Senior Project Manager - Audiovisual (AV) Solutions - HCI Job Opportunities

HCI Systems, Inc. is a renowned leader in the fire life safety and low voltage industry, providing our clients with an end-to-end service offering that allows them to bundle all their needs under one provider. We are expanding our capabilities into enterprise AV solutions and seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee large-scale, multi-phased AV systems integration projects. This role will ensure that projects meet time, scope, budget, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Project Oversight: Lead the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of AV integration projects, ensuring alignment with company goals, project requirements, and customer expectations.
• Project Documentation: Be a subject matter expert with contract documents, including project scopes of work, bid drawings and specifications, contracts, subcontractor scopes of work, and construction schedules.
• Scheduling & Resource Management: Create and manage a comprehensive work breakdown structure and project schedule, coordinating and verifying appropriate resource scheduling for all project phases.
• Kick-off Meetings: Facilitate both internal and external project kick-off meetings, ensuring all key participants are aligned and informed.
• Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for all internal and external project communication and documentation. Respond to customer communications regarding problems or concerns promptly and professionally.
• Progress Reporting: Provide regular job progress reports to all stakeholders. Acquire daily site progress reports from lead technicians and address needs as they arise.
• Procurement & Budget Management: Initiate the ordering of equipment and materials, manage distribution and shipping processes, and oversee all project expenditures to maintain alignment with the project budget.
• Change Order Management: Identify change order opportunities and work with Sales in scope, schedule, cost, or change of terms in accordance with HCI’s change order process.
• Quality Assurance: Supervise and verify the quality of work performed by internal teams and subcontractors. Facilitate testing and certification of installed systems.
• Project Closeout: Ensure all closeout/as-built documentation is completed and stored properly for future reference. Oversee the demonstration of system operation to clients upon project completion.
• Customer Relations: Maintain and develop strong relationships with customers, driving project results that meet customer requirements and enhance satisfaction.

Basic Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Project Manager within the AV, construction, or technology industries, with a strong understanding of project management best practices and processes.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Proficient in the installation and integration of Extron and Crestron systems.
  • Basic installation experience with video conferencing systems such as Polycom, Tandberg, Lifesize, etc.
  • Strong knowledge and installation experience with AV infrastructure components including projection screens, display mounts, ceiling speakers, wired microphones, and equipment racks.
• Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 Practitioner certification preferred. AVIXA General CTS certification is a plus.
• Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, strong problem-solving abilities, leadership qualities, and proficiency in MS Office and industry-related software.
• Other Requirements: Ability to travel to various job sites as required. Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet HCI’s driving standards.

What We Offer:

• Compensation: Competitive salary in the range of $120,000 - $140,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Additional Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) plan with employer matching; life insurance and disability coverage; paid holidays and vacation; company vehicle or car allowance with gas card.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth within a dynamic and supportive environment.

You’ll Benefit from:

Unlimited Growth Opportunity: With a constantly expanding range of products and vertical markets, we consistently experience double-digit growth, creating new avenues for advancement and promotion within our company.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Our benefits package is here to support you and your well-being. We offer a range of benefits that include:

• 401(k) Plan: Build a strong financial future with our 401(k) Plan with matching contributions.
• Paid Holidays and PTO: Recharge and unwind with loved ones with 8 paid holidays and 10 PTO days. As you advance in your career with us, your PTO also grows over time.
• Healthcare Coverage: Access reduced-cost medical insurance, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account: Manage your healthcare expenses effectively with our Flexible Spending Account.
• Additional benefits include voluntary Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance and AD&D, Critical Illness and Accident Coverage, and more.

Weekly Paydays: Enjoy weekly paychecks every Friday to kick off your weekend!

Employee Appreciation Events: Experience appreciation through employee appreciation lunches, holiday celebrations, department activities, and outings.

Wellness Programs: Our Employee Assistance Program offers access to over 10,000 providers offering face-to-face or telehealth counseling.

Pet Insurance: Ensure your furry friend’s health is covered with our pet insurance options.

HCI Systems Inc. is a licensed C-7, C-10 and C-16 low voltage systems integration contractor offering a full spectrum of services including sales, engineering, installation, service, and maintenance with over 600 employees in our seven branches. We offer fire life safety, fire suppression, fire sprinkler, access control, video management, intrusion detection, structured cable, nurse call and other related electronic detection solutions to our customers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HCI is an equal opportunity employer. We will not unlawfully discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any terms and conditions of employment based upon actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (“Protected Classifications”). When legally required, HCI will reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities, if the person is otherwise qualified to perform all the essential functions of the position safely and competently.