Lead AV Implementation Specialist

Main PointsPay: 90k-115kWork from home Monday and FridayWork on the road traveling Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday to different areas in (New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, and Connecticut.Must have CTS or CTS-I certification10+ years of experience requiredImplementation and Integration experience required 
Responsibilities Meeting with Event Coordinators to discuss audio, lighting, and video requirements.Altering venue arrangements according to layout diagrams.Directly oversee a team of Field Engineers, Sr. Field Engineers, and Integration Managers within the region.Drop-ins at installation sites within the region Ensure communication with larger project teams is effective and timelyCommunicate daily technical and site-specific information to the PMO team in a comprehensive, thorough, and detailed manner. Daily interaction with clients and job sites to document customer requirements and job site conditions.Ensure the posting of all post installation documentation, including red lined drawings, network information, updated programming, DSP or other device configurations, MAC addresses, etc. back to Project Management.Be capable of working effectively and efficiently with support from other members of the engineering team.Maintain complete and accurate project documentation and records.Communicate effectively with internal staff, client representatives, and subcontractors.Be responsible for successfully completing assignments on time and communicate effectively to the project team if the timeline is in jeopardy.Conform to company technical standards and practices. Correctly interpret multiple formats of technical specifications, schematic drawings, and architectural diagrams.Other responsibilities as assigned.

Leadership and Supervisory Responsibilities:

Monitor and approve weekly time reportsReview and approve expense submissionsReview and approve vacation / PTO / Sick time off requestsDeveloping and executing training plans, with input from the Director of Field Resource ManagementBi-Weekly 1:1 meeting with team members

Skills and Abilities:

Perform the installation, replacement and/or configuration of integrated system components, networked Video Conferencing Codecs, networked A/V Control Systems and networked Audio DSP DevicesTest and commission the final installation of entire system prior to Client handover including proper installation, set-up, calibration and operation of DSP-based audiovisual components and networked AV control systemsDaily communication with the PMO of project status including immediate communication of any issues which may impact successful, timely completion of project

Education and Experience:

10+ years’ experience in the AV field with leadership experience.Bachelor’s degree in sound engineering or a similar field.In-depth knowledge of sound, video, and lighting equipment.AVIXA CTS certification with Advanced CTS-I certification desirableWillingness to pursue and attend additional training related to performance of job.Proficiency in video network infrastructure commissioning and support processesKnowledge of video and audio-conferencing service standardsKnowledge of audiovisual, videoconferencing and IT products and applications Experience with Crestron, Extron and AMX control systems