Integration Project Manager

Bandit Lites, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bandit Lites, Inc. is seeking an Integration Project Manager to lead lighting, rigging, and drapery integration projects from concept to realization. You will collaborate with architects, designers, and end users to meet contractual requirements while driving projects forward with strong PM skills.

You will develop system requirements, design solutions, coordinate onsite services, and manage budgets, schedules, and vendor negotiations. Occasional travel and on-site work are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in theatre/theatrical design.
• 5+ years of lighting integration experience with leadership and project management responsibilities.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Vectorworks) for technical drawings.
• In-depth knowledge of theatrical and architectural lighting systems and control.
• Willingness to travel and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Understand, adhere to Bandit Lites' philosophy, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in project design meetings, assess integration needs, and identify system requirements.
• Develop integration solutions for theatre lighting, rigging, drapery, and third-party systems.
• Coordinate onsite technical services for integration projects, including startup and training.
• Create submittal packages, layouts, drawings, BOMs, and schedules for communication.
• Review proposals, perform take-offs, and ensure cost alignment with budgets.
• Obtain quotes from vendors and manage purchasing documentation.
• Release goods to purchasing and track order/receiving status.
• Maintain project paperwork and drawings; assist with payments as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure proper implementation.
• Manage project inventory and minimum stock levels for integration needs.
• Provide on-site technical support and resolve issues promptly.
• Review site reports to address problems; oversee shipping/receiving of materials.
• Contribute to development of integration project standards and R&D as required.

Skills

Project management

CAD software

Lighting systems knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in theatre/theatrical design

Tools

AutoCAD

Vectorworks

Job description

Job Summary

The Integration Project Manager will work with clients to develop and manage lighting, rigging and drapery solutions, including equipment and services. They will oversee projects from system concept to realization, ensuring customer expectations & objectives are met throughout the project and beyond. They work with architects, designers, construction trades, and end users to meet contractual requirements and expectations for Integrations Projects.

The Integration Project Manager will work with clients to develop and manage lighting, rigging and drapery solutions, including equipment and services. They will oversee projects from system concept to realization, ensuring customer expectations & objectives are met throughout the project and beyond. They work with architects, designers, construction trades, and end users to meet contractual requirements and expectations for Integrations Projects.

Job Responsibilities And Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

• Understands, abides by, and instills the philosophy, policies, and procedures of Bandit Lites.
• Participate in project design by attending coordination and design meetings, assessing integration needs, and identifying system requirements and deliverables.
• Assist in the development of integration solutions for various systems, including theatrical and architectural lighting, rigging, drapery, and third-party systems.
• Coordinate & assist with onsite technical services for integration projects, including system start-up, certification, and comprehensive customer training.
• Create submittal packages, control system layouts, integration drawings, detail drawings, BOMs, and material delivery schedules to communicate system solutions.
• Review proposals from external consultants, perform take-offs, and collaborate with purchasing and accounting teams to ensure cost accuracy and alignment with project budgets.
• Obtain quotes from vendors for projects and assist with budget entry in Seage 100 Contractor & Excel.
• Release goods for order to purchasing manager and maintain documentation on status of ordering and receiving of goods.
• Maintain filing management of all appropriate paperwork & drawings pertinent to assigned projects.
• Assist with payments on accounts as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure that integration solutions are implemented accurately and efficiently.
• Work with logistics and inventory specialists to allocate project inventory and recommend minimum stock levels for integration needs.
• Provide technical support to the installation team on-site, ensuring compliance with project plans and resolving any issues promptly.
• Review project site reports regularly to track progress and assist in addressing and resolving any problems that arise.
• Oversee the shipping and receiving of materials, ensuring proper coordination for installation and project setup.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of integration project standards, practices, and research and development projects as required.

Requirements And Expectations

• In-depth knowledge of theatrical and architectural lighting systems, including control and integration with other systems, and hands-on experience with high-end lighting control systems such as ETC, STRAND, AVOLITES, MA, and others.
• Practical experience working with various lighting fixtures like Vari-Lite, Martin, Robe, Clay Paky, and Chauvet, as well as rigging equipment used in live events and installations.
• Must have practical experience working in environments such as churches, theatres, and entertainment complexes.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Vectorworks) for creating and modifying technical drawings, layouts, and system designs for lighting installations.
• Must be reliable, flexible, and dependable.
• Proven ability to manage lighting integration projects from design to execution.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for resolving technical issues that arise during system integration, installation, or operation.
• Experience in coordinating the logistics of lighting and rigging equipment, ensuring timely material deliveries, and maintaining accurate project inventories.
• Self-motivated, proactive, results oriented professional with an ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Adapts easily to changing priorities, methods, and timelines.
• Must be able to work comfortably at heights, on ladders, lifts & stage grids.
• Must be able to travel as required.
• Must live in location specified
• Capability to oversee the installation process, monitor progress, resolve on-site issues, and ensure all work is completed to required standards, maintaining safety and efficiency.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Willingness to travel to various project sites as needed for installation and troubleshooting purposes.
• Willing to take on additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and to stand/walk for extended periods.

Preferred Skills

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, possess strong work ethic; both reliable and punctual, the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively, Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and emergencies, excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task, physical stamina and ability to perform role requirements.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in theatre/theatrical design

Experience: 5+ years of lighting integration experience, preferably with leadership and project management responsibilities

Job Department: Integration

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Knoxville Nashville Charlotte