Project Manager in Toronto

The primary role of the Project Manager is to lead and oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of our audiovisual projects. From planning and resource allocation to client communication and quality assurance, the project manager is the driving force behind the successful execution of our audiovisual projects. The project manager’s skills in project management and technical know-how will ensure seamless coordination between teams, on-time and on budget project completion, and the delivery of exceptional audiovisual systems.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Initiation: Collaborate and communicate with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to execute scope and requirements. Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies within budget. Conduct thorough risk assessments and develop mitigation plans.
• Resource Management: Identify and allocate necessary resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to ensure project milestones are met. Coordinate and communicate effectively with technical specialists, designers, engineers, and other team members involved in the project.
• Budget Management: Manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality standards. Monitor project budget on product, materials, expenses, and labour and track variances.
• Technical Oversight: Collaborate with technical teams to ensure the design, installation, and configuration of AV systems align with project requirements and industry standards.
• Communication and Collaboration: Serve as the main point of contact for clients, keeping them informed about project progress, potential issues, and solutions. Foster effective communication and collaboration among internal and external stakeholders to maintain project alignment.
• Quality Assurance: Quality control to ensure that all audiovisual systems and components meet or exceed industry standards and client expectations. Work together with field engineer to conduct commissioning to identify and resolve any technical issues.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify potential project risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate their impact. Address unforeseen challenges promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines and deliverables.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate project documentation, including project close out documentation, specifications, technical drawings, change orders, and progress reports. Work with the account manager to ensure all project documentation is up-to-date.
• Client Satisfaction: Regularly engage with clients to understand their needs and manage their expectations. Provide exceptional customer service, address concerns promptly, and ensure client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

Accountability/Reporting

The Project Manager will report directly to the Director, Project Management. Secondary accountability will be to the other management team members, employees, and customers of the company.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Audio Visual Project Management experience required in Audiovisual integration, Communication Collaboration, IT, Telecommunications, Construction or related industry.
• Proficient with the Microsoft suite of products.
• PMP, CTS, CTS-D/I, CAPM and/or PMP Certifications are assets.
• The candidate must possess the following attributes: technical capability, professionalism, self-motivation, attention to detail and advanced time management skills.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license, clean driving records and personal vehicle required.
• Must have or be able to qualify for Government Security clearance.

Travel

Some out-of-town travel will be required for on-site meetings, project deployments, company events and training.

Schedule

Monday to Friday.

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Paid time off
• Professional Development & growth opportunities are available.

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent.

Note: This job description may be subject to change and modification based on the company's needs and evolving AV technologies. The primary role and responsibilities will remain the same, but specific duties may be adjusted over time.

About Branch AV

Branch Audiovisual is a professional audiovisual integrator who designs, installs and supports audio and video systems for a variety of settings such as corporate offices, educational institutions, hospitality, large venue event spaces and government organizations. We work closely with our clients to understand their specific needs and requirements and then design custom audiovisual solutions to meet those needs and exceed their expectations. Our projects range from large-scale video wall systems and sound systems to video conferencing and digital signage.

Founded by industry veterans and staffed with experienced professionals, Branch AV combines unparalleled technology expertise and rock-solid process with a people-first culture that enables us to provide extraordinary value to our clients and partners. The key to our success: A conviction that technology is there to serve people, not the other way around. We understand that solutions are only as good as they are affordable, usable, and sustainable. And we achieve those objectives because we have a people-first culture that redefines and expands the notion of “user experience” to ensure that our AV technology solutions serve everyone’s needs.