Project Designer I

Project Designer I

Cenero LLC

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, Maryland, Columbia

7175 Columbia Gateway Drive (Show on map)

Jun 10, 2025

Description

Cenero employees are truly empowered to innovate at every level, in every function. We hire high energy activators, that aren't afraid to leverage their passion and expertise. And we're agile, which means you can make a difference with your career, while learning, growing and having fun!

Opportunity Summary

The Project Designer I is a customer facing position responsible for all aspects of pre-sales design activities including material specification, labor estimation, and scope writing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for interfacing with the Cenero sales team, and our customers, to develop a scope of work for AV services to be rendered

Develop specifications for all materials and labor required to deliver the scope of work

Collaborate with other Cenero teams to incorporate managed services as required

Collaborate with other Cenero teams to develop subcontractor or special material pricing as needed

Understand anticipated base building requirements in the AV scope, and communicate those to other members of the project team and customer as needed

Collaborate with the sales team to identify and execute strategies to add value to the customer conversations, and to develop lasting stable relationships with our customers

Respond to industry standard bid documentation as needed.

Attend applicable meetings, visit customer sites & conduct site surveys to gather necessary information

Professionally represent Cenero to the customer and other project contacts and manage the customer's expectations

Stay informed of technology trends in the AV industry

Contribute to departmental and best practices and procedure documentation and adherence.

Complete design and engineering efforts for $3M+ of revenue yearly

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience and/or Education

Applicants should have a 2 or 4 year college degree in a technical field

Applicant must have 2 plus years of related AV experience

Applicant must have knowledge of AV fundamentals and ICIA best practices

CTS certification is preferred

CTS-D is a plus

Manufacturing certifications are a plus

Experience with installing or supporting AV equipment is a plus

Skills

Applicant must have efficient excel skills

Applicant must have sound technical writing ability

Experience reading and understanding signal flow and architectural system drawings

In-depth understanding of acoustics, electrical wiring and control systems is required with a working knowledge of related products and test equipment. Must also have experience with the installation and use of such equipment.

Experience designing, configuring, and troubleshooting advanced video and audio over IP systems and other network-based AV technologies

Ability to multi-task and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner

Applicant must be able to handle the pressure of deadlines on a regular basis

Physical Demands

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this job

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard; and talk or hear

Required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms

Required to use tools with sharp blades and power equipment

Must be willing to travel as needed

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Transparency

The salary range for a Project Designer I can range from $68,750 to $79,500 per year. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range. Individual pay is determined by different factors, including work experience, geographic location, job-related skills, education level, position specific certifications, and additional trainings completed.

Benefits and Perks

Industry-leading healthcare coverage begins on your first day of employment

There is no 90-day waiting period for your benefits to start

Benefits includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

Numerous opportunities for professional growth, and career advancement

Savings and 401K Investments with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Dependent Care Spending Account (DCA)

100% Company paid Life insurance

100% Company paid Short-Term Disability

Optional Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off awarded at hire

On-site gym, weight room, locker room

Giving Programs

Employee Tuition Reimbursement

Opportunities to network and connect

Lucrative Employee Referral program

Delicious Free coffee

Warm Philly soft pretzels every Wednesday in Malvern

COMPANY INFORMATION

Cenero employees are truly empowered to innovate at every level, in every function. We hire high-energy activators, that aren't afraid to leverage their passion and expertise. And we're agile, which means you can make a difference with your career, while learning, growing, and having fun!

Since 1999, Cenero has offered a range of Audio-Visual solutions that improve communication, drive productivity, and empower collaboration. Our suite of solutions includes systems design, fabrication, installation, and managed services, which fits in perfectly with Ricoh's portfolio of digital workplace solutions. Our corporate revenue growth has averaged 30% year over year for the past 6 years. We are growing rapidly, and our recent acquisition by Ricoh in October 2022 has accelerated our growth. We have a new headquarters building in Malvern, PA, plus 4 other U.S. offices. ( York, Baltimore/Washington DC, Charlotte, and Dallas)

Our Constant Connect solution is a suite of managed services that assures technology readiness for all collaboration spaces. The suite includes:

Proactive Managed Services identify and solve issues before meetings even start

UC Proactive Managed Services monitors rooms and UC platforms like Teams and Zoom to keep spaces fully functional

Reactive Managed Services provide immediate assistance for all tech issues

An Analytics Dashboard provides detailed data for more informed business planning

AV Staffing Services provide on-site support of complex AV technology

At Cenero, we have a vibrant corporate culture which focuses on work/life balance. Cenero has won numerous awards including Best Place to Work and Inc Magazine's List of the 5000 Fastest Growing Companies (both awards 4 times). You can choose from a broad selection of medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance options. You can contribute to your financial security with a Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with a company match. You can augment your education with tuition assistance programs. Enjoy paid vacation time and paid holidays annually. All of your benefits begin on Day One of employment.

Cenero provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Direct candidates only. HLH. No employment agencies or third-party resumes will be accepted.

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