Voice Data Technician

Kelso Industries; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelso Industries in Florida seeks an experienced Audio Visual (A/V) Project Manager to lead AV projects from initiation to completion, managing schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams to ensure client satisfaction.

You will define scopes, coordinate with vendors, document changes, monitor progress on site visits, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards; 3–5 years AV project experience preferred, PMP/CTS a plus.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years minimum managing AV integration or live event projects
• Strong knowledge of AV systems including video conferencing, audio systems, control systems (e.g. Crestron, Extron), digital signage, and networking
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana)
• Ability to read and interpret AV system designs and blueprints
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including technicians, engineers, and external vendors
• PMP certification is a plus
• CTS or CTS-D (InfoComm/AVIXA) certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end AV projects including planning, budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and client communication
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and installation teams to define project scopes and technical requirements
• Create and maintain detailed project documentation, including schedules, scopes of work, change orders, and status reports
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery and installation of AV equipment
• Ensure compliance with project timelines, budgets, safety protocols, and quality standards
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle, providing updates and addressing issues
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and ensure proper installation practices
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies proactively
• Facilitate project close-out, including final inspections, client training, and documentation hand-off

Skills

AV systems

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Asana

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Audio Visual (A/V) Project Manager to lead and oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of AV projects from initiation to completion. This role requires a deep understanding of AV systems and technologies, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and teams in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage end-to-end AV projects including planning, budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and client communication

Collaborate with sales, engineering, and installation teams to define project scopes and technical requirements

Create and maintain detailed project documentation, including schedules, scopes of work, change orders, and status reports

Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery and installation of AV equipment

Ensure compliance with project timelines, budgets, safety protocols, and quality standards

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle, providing updates and addressing issues

Conduct site visits to assess progress and ensure proper installation practices

Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies proactively

Facilitate project close-out, including final inspections, client training, and documentation hand-off

Required Qualifications:

Proven experience (3–5 years minimum) managing AV integration or live event projects

Strong knowledge of AV systems including video conferencing, audio systems, control systems (e.g. Crestron, Extron), digital signage, and networking

Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana)

Ability to read and interpret AV system designs and blueprints

Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines

Experience working with cross-functional teams including technicians, engineers, and external vendors

PMP certification is a plus

CTS or CTS-D (InfoComm/AVIXA) certification preferred

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform site walks or inspections in varied environments

Willingness to travel to project sites as needed (local and occasional out-of-town travel may be required)