Project Manager I

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Position Overview: Responsible for the planning and execution of Audio Visual (AV) conference room deployments within an assigned workstream. Oversees scheduling, hardware coordination, vendor engagement and milestone tracking to ensure timely and high‑quality delivery. Acts as a key liaison between regional leads, stakeholders and technical teams, supporting issue resolution, compliance efforts and risk mitigation throughout the deployment lifecycle.

What you will do as the Project Manager I:

• This role requires up to 50% travel.
• Schedule, coordinate and deliver AV deployment projects within assigned workstream (e.g., IW LCR, Hub LCR, GWS, Ad Hoc, or CO+I).
• Manage the ordering and tracking of AV hardware and components required for successful deployment within the designated scope.
• Establish and maintain a communication plan to keep stakeholders and team members informed of project status, risks and milestones.
• Track deadlines and manage contributors to ensure timely delivery of AV deployments within the assigned workstream.
• Support budget tracking and resource allocation for assigned AV projects in collaboration with regional and global leads.
• Collaborate with internal Microsoft business groups and approved third‑party AV vendors to execute project deliverables.
• Identify technical and security concerns specific to the workstream and elevate to appropriate teams for resolution.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to lock work into the schedule and ensure alignment with site readiness and business priorities.
• Validate scope, delivery expectations and key milestones for assigned AV deployment projects.
• Build and maintain detailed project plans that define requirements, constraints and success criteria for the workstream.
• Monitor risks and implement mitigation strategies in coordination with regional leads and stakeholders.
• Execute project plans and provide regular updates on progress, blockers and key milestones to regional leadership.
• Validate room readiness and installation quality against AV acceptance standards and punch list criteria.
• Apply project management best practices and methodologies relevant to AV deployment.

What you will bring to the team:

• 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in AV deployment (some AV experience required).
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills, with experience coordinating hardware orders, site readiness and vendor activities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to provide clear updates and manage expectations during deployment challenges.
• Experience working with third‑party AV vendors, integrators and internal business partners to deliver project outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and elevate blockers, resolve issues and collaborate with Regional Leads and Technical Leads for support and guidance.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and translate it into actionable guidance for stakeholders and team members.

Required Certifications:

• At least one industry certification, such as: CTS® (Certified Technology Specialist) – foundational AV industry certification from AVIXA.
• CTS‑D® (Design) or CTS‑I® (Installation) – advanced AV certifications for design and implementation roles.
• PMP® (Project Management Professional) or CAPM® (Certified associate in project management) – globally recognized project management certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Audio Visual meeting room deployment at scale.
• Skills and Competencies: Cross‑Functional Communication, Stakeholder Relationship Management.

Benefits: At Zones, we're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being and success of our team members. Your health is important to us, so we truly embrace hybrid working. Additional benefits include private medical insurance, with access to a range of wellness programs aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle. We believe that a healthy workforce is a productive workforce. Investing in your professional growth and development is a priority for us. Our benefits package includes opportunities for training and development, as we want to support you in reaching your career goals and unlocking your full potential. In addition to the core benefits outlined above, we offer a range of additional perks and benefits to enhance your experience as a valued member of our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information or pregnancy.