Level 3 Audiovisual · 10 hours ago
Project Foreman
Boise, ID
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expLevel 3 Audiovisual is seeking a Project Foreman to assist in managing enterprise grade projects and field installation teams. The role involves facilitating communication between various teams, overseeing project installations, and ensuring site readiness while maintaining safety and compliance.
AudioAudio/Visual EquipmentInformation ServicesVideo Conferencing
Hiring Manager
Lisa Hale
Responsibilities
Work with Safety Team to achieve 100% safety and compliance for Field Operations
Mentor and coach Lead and Field Technicians that may be lacking experience in specific areas
Read and interpret installation drawings and documentation (Signal flows, facilities diagrams, etc.)
Review engineering drawings prior to release for construction (AV9000 ER checklist)
Sit in and participate in kickoff/handoff meetings between engineering and operations
Conduct Site readiness surveys of existing structure and work with other project members or clients. Fully capable of documenting dimensions, ceiling type, wall, and structural information as well as electrical infrastructure
Demonstrated ability to interpret and articulate the needs analysis and SOW for the project
The ability to assist with a WBS and Gantt charts for scheduling project timelines when requested
Assist in maintaining and updating drawings based on field conditions and construction needs
Meet with fabrication technicians during and after fabrication as needed
Meet with Lead install technicians both in kick-off meetings and onsite to assist in organizing the work required to complete the project on time and within budget
Adjust and recommendations to technical resources on systems in staging and in the field in support of Shop staff, FE’s, and remote Programmers
Load control system files and test buttons as needed. Assist with control system updates and code by others as needed
Assist Lead install technicians in recognition of field install efficiencies and changes to the installation plan as needed to deliver 100% complete system with zero defects
Bring design flaws or hardware interoperability issues back to the Field Operations Manager, Project Manager and Build Engineer to be reviewed and revised as necessary
Work with the PM to order additional components required due to design oversight or unforeseen hardware operation
Work with FE’s to verify all systems are communicating and functioning as expected on-site, after field installation team has installed the system
Assist FE’s as needed in commissioning gain structure for all DSP’s using provided test equipment (calibrated talk box, SPL meters, etc.) and bring system up to meet performance specifications
Assist FE’s with final button press and validation of system operations and interfaces
Perform commissioning checklist (AV9000) prior to systems being released to client when required
Participate in 'postmortem' reviews with the project team to discuss successes and failures
Participate in handoffs to the Service department
Accurately track time to each project using provided web and mobile apps
Participate in departmental group meetings
Participate in vendor demonstrations and educational sessions when possible
Travel to both local and remote sites (within US) is required
Provide feedback to executive team and department managers on where improvements can be made to improve quality, reduce bottlenecks, and improve efficiency within the process
Assist Project Manager with leading the install crew whether L3AV techs or subcontractors
Overseeing multiple jobs over multiple locations may be required
Being the eyes and ears for the Project Manager and Field Operations Manager. Being able to make informed decisions on their behalf and communicating the results
Awareness and tracking of budget to actual hours for the Field Install team with the goal of helping them hit their targeted hours
Assisting in acquiring supplies or tools with a budget conscious focus to keep cost down and bring the projects in at or below cost
Track and manage own and others time and attendance when required
Assist in evaluations and tough conversations as needed with Field Operations team
Qualification
Required
Ability to meet necessary deadlines. Systems will need to be completely functional prior to being turned over to customers
Effective interaction between department teams and with customers. This role requires communication between multiple team members to understand the scope of the system operation
Attention to detail. Ability to bring systems to 100% completeness
Ability to follow process. AV9000 quality management checklists must be implemented on every system, every time
Problem solving and trouble shooting skills. It is expected that the FFOA can understand and spot a design flaw or construction miss and communicate concerns and/or solutions to the Project Manager or Field Operations Manager
Ability to read AV construction drawings, review for accuracy and redline/comment as necessary to assist in validating that drawings are 100% correct
IT network switch configuration and configuring IP settings on devices. Basic network troubleshooting
Proficient in working with the following software tools/products: Biamp, QSC, Crestron, AMX, Extron
Windows/Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel) proficient
Demonstrate a willingness and passion to learn new techniques and procedures
Read and write at or above a college level
Read and understand technical documentation (equipment manuals, installation guides, written procedures, and policies, etc.)
Must possess a valid Driver's License and be a safe and responsible driver
Must have the ability to pass a background check and maintain security clearance where required
5+ years industry experience with the tasks described herein preferred
L3 Installation Training – Review AV Documentation
L3 Installation Training – Networking Fundamentals
L3 Testing & Commissioning Training – Audio Testing
L3 Testing & Commissioning Training – Video Testing
Avixa CTS Certification
CTS-/I preferred
AQAV CQT
Audinate Level 1 and 2
Qsys Level 2
Biamp Tesira
AWP
OSHA 30
CPR/FIRST AID
FORKLIFT
Company
Level 3 Audiovisual
Since 1996, we've been a trusted partner who listens to your needs to transform your vision into reality, guiding you along the way in the design, engineering, integration and interoperability of AV/IT technology.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-01-19Acquired
Leadership Team
Brad Peterson
CEO
Jeremy Elsesser
President
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