Morton is seeking a Manager, Audio Visual Integration to lead our client’s AV Integration and Support Services team in the Richmond region (Mechanicsville, VA). This onsite, direct-hire role oversees daily operations, project profitability, customer escalations, team development, and service delivery across AV integration projects and support activities. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on AV/IT management experience, strong project and people leadership, and deep knowledge of commercial AV systems, construction practices, and tools like ConnectWise.
Responsibilities
- Manage A/V Integration and Service Support teams’ daily activities, personnel development, and career progression
- Oversee multiple Project Managers and ensure accurate reporting on project profitability
- Serve as primary customer point of contact for escalations, issue identification, and resolution
- Communicate constructively with stakeholders to meet customer expectations
- Maintain awareness of outstanding pre- and post-delivery issues and provide client status updates
- Produce accurate reports and metrics on ongoing projects and budgets for leadership
- Identify, communicate, and mitigate risks to ensure successful project delivery through production
- Provide technical leadership to support continuity and performance of A/V field teams
- Complete required training and understand processes in ConnectWise Manage/University
- Validate and approve time/expenses in ConnectWise and ensure accurate project allocation
- Review service and project tickets for A/V field teams in ConnectWise
- Ensure timely delivery of documentation for internal processes and end users
- Clarify and communicate project objectives and requirements to all team members
- Conduct annual performance evaluations and EOS‑format quarterly conversations; mentor team members
- Develop training programs to build and refine A/V field team skills
- Facilitate regular departmental Level 10 Meetings using the EOS process for updates and alignment
- Assist project/engineering teams with design and development tasks
- Document internal processes and procedures related to the role
- Drive improved customer perception and satisfaction
- Oversee department fleet/vehicle maintenance and safety standards
Requirements
- Previous Audio Visual/IT management experience required
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and high‑pressure situations with meticulous attention to detail
- Experience leading project managers and AV field/service teams, with accountability for project profitability
- Applicable AV certifications (e.g., Crestron, Biamp, Shure, QSC) and related training/education preferred but not required
- Ability to read/interpret AV project drawings, schematics, engineering notes, and operation manuals
- Understanding of construction blueprints and commercial construction practices
- Above‑average knowledge and hands‑on experience with installation/integration of AV systems: video walls, projection, flat panels, control systems, signal routing/processing, and UCC platforms (Cisco, Poly, Microsoft Teams, Zoom)
- Strategic planning capability with a 6–12 month planning horizon
- Effective, tactful communication skills and ability to manage sensitive situations
- Self‑motivated, able to thrive in a fast‑moving environment with strong interpersonal and time management skills
- Proficiency with ConnectWise Manage for time/expense validation, ticket review, and reporting
- Willingness and ability to work onsite in Mechanicsville, VA (Richmond region)
- Ability to conduct evaluations, mentor staff, and facilitate EOS Level 10 meetings
- Capability to oversee fleet/vehicle maintenance and safety compliance