Audio-Visual Project Engineer

Bluum • Full-time • Hybrid in Madison, Wisconsin, United States • 1d ago

Fast Facts

We are seeking an Audio-Visual Project Engineer to manage the lifecycle of AV solutions from client engagement to project delivery, utilizing strong project management and technical skills.

Responsibilities: Engage with clients to assess needs, design AV systems, manage project timelines and budgets, coordinate with internal and external teams, and ensure successful project delivery.

Skills: Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills, along with the ability to manage multiple projects and technical documentation effectively.

Qualifications: Exceptional ability to work under pressure, handle difficult situations, and read blueprints with a background in AV technologies preferred.

Location: This position is located in Madison, Wisconsin, USA and may require travel for on-site engagements.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $75,000 - $110,000.

This position is responsible for management of the complete lifecycle of audio-visual solutions from initial client engagement through project delivery. This hybrid role combines technical expertise of project management skills to sales engineering to design and implement AV systems that meet client requirements

Key Responsibilities

This will be ON SITE

Sales and Client Engagement, System Design
Conduct client needs analyses and assist the sales team with product selection and system recommendations.
Provide technical consultation and support to clients throughout the sales cycle.
Prepare and present completed proposals
Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Design and specify AV equipment and systems.
Develop detailed project scopes of work and equipment lists.
Prepare detailed Bills of Materials (BOM).
Perform site surveys and assess technical requirements.
Ensure designs meet client needs and are feasible and scalable.
Project Management
Manage project progress, timelines, and budgets using project management software.
Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, sales, delivery) and external partners (vendors, contractors, customers).
Identify and mitigate potential project risks.
Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to customer satisfaction. Facilitate project changes as needed.
Update project tracking and other internal measurable documents
Complete all forecasting, billing, and project closeout task as required for the project.
Other
Stay updated on AV technologies and industry trends.
Maintain detailed project documentation.
Provide basic systems training to customers as needed
Other duties as assigned or required to ensure successful project outcomes.

Qualifications:

Excellent organizational skills.
Exceptional time management and prioritization skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously.
Ability to communicate clearly in written and verbal form. Ability to write clear and timely emails.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision, while additionally demonstrating expertise in handling difficult or escalating situations in a calm and professional manner.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to read and mark-up blueprints of installation projects. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables