Project Manager 1 - AV Systems

About the role

Encore Electric - Technology Solutions (TS) is hiring a Project Manager I to help deliver high-quality AV systems in active construction environments, new builds, major renovations, tenant spaces, board rooms, theaters and many other spaces where coordination and communication matter. If you’re organized, customer-focused, and want to grow quickly alongside a team that values safety, integrity, and people-first leadership, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

• Lead AV projects from kickoff through closeout: pre-planning, scope, schedule, budget, procurement, and customer communication
• Coordinate with GCs/CMs, designers/engineers, end users, IT teams, field crews, subs, and manufacturers
• Operate confidently inside typical construction administration workflows: submittals, RFIs, meeting minutes, trend logs, daily reports, change orders, closeout packages
• Manage schedule milestones and readiness: pre-planning, rough-in, trim, commissioning, programming coordination, and turnover
• Support technical alignment across AV ecosystems (e.g., QSC/Q-SYS, Crestron, Extron, DSP, control, video distribution, conferencing)
• Ensure clean closeout: as-builts, O&M manuals, training, warranties/registrations where applicable

Requirements

• 2-4 years of project coordination or PM experience in AV / low voltage / technology systems
• Experience working on large construction sites (commercial, healthcare, higher ed, K-12, entertainment venues, etc.) with multiple trades and active schedules
• Familiarity with construction administration practices: submittals, RFIs, COs, schedule of values, schedule coordination, closeout documentation
• Working knowledge of AV scopes: conferencing, displays, speakers, microphones, control systems, DSP, racks, patching, basic network concepts
• Strong organization, communication, and follow-through
• Highly Preferred: CTS/CTS-I/CTS-D, manufacturer certs, or willingness to pursue certifications
• Experience with AV manufacturers/programs (QSC, Crestron, Extron, etc.)
• Familiarity with tools like Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and project platforms (Procore, etc.)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee-matched 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee assistance program that includes counseling, legal, and financial advice
• Generous employee referral program
• Access to technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University, Encore’s in‑house training program
• Cell phone allowances
• Short‑term incentive program

Pay

$90,000 - $110,000 Depending on Experience