Associate Project Manager

AVI-SPL; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

AVI-SPL is seeking an Associate Project Manager in the Mesa area to assist project management resources with key project activities, ensuring on-time, on-budget completion while meeting client scope and quality requirements.

You will follow AVI-SPL project management principles and progress toward managing smaller projects with the goal of becoming a Project Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience as an assistant Project Manager or Project Coordination role.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PDF tools.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn and comply with AVI-SPL standard processes and procedures.
• Review contract documents for each project including scopes, drawings, and schedules.
• Manage project team resource tasks and milestone activity.
• Facilitate discovery and documentation during internal project kick-offs as needed.
• Participate in external project kick-offs with stakeholders and internal resources.
• Manage internal and external project communication and documentation.
• Respond to customer communications in a timely and professional manner.
• Compile job progress reports and escalate issues as needed.
• Review daily site progress reports and respond to needs identified.
• Assist in equipment requests, distribution, shipping, and sign-off processes.
• Support change order processes ensuring alignment with terms.
• Deliver quality analysis of internal resources and subcontractors.
• Ensure closeout/as-built documentation is stored properly for future reference.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers to improve on-time delivery and quality.

Skills

Assistant Project Manager experience

Task & resource management

Strong communication

Independent work ethic

Time management

Education

Formal education in AV/Construction/Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PDF software

Job description

As an Associate Project Manager you will assist Project Management resources with key project activities including communication, change management, timely and on-budget completion of project deliverables while meeting client scope and quality requirements. All work will follow established AVI-SPL Project Management principles and procedures. AVI-SPL will help you acquire/develop skills over time to manage smaller complexity projects with the ultimate goal to progress into the Project Manager position.

Who We Are

AVI-SPL is a digital enablement solutions provider who transforms how people and technology connect to elevateexperiences,create new value, and enableorganizations to thrive and grow. We are the largest provider of collaboration technology solutions, which include our award-winning managed services.

Our highly certified industry experts and innovation leaders share a vision to help people work smarter and live better. We believe that success starts with a sound team and that an inclusive and diverse workplace moves us all forward.

What You’ll Do

As an Associate Project Manager, you will assist Project Management resources with key project activities including communication, change management, timely and on-budget completion of project deliverables while meeting client scope and quality requirements. All work will follow established AVI-SPL Project Management principles and procedures. AVI-SPL will help you acquire/develop skills over time to manage smaller complexity projects with the ultimate goal to progress into the Project Manager position.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Learn and comply with all AVI-SPL standard process and procedures within the AVI-SPL Operations Playbook, utilizing tools approved and provided by AVI-SPL.
• Review and acquire a thorough knowledge of contract documents for each assigned project including, but not limited to project scopes of work, bid drawings and specifications, contract, subcontractor scopes of work, and construction schedules.
• Manage project team resource tasks and milestone activity.
• Facilitate discovery and documentation during internal project kick-off meetings as needed
• Participate in external project kick-off meetings with all necessary external stakeholders as well as applicable internal resources as required.
• Manage internal and external project communication and documentation through accurate files and records of project status and activities.
• Respond to communications from customers regarding problems or concerns in a timely and professional manner as directed.
• Compile job progress reports. Raise any issues to Project/Office Management for proper escalation.
• Review daily site progress reports from lead technicians and respond to needs identified.
• Assist in the management of equipment requests, distribution and shipping through pick ticketing, packing slip and sign off process requirements.
• Assist Management through the change order process through assurance that any scope, schedule, cost or change of terms are handled in accordance with AVI-SPL change order procedures.
• Deliver quality analysis report of internal resources and subcontractors.
• Ensure all closeout/as-built documentation is created and stored in proper location for service and/or future office reference.
• Develop and maintain strong relationship with customers with direct interaction with focus on improving customers’ perception of on time delivery, quality, responsiveness, problem solving and service.
• Achieve project results per customer requirements to obtain AVI-SPL Net Promoter Score goals

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Demonstrated experience in an assistant Project Manager or Project Coordination role fulfilling the responsibilities listed in this job description.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and PDF software.
• Ability to manage tasks and resources to meet project objectives.
• Energized self-starter characteristics and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent attention and time management skills while adapting to change priorities.
• Valid Driver’s License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets AVI-SPL Driving Privileges standards.
• Ability to travel to various job sites as required.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience in the Audio Visual, Construction, Technology or related industry.
• Ability to read and comprehend project technical and construction documents.
• Project budget maintenance skills.
• Formal education in Audio Visual, Construction, Technology or related field

WHY YOU’LL LIKE WORKING HERE

• Medical benefits, including vision and dental.
• Paid holidays, sick days, and personal days.
• Enjoyable and dynamic company culture.
• Training and professional development opportunities.

More About Us

AVI-SPL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. AVI-SPL is an AA/Disabled/Veteran Protected Employer VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

AVI-SPL reserves the right to alter work hours and work location as necessary. Work hours may vary based on client requirements and may include travel to various locations in support of the account.