Project Manager

Zones is a global leader in providing end-to-end IT solutions, specializing in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. With over 35 years of experience as a Minority Business Enterprise, Zones operates in more than 120 countries and partners with top technology providers such as Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, and Adobe. The company is dedicated to delivering innovative IT infrastructures that transform business operations, ensuring clients can confidently "Consider IT Done."

Key Responsibilities

- Plan, schedule, and execute Audio Visual (AV) conference room deployments within assigned workstreams such as IW LCR, Hub LCR, GWS, Ad Hoc, or CO+I.
- Manage the ordering, tracking, and coordination of AV hardware and components necessary for successful project completion.
- Develop and maintain communication plans to keep stakeholders and team members informed about project status, risks, and milestones.
- Track deadlines and coordinate contributors to ensure timely delivery of AV deployments.
- Support budget monitoring and resource allocation in collaboration with regional and global leadership.
- Work closely with internal Microsoft business groups and approved third-party AV vendors to meet project deliverables.
- Identify technical and security issues related to the workstream and escalate them to appropriate teams for resolution.
- Coordinate scheduling with stakeholders to align deployments with site readiness and business priorities.
- Validate project scope, delivery expectations, and key milestones for assigned AV projects.
- Create and maintain detailed project plans outlining requirements, constraints, and success criteria.
- Monitor risks and implement mitigation strategies in partnership with regional leads and stakeholders.
- Provide regular progress updates, highlight blockers, and report key milestones to regional leadership.
- Verify room readiness and installation quality against AV acceptance standards and punch list criteria.
- Apply project management best practices, including scope, schedule, communications, risk, and stakeholder management.

Required Qualifications

- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in project management, with some exposure to AV deployment.
- Possession of at least one relevant industry certification such as:
- CTS® (Certified Technology Specialist) from AVIXA.
- CTS-D® (Design) or CTS-I® (Installation) certifications for advanced AV roles.
- PMP® (Project Management Professional) or CAPM® (Certified Associate in Project Management).
- Strong organizational and scheduling skills, including experience managing hardware orders, site readiness, and vendor coordination.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities, capable of providing clear updates and managing expectations.
- Experience collaborating with third-party AV vendors, integrators, and internal business partners.
- Proven ability to identify and escalate project blockers, resolve issues, and work effectively with Regional and Technical Leads.
- Ability to interpret technical documentation and translate it into actionable guidance for teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Experience with large-scale Audio Visual meeting room deployments is highly desirable.
- Strong skills in cross-functional communication and stakeholder relationship management.
- Work schedule is from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM Pacific Time.
- Zones offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, medical insurance, group term life and personal accident coverage, and a flexible leave policy to support work-life balance.
- The company fosters an inventive and collaborative culture, providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge IT innovation across various disciplines.
- Zones is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring fair consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

This role is ideal for a project manager with a solid foundation in AV deployment and a passion for delivering high-quality IT solutions within a dynamic global environment.