Sr. AV Project Manager

We are seeking a Senior AV Manager to work on a team at our client site in Ridgefield Park, NJ. This role is W2 hourly with Roth Staffing (Ledgent is a division of Roth), with all work taking place onsite. No 3rd party candidates will be considered.

Location: Flexible / Travel Required

Travel: Up to 50%

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior AV Manager to lead enterprise audiovisual consulting, system design, and project delivery. This role bridges business needs with technical execution and requires a strong client‑facing professional who can design complex AV environments, manage projects end‑to‑end, and support installations and executive users as needed.

The ideal candidate is comfortable presenting solutions to executive stakeholders, engineering advanced video conferencing systems, leading cross‑functional teams, and delivering white‑glove support in fast‑paced enterprise environments.

• Serve as the primary AV Subject Matter Expert (SME) for clients and internal partners
• Conduct needs assessments and recommend scalable AV solutions
• Present AV strategies and technologies to executive stakeholders
• Translate business requirements into technical AV designs
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and integration partners

• Design enterprise‑level AV systems including:
  • Video conferencing rooms (huddle, conference, boardroom, training)
  • Collaboration and multi‑purpose spaces
  • Digital signage and integrated AV environments
• Design systems with proper signal flow, network integration, DSP concepts, and control systems
• Ensure interoperability across conferencing platforms and room technologies
• Demonstrate deep expertise in:
  • Cisco video conferencing solutions (Room Series, codec platforms)
  • Poly video collaboration systems
  • Cisco Webex, Microsoft Teams, Zoom

• Lead AV projects from concept through completion
• Manage internal technicians and third‑party AV integrators
• Develop project timelines, milestones, and resource plans
• Coordinate with IT, network, facilities, and construction teams
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
• Proactively identify risks and resolve technical challenges

Bill of Materials (BoM) & Commercial Review

• Develop detailed Bills of Materials aligned with design intent and budget
• Review vendor quotes for technical accuracy and scope alignment
• Validate partner invoices against approved scope and pricing
• Support procurement and cost‑optimization efforts

Scope Documentation & Reporting

• Define and communicate project scope to clients and integrators
• Produce technical documentation, system diagrams, and as‑built drawings
• Prepare project closeout documentation and client sign‑off materials
• Maintain organized documentation for audit and service continuity

Operational & Strategic Contribution

• Establish AV standards and best practices
• Recommend lifecycle upgrades and AV technology roadmaps
• Stay current with emerging AV and collaboration technologies
• Support business development with technical consultation

• Oversee and assist with AV installations and commissioning
• Perform system testing, validation, and user acceptance support
• Provide advanced troubleshooting for AV and video conferencing systems
• Deliver end‑user training and ongoing support
• Provide white‑glove executive support when required

• Bachelor's degree in Network, Telecommunications, Audio/Visual, or related field
• Strong experience in enterprise AV system design, integration, and deployment
• Solid understanding of IP‑based AV, networking fundamentals, and UC platforms
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives, engineers, and technicians
• Strong documentation, reporting, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Ability to lift 10‑40 lbs and perform hands‑on installation support as needed

• 7+ years of experience in AV system design, integration, and project management
• Experience managing…