Senior AV/IT Project Leader for High-Impact Builds

Avidex; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

PTO 120 hours

10 paid holidays

Volunteer time

Growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Avidex is seeking a Senior Audiovisual (AV) Project Manager to lead large-scale AV/IT projects from planning through closeout in the Fremont area. You will manage scope, budget, schedule, and risk while guiding installation teams, GC/subcontractors, consultants, and internal staff to deliver exceptional outcomes.

You will serve as the primary client contact, drive planning with cross-functional teams, and oversee multiple projects concurrently.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent relevant experience required.
• 5+ years of project management experience within AV/IT, technology integration, construction, or related industry.
• Experience managing complex projects, including new construction and tenant improvement environments.
• Strong understanding of project scope, scheduling, budgeting, resource planning, change management, and risk management.
• Experience managing client, contractor, subcontractor, consultant, and internal stakeholder relationships.
• Strong written, verbal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management platforms such as MS Project, MS Planner, Teamwork, or similar tools.
• PMI PMP and AVIXA CTS certifications preferred, or ability to obtain them within 1 - 2 years.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel for projects, including overnight travel ranging from one night to several weeks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale, complex, and high-profile AV/IT projects from planning through commissioning and closeout.
• Plan and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously while managing scope, schedule, budget, resources, and project risks.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, responsibilities, and deliverables throughout project execution.
• Lead project implementation teams, assign responsibilities, and ensure teams have the information and resources needed for successful execution.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and internal project teams.
• Partner with estimating and internal teams to identify project resource needs, including labor, logistics, materials, and specialty tools.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks or issues, and take appropriate action to keep projects on track.
• Manage project changes and maintain accurate documentation, including schedules, RFIs, change orders, punch lists, and closeout documentation.
• Support client and project team communication, including navigating challenging conversations and resolving project-related concerns.
• Coordinate with technical and installation teams during system testing, commissioning, punch list activities, and project closeout.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project management and implementation teams as needed.

Skills

AV/IT project management

Construction & TI projects

Client relationship management

Risk management

Team leadership

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication & negotiation

Multi-project management

Willingness to travel

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Project Management

Tools

MS Project

MS Planner

Teamwork

Job description

Avidex is seeking a Senior Audiovisual (AV) Project Manager to lead large-scale AV/IT projects from planning through closeout in the Fremont area. You will manage scope, budget, schedule, and risk while guiding installation teams, GC/subcontractors, consultants, and internal staff to deliver exceptional outcomes.

You will serve as the primary client contact, drive planning with cross-functional teams, and oversee multiple projects concurrently.