A/V Project Manager: Lead, Deliver & Coordinate Installations

Kelso Industries; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelso Industries in Florida seeks an experienced Audio Visual (A/V) Project Manager to lead AV projects from initiation to completion, managing schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams to ensure client satisfaction.

You will define scopes, coordinate with vendors, document changes, monitor progress on site visits, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards; 3–5 years AV project experience preferred, PMP/CTS a plus.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years minimum managing AV integration or live event projects
• Strong knowledge of AV systems including video conferencing, audio systems, control systems (e.g. Crestron, Extron), digital signage, and networking
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana)
• Ability to read and interpret AV system designs and blueprints
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including technicians, engineers, and external vendors
• PMP certification is a plus
• CTS or CTS-D (InfoComm/AVIXA) certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end AV projects including planning, budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and client communication
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and installation teams to define project scopes and technical requirements
• Create and maintain detailed project documentation, including schedules, scopes of work, change orders, and status reports
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery and installation of AV equipment
• Ensure compliance with project timelines, budgets, safety protocols, and quality standards
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle, providing updates and addressing issues
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and ensure proper installation practices
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies proactively
• Facilitate project close-out, including final inspections, client training, and documentation hand-off

Skills

AV systems

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Asana

Job description

Kelso Industries in Florida seeks an experienced Audio Visual (A/V) Project Manager to lead AV projects from initiation to completion, managing schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams to ensure client satisfaction.

You will define scopes, coordinate with vendors, document changes, monitor progress on site visits, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards; 3–5 years AV project experience preferred, PMP/CTS a plus.