Job Description
Lead AV Field Coordinator & Project Manager Company: CES+ CINEMA (CES Plus Inc.) Location:Miami, FL (on-site/field-based) Type: Full-Time Compensation: Up to $100,000/year Start Date: Immediate CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS: Immediate availability required. Must have valid U.S. work authorization — no sponsorship available. --- Position Overview The Lead AV Field Coordinator is the cornerstone of our on-site execution. Reporting directly to the CES+ Project Manager, this role is responsible for leading technical crews, ensuring the quality of low-voltage installations, and acting as the primary technical liaison between the field and management. Beyond execution, this person serves as a strategic technical partner for the sales team, assisting in job walks, material specification, and project scoping. Key Responsibilities 1. On-Site Leadership & Execution - Team Coordination: Supervise and motivate field technicians, assigning daily tasks and ensuring all activities are performed according to project requirements. Quality Control: Verify that all low-voltage installations, cabling, and equipment mounting meet CES+ standards and industry best practices. Timeline Management: Ensure each project phase is completed within the stipulated timeframe, providing daily progress updates to the Project Manager. Safety Compliance: Ensure the team follows all on-site safety protocols and maintains a professional work environment. 2. Stakeholder & Site Coordination - Primary Point of Contact: Represent the company in coordination meetings with General Contractors (GC), property owners, and other trades on-site. Logistics Management: Coordinate site access, material deliveries, and workspace availability to ensure seamless workflow. Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve technical or logistical roadblocks to keep projects on track. 3. Sales Support & Technical Specification - Pre-Sales Site Visits: Join the sales team for walkthroughs with prospective clients to evaluate site conditions and technical feasibility. Project Scoping: Determine required execution timelines, specialized tools, accessories, and materials (BOM) needed for successful project delivery. Infrastructure Assessment: Identify and communicate any pre-existing site conditions or requirements that must be addressed before the installation team arrives. 4. Project Management - Project Planning: Develop and maintain project schedules, coordinating timelines across multiple simultaneous installations to ensure on-time delivery. Budget Oversight: Track project costs, labor hours, and material expenses against approved budgets, flagging variances to leadership. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate project records including scope changes, daily logs, punch lists, and closeout documentation. Resource Allocation: Plan and assign crew members, tools, and equipment across active projects based on priority and availability. Client Communication: Serve as the primary project contact for clients, providing regular status updates and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle. Change Order Management: Evaluate scope changes, assess impact on timeline and budget, and coordinate approvals with stakeholders. Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination: Manage relationships with third-party vendors and subcontractors, ensuring deliverables align with project specifications and deadlines. Post-Project Review: Lead project closeout processes including final walkthroughs, client sign-offs, and lessons-learned documentation to drive continuous improvement. Preferred Qualifications (Plus, Not Required) - Industry certifications such as AVIXA CTS, CTS-I, or CTS-D. Safety certifications such as OSHA 10 or OSHA 30. Manufacturer-specific training (e.g., Crestron, Q-SYS, Extron, Biamp). We highly value battle-tested field experience and the ability to solve problems in real-time over formal titles. Requirements Core Requirements 5+ years of experience in AV/low-voltage field operations. 2+ years in a leadership or project management role. Hands-on experience with low-voltage cabling, equipment installation, rack building, and on-site coordination. 100% Bilingual (English and Spanish) — must communicate effectively with GCs, owners, and technical staff in both languages. Strong leadership, professional com