Specialist, Project

Description:
**WHO WE ARE**

AVI-SPL is a digital enablement solutions provider who transforms how people and technology connect to elevate experiences, create new value, and enable organizations to thrive and grow. We are the largest provider of collaboration technology solutions, which include our award-winning managed services.

Our highly certified industry experts and innovation leaders share a vision to help people work smarter and live better. We believe that success starts with a sound team and that an inclusive and diverse workplace moves us all forward.

**WHAT YOU’LL DO**

As a Project Specialist, you will design, specify and manage the installation of integrated systems. You will be responsible for the technical oversight of a project from award through installation and completion. You will also identify special requirements for the projects, including but not limited to: test equipment, specialized tools, and rigging support. In addition, you will provide technical oversight on commissioning of systems both in-house and on-site.

**Day-To-Day Responsibilities**:

- Review project Scope of Work (SOW) to ensure quality and completeness
- Develop engineering and architectural (RCP/Floor Plan) drawings, calculations, acoustical modeling as needed
- Review hour estimation for work based on needs analysis, scope of work and bid requirements
- Address technical or logístical impediments to delivering scope of work
- Test audio DSP or video processing systems software required for system functionality
- Meet with current/prospective vendors to help evaluate products
- Deliver weekly project updates for Project Manager
- Responsible for assisting the Project Manager in monitoring project budget and securing the necessary personnel for installation
- Test integrated systems and perform troubleshooting when needed
- Provide engineering and DSP system programming support to project installation team when needed
- Support Project Manager in project hand-off to the installation team when needed
- Provide Project Manager documented test results from system testing and commissioning
- Review project designs created by internal and external resources and submit to CAD department
- Review field and shop red-line drawings, revise shop drawings to “as-built’ status for submission to CAD department
- Communicate and engage with internal employees, clients and colleagues in a professional and timely manner
- Ability to travel to various job sites required

**WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR**

**Must-Haves**:

- Proven business writing skills
- Proficient with test and calibration equipment
- Support user acceptance testing
- Understand basic IP networking
- Ability to diagnose complex system problems
- Advanced computer skills as required for the design, configuration, and operation of AV equipment
- Ability to work and think independently and ensuring to meet deadlines
- Effective communication and interaction with employees, clients and colleagues
- Valid Driver’s License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets AVI-SPL driving standards

**Nice-To-Haves**:

- Formal education in Electronics or related field preferred
- Minimum two years of AV experience is preferred
- A four-year degree or military experience may be considered in place of job experience
- Experience with Enterprise VC solutions (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Blue jeans, Cisco Telepresence etc.) both hardware and software
- AVIXA General CTS (Certified Technical Specialist) is preferred

**WHY YOU’LL LIKE WORKING HERE**
- Medical benefits, including vision and dental
- Paid holidays, sick days, and personal days
- Enjoyable and dynamic company culture
- Training and professional development opportunities

**MORE ABOUT US**

At AVI-SPL Canada Ltd., we proudly boast our core values - build connections, be trailblazers, own it, do the right thing, thrive together. We rely on each other to deliver the best solution for our customers. We love what we do, and every member of our team is essential to our success.

We strive to create a work environment in which all individuals are treated fairly and with respect and have equal access to opportunities and resources.

In our commitment to building happier, more engaged, and productive workplaces, we will ensure that diversity, equality, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do.