Engineering, Communications, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

AutoTask

Job description

Osborne Richardson are public sector recruitment specialists with over 30 years’ experience.

• To 12 Mar 2027
• $700/day + Super
• Sunshine location
• Start ASAP

Osborne Richardson are public sector recruitment specialists with over 30 years’ experience.

• To 12 Mar 2027
• $700/day + Super
• Sunshine location
• Start ASAP

About the role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Audio-Visual (AV) Project Manager to join the team at a local Council. The ideal candidate for the role will plan, execute, and finalise the project plan provided by the third-party (AV) vendor. This includes coordinating the efforts of team members and the third-party contractor to deliver a state-of-the-art solution for Council Chamber. The AV Project Manager will also oversee quality control throughout the installation, commissioning and handover to Council.

Key Responsibilities:

• Experience: At least 5 years of direct experience managing commercial audio-visual integration projects.
• Education: Bachelor degree in Project Management, Engineering, Communications, or a related field is preferred, however equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of AV fundamentals, including:
• Video Conferencing (Zoom, MS Teams, Cisco)
• Unified Communications & Collaboration (UCC) solutions
• Control Systems (Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS)
• Audio DSPs, Microphones, and Loudspeakers
• Display Technologies (LED, LCD, Projection)
• Networking fundamentals for AV (VLANs, QoS, etc.)
• Review and interpret solution design documents, schematics and scope of work documents.
• Project Management Skills: Proven ability to develop project plans, manage teams, control budgets, and mitigate risks.
• Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) and/or CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) are highly desirable.
• High proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, AutoTask) and the MS Office Suite.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, non-technical clients, and senior management.
• Ensure all work complies with company standards, industry best practices, and Council requirements.
• Proactively identify and resolve project issues and risks, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee system testing, calibration, and commissioning processes.
• Manage project documentation, including change orders, RFIs (Requests for Information), as-built drawings, and close-out packages.
• Conduct final training and ensure a smooth transition to the ICT Operations Team.

Thank you for your interest. We regret that, due to the number of applications received, we will not be able to respond to all applicants.