Strategic AV Project Manager: Orchestrate Complex Installations

Instrata; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Instrata is seeking an experienced AV Project Manager to lead audiovisual integration initiatives from planning to closeout. You will ensure technical precision, budget alignment, and timely execution while coordinating with field teams, engineering, and the FPM.

The role requires deep AV systems knowledge, strong leadership, and hands-on experience with DSP, IP networking, and project documentation. Travel to project sites will be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of AV systems integration, installation techniques, and commissioning best practices.
• Experience managing multiple AV projects with strong schedule, scope, and budget control.
• Proficiency in reviewing technical drawings, AV signal flow, and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Review all AV projects with the Field Project Manager and define execution strategies.
• Oversee 10-15 active AV projects, balancing priorities, resources, and timelines.
• Coordinate with Design Engineers on BOMs, long-lead materials, and substitutions.
• Lead kickoff meetings to align scope, deliverables, and client expectations.
• Track project requirements, certifications, and installation skill sets.
• Review and confirm BOM accuracy before purchase.
• Coordinate with FPM to plan manpower and resources.
• Ensure material deliveries align with project schedules and sequencing.
• Review Site Safety Plans with Foremen and Team Leads.
• Set quality expectations and perform field audits to ensure standards.

Skills

AV systems integration

Project management

Schedule management

Technical drawings review

DSP configuration/IP networking

Communication & leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience

Tools

Bluebeam

Smartsheet

Procore

Autodesk

Job description

Instrata is seeking an experienced AV Project Manager to lead audiovisual integration initiatives from planning to closeout. You will ensure technical precision, budget alignment, and timely execution while coordinating with field teams, engineering, and the FPM.

The role requires deep AV systems knowledge, strong leadership, and hands-on experience with DSP, IP networking, and project documentation. Travel to project sites will be required as needed.