Construction AV project Manager

Tech Electronics; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance on/0

Company credit card, cellphone, laptop

Paid Time Off & Accrued Personal Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability insurance

Hybrid office schedule

Growth opportunities

Relaxed family culture

Job summary

Tech Electronics is seeking an experienced AV Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of audio-visual projects from concept to close-out. You will be the primary contact between stakeholders, vendors, integrators, and internal teams to ensure on-time and on-budget results.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and hands-on knowledge of AV systems, room configurations, and deployment processes. A hybrid office schedule is available for select positions.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience managing AV, technology, or related integration projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams including IT, facilities, construction, and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage AV projects end-to-end, including scope, scheduling, budgeting, execution, commissioning, and close-out.
• Oversee deployment of AV systems in conference spaces, meeting rooms, and training spaces.
• Coordinate installation sequencing, system testing, commissioning, and user acceptance.
• Manage vendor performance, schedules, deliverables, and change orders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional coordination

Vendor management

Travel readiness

Tools

Microsoft Teams Rooms

Zoom Rooms

Crestron control systems

Extron

Q-SYS

Job description

Who is Tech Electronics?

We provide systems and services that help our customers work smarter, feel safer, and collaborate more effectively. Tech Electronics is a technology services organization headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri with seven offices across the Midwest. At Tech Electronics, we specialize in low voltage life safety and communication systems in the education, healthcare, construction, government, commercial-industrial, SMB, and worship industries. From fire alarm installation and testing to security cameras and video surveillance, our tailor‑made solutions deliver connection and protection.

Who is Tech Electronics?

We provide systems and services that help our customers work smarter, feel safer, and collaborate more effectively. Tech Electronics is a technology services organization headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri with seven offices across the Midwest. At Tech Electronics, we specialize in low voltage life safety and communication systems in the education, healthcare, construction, government, commercial-industrial, SMB, and worship industries. From fire alarm installation and testing to security cameras and video surveillance, our tailor‑made solutions deliver connection and protection.

Why Tech Electronics?

At Tech Electronics, we pride ourselves on bringing a unique family atmosphere to an ever‑evolving technology marketplace. We recognize that our people made us special when we opened our doors over 60 years ago, and they continue to do so today. We prioritize giving motivated individuals opportunities to find their gifts, develop their talents, and live their lives to the fullest. If you're looking for a job that's more than just a job, our Tech family is waiting for you!

What's in it for you?

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance on DAY ONE
• Company credit card, cellphone, laptop (as needed)
• Paid Time Off & Accrued Personal Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long term & Short-term disability
• Hybrid office schedule (select positions)
• Immense Growth Opportunities
• Relaxed Family Culture

What You'll Do As a Project Manager

The AV Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of audio‑visual projects from concept through close‑out. This role oversees scope, schedule, budget, and quality while serving as the primary point of contact between stakeholders, vendors, integrators, and internal teams. The ideal candidate combines strong project management discipline with practical AV technical knowledge and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Delivery

• Manage AV projects end‑to‑end, including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, execution, commissioning, and close‑out
• Develop and maintain project plans, risk registers, status reports, and documentation
• Track milestones, dependencies, and deliverables to ensure on‑time and on‑budget completion
• Proactively identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies

AV Systems & Technical Coordination

• Oversee deployment of AV systems including conferencing spaces, meeting rooms, training spaces, and large‑format presentation environments
• Review system designs, drawings, and equipment lists for constructability and scope alignment
• Coordinate installation sequencing, system testing, commissioning, and user acceptance
• Ensure systems meet functional, performance, and user experience requirements

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders, AV integrators, OEMs, subcontractors, and consultants
• Manage vendor performance, schedules, deliverables, and change orders
• Communicate project status, risks, and decisions clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences
• Facilitate meetings, site walks, and project reviews

Financial & Commercial Management

• Own or support project budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking
• Review contracts, scopes of work, quotes, and change requestsManage procurement timelines, equipment lead times, and substitutions as needed
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and approval processes

Close‑Out & Handover

• Manage punch lists, final documentation, and as‑built deliverables
• Coordinate training, handover, and transition to operations or support teams
• Ensure projects are completed to quality standards and stakeholder expectations

Required Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience managing AV, technology, or related integration projects
• Strong understanding of commercial AV systems, including:
  • Video conferencing platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms)
  • Displays, projectors, and LED video walls
  • Audio systems, microphones, speakers, and DSP concepts
  • Control systems (Crestron, Extron, Q‑SYS concepts)
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and vendors
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams including IT, facilities, construction, and business stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• CTS®, CTS‑I®, CTS‑D®, PMP®, or CAPM® certification
• Experience delivering large‑scale or multi‑site AV deployments
• Background working with AV integrators, enterprise AV teams, or construction projects
• Familiarity with construction schedules, site readiness reviews, and commissioning processes

Skills & Attributes

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Customer‑focused with a collaborative mindset
• Confident decision‑maker who can balance technical requirements with business needs
• Effective at resolving issues and navigating change

Travel & Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel to job sites as required
• Ability to participate in site walks, inspections, and on‑site meetings

Tech Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tech Electronics does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]