Manager, Project

AVI-SPL Canada; Markham; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

AVI-SPL Canada is seeking an experienced Project Manager to direct AV systems integration projects from initiation to completion across multiple sites in Ontario. You will ensure projects meet time, scope, budget, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction targets.

Responsibilities include reviewing SOWs, coordinating resources, leading kickoff meetings, communicating changes to clients, and delivering regular status updates to senior management. Travel to various job sites is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• 3–5+ years of project management experience in AV/tech integration.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects.
• PMP certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Review SOWs and determine time and resource requirements.
• Coordinate on-budget completion using MS Project and SharePoint.
• Lead project kickoff meetings with stakeholders.
• Maintain client communications and handle change orders.
• Prepare status reports for senior management.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and procurement as needed.
• Escalate issues and manage risk & scope changes.
• Travel to job sites as required.

Skills

Project management

Resource allocation

Budgeting & forecasting

Client relationships

Communication skills

Risk mitigation

Education

Bachelor's degree (business/engineering/IT)

Tools

Microsoft Project

SharePoint

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the managing the overall direction coordination implementation execution control and completion of specific AV systems integration projects. Additionally ensure projects achieve time scope budget quality safety and customer satisfaction requirements.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Review & understand SOWs and project contract to determine time to deliver allotment of available and required internal and/or third party resources to various phases of project (people and dollars)
• Responsible for coordinating all activities associated with the timely accurate and on-budget completion of the project according to established project management procedures using MS Project on SharePoint and project workbook
• Responsible for leading a Project Kickoff meeting among Sales Technical engineers Customer resources Technical Support mgmt. Finance (as needed) Third Party resources (as needed)
• Responsible for effective communication with customer including change orders and delivery on-site visits (as needed)
• Provide regular updates to Sr. Project manager including standard project review meetings
• Engage Finance/accounting and purchasing department personnel as need for capex purchases and/or equipment
• Review project status weekly to keep it on schedule financially identify problem areas and spearhead resolution
• Raise awareness immediately to management regarding potential claims or back charges or any large costs that will affect AVISPL financially on assigned projects
• Ensure that any scope schedule cost or change of terms are handled in accordance to stated change order procedures.
• Retain responsibility for resolving all project related issues
• Attend weekly team review of all projects and statuses and utilization. Raise any issues to management at this time for escalation
• Prepare project reports as requested by Sr. Project Manager and Program Director
• Keep accurate files and records of project status and activities via project workbook Project Server and plan and change orders
• Maintain and develop strong relationship with customers with direct interaction with focus on improving customers' perception of service quality on time delivery responsiveness and problem solving
• Respond to communications from customers regarding problems or concerns in a timely and professional manner with by returning all phone calls or emails by the end of each business day
• Drive project results to satisfy customer requirements to increase Net Promoter Score
• Travel to various job sites required

Other duties assigned as needed

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery.
• Skilled in allocating internal and third-party resources effectively to meet project schedules and objectives.
• Experience monitoring project budgets, forecasting costs, tracking financial performance, and managing change orders.
• Strong ability to build and maintain client relationships through effective communication, responsiveness, and problem resolution.
• Proven ability to identify project risks, elevate concerns appropriately, and drive timely resolution of project-related issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to lead kickoff meetings, provide status updates, and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, SharePoint, and project tracking tools, with strong organizational and documentation skills.

Education And/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of project management experience in the audiovisual (AV), technology integration or related industry.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects, including scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and customer communications.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office Suite.Experience managing project financials, change orders, procurement activities, and risk mitigation.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management certification is considered an asset.

Compensation

Pay Type

Min Base

Max Base

Salary

CAD $85,800

CAD $109,450

Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.