What are the responsibilities and job description for the AV Solutions Project Manager position at NFF Inc?
About NFF
Networking for Future, Inc. (NFF) is a Washington, DC based company offering a performance-focused approach to delivering transformational IT business solutions. We take pride in keeping users productive and engaged by providing business and IT teams with the solutions they need to improve their performance in a dynamic, connected world.
NFF is the only Cisco Gold Partner headquartered in the District of Columbia with Advanced Specializations in all major IT disciplines. In addition to Cisco, NFF holds key strategic partnerships with VMware, NetApp, Microsoft, Riverbed, Splunk and many System Integrators. NFF is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company and has been ranked in Inc. Magazine's 500/5000 Fastest Growing Companies list since 2007.
We offer expert solutions relevant to: Network Infrastructures, Data Center & Cloud, Network & Endpoint Security, Application Assurance, Collaboration & Mobility and Staff Augmentation.
About this Position / Responsibilities
NFF is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Audio/Visual Solutions manager to oversee and manage all large venue audio visual (AV) implementations, conference room installations, as well as classroom A/V installations across the DC district. This role involves the end-to-end management of projects related to the design, purchasing, deployment, installation, and support of AV systems in large spaces such as gyms and auditoriums, Interactive Whiteboard installations across schools, as well as conference room installations.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Project Management - Lead and manage AV implementation projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Coordinate between all stakeholders related to each project.
- Solutions Coordination and Design - Works with business stakeholders to confirm AV solution meets business requirements and can be successfully implemented. Utilizes technical AV integration experience to propose proper solutions for each stakeholder as well as designing uniform AV solutions designs that can be implemented across the district.
- Purchasing and Procurement - Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to procure AV equipment and services, ensuring compliance with district procurement policies.
- Deployment and Installation - Oversee the deployment and installation of AV systems, working closely with installation teams to ensure high-quality and timely execution. Assist with the design of AV solutions for each location ensuring a uniform deployment of technology across all school sites
Documentation - Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and post-implementation reviews.
Contractor Management – Manage AV Integrators and vendors that will carry out the build of materials and installations of AV solutions selected for each space.
Qualifications
Technical experience in implementing AV and Teleconference systems, including but not limited to:
Wired/wireless microphones and sound amplification systems
Audio mixing systems
AV Control panels and video switching systems
Enterprise grade teleconference technologies and systems
Large venue projection and displays
Interactive display technologies
Audio/Video transmission technology
Bachelor's degree and five to ten years of related work experience.
Previous exposure to or experience in the education sector a plus.
Advanced Excel experience creating pivot tables and other advanced operations.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, and Visio
Ability to develop project timelines, and to provide status reporting, cost tracking, and project presentations to management and stakeholders; and obsessive attention to detail and accuracy of information.
Ability to have a customer focus and view the project from the big picture/customer experience within the different internal business units, internal users, vendors, and senior management; and experience with the deployment and usage of monitoring systems.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Required 11 years’ experience managing AV integration/implementation projects
- Required 11 years’ experience designing and installing AV solutions for multiple venues
- Required 11 years’ experience supporting AV technology implementations
- Required 11 years’ experience with project planning software or developing detailed project plans
Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience
NFF Disclosures
NFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees:
- Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
- STD, LTD, Supplemental Life insurance and AD&D
- Comprehensive 401k plan
- Paid Time Off
- 10 paid holidays
NFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
