Manager, Project
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Location: Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
Description:
Job Summary
Responsible for the managing the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific AV systems integration projects. Additionally, ensure projects achieve time, scope, budget, quality, safety and customer satisfaction requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Review & understand SOWs and project contract to determine time to deliver, allotment of available and required internal and/or third party resources to various phases of project (people and dollars)
Responsible for coordinating all activities associated with the timely, accurate, and on-budget completion of the project, according to established project management procedures using MS Project on SharePoint and project workbook
Responsible for leading a Project Kickoff meeting among Sales, Technical engineers, Customer resources, Technical Support mgmt., Finance (as needed), Third Party resources (as needed)
Responsible for effective communication with customer including change orders and delivery, on-site visits (as needed)
Provide regular updates to Sr. Project manager including standard project review meetings
Engage Finance/accounting and purchasing department personnel as need for capex purchases and/or equipment
Review project status weekly to keep it on schedule financially, identify problem areas, and spearhead resolution
Raise awareness immediately to management regarding potential claims or back charges or any large costs that will affect AVISPL financially on assigned projects
Ensure that any scope, schedule, cost or change of terms are handled in accordance to stated change order procedures.
Retain responsibility for resolving all project related issues
Attend weekly team review of all projects and statuses and utilization. Raise any issues to management at this time for escalation
Prepare project reports as requested by Sr. Project Manager and Program Director
Keep accurate files and records of project status and activities via project workbook, Project Server and plan and change orders
Maintain and develop strong relationship with customers with direct interaction with focus on improving customers' perception of service, quality, on time delivery, responsiveness, and problem solving
Respond to communications from customers regarding problems or concerns in a timely and professional manner with by returning all phone calls or emails by the end of each business day
Drive project results to satisfy customer requirements to increase Net Promoter Score
Travel to various job sites required
Other duties assigned as needed
Skills and Abilities
Able to creatively problem solve and analyze complex problems and generate solutions
Able to deftly coordinate internal and external resources for successful project results
Understand all revenue, cost and margin aspects of project management including percent complete accounting
Effective communication and interaction with employees, clients and colleagues
Troubleshoot and solve project related issues
Understand and maintain project budgets
Effectively manage multiple projects
Demonstrate time management skills with attention to detail
Understand AV system functionality and installation processes and techniques
Understand technical and construction documents
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Microsoft Project and Adobe Acrobat
Valid Driver's License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets AVI-SPL driving standards
Education and/or Experience
Experience as a Project Manager in the construction or technology industries is required
Minimum 3-5 years' experience AV/Video Teleconferencing industry is preferred
Formal education in Electronics or related field preferred
Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience in management and implementation of value stream mapping of project management processes
Demonstrated management and leadership experience
Valid and current PMP certification is preferred
Responsible for the managing the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific AV systems integration projects. Additionally, ensure projects achieve time, scope, budget, quality, safety and customer satisfaction requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Review & understand SOWs and project contract to determine time to deliver, allotment of available and required internal and/or third party resources to various phases of project (people and dollars)
Responsible for coordinating all activities associated with the timely, accurate, and on-budget completion of the project, according to established project management procedures using MS Project on SharePoint and project workbook
Responsible for leading a Project Kickoff meeting among Sales, Technical engineers, Customer resources, Technical Support mgmt., Finance (as needed), Third Party resources (as needed)
Responsible for effective communication with customer including change orders and delivery, on-site visits (as needed)
Provide regular updates to Sr. Project manager including standard project review meetings
Engage Finance/accounting and purchasing department personnel as need for capex purchases and/or equipment
Review project status weekly to keep it on schedule financially, identify problem areas, and spearhead resolution
Raise awareness immediately to management regarding potential claims or back charges or any large costs that will affect AVISPL financially on assigned projects
Ensure that any scope, schedule, cost or change of terms are handled in accordance to stated change order procedures.
Retain responsibility for resolving all project related issues
Attend weekly team review of all projects and statuses and utilization. Raise any issues to management at this time for escalation
Prepare project reports as requested by Sr. Project Manager and Program Director
Keep accurate files and records of project status and activities via project workbook, Project Server and plan and change orders
Maintain and develop strong relationship with customers with direct interaction with focus on improving customers' perception of service, quality, on time delivery, responsiveness, and problem solving
Respond to communications from customers regarding problems or concerns in a timely and professional manner with by returning all phone calls or emails by the end of each business day
Drive project results to satisfy customer requirements to increase Net Promoter Score
Travel to various job sites required
Other duties assigned as needed
Skills and Abilities
Able to creatively problem solve and analyze complex problems and generate solutions
Able to deftly coordinate internal and external resources for successful project results
Understand all revenue, cost and margin aspects of project management including percent complete accounting
Effective communication and interaction with employees, clients and colleagues
Troubleshoot and solve project related issues
Understand and maintain project budgets
Effectively manage multiple projects
Demonstrate time management skills with attention to detail
Understand AV system functionality and installation processes and techniques
Understand technical and construction documents
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Microsoft Project and Adobe Acrobat
Valid Driver's License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets AVI-SPL driving standards
Education and/or Experience
Experience as a Project Manager in the construction or technology industries is required
Minimum 3-5 years' experience AV/Video Teleconferencing industry is preferred
Formal education in Electronics or related field preferred
Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience in management and implementation of value stream mapping of project management processes
Demonstrated management and leadership experience
Valid and current PMP certification is preferred