Project Designer I

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.

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.

• 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. (New 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.