Rafferty Resourcing

Role: AV Project Manager Location: Hybrid - Sheffield Head Office with UK-Wide Travel Salary: £55,000 Type: Permanent, Full-Time We are recruiting an AV Project Manager on behalf of an ambitious and growing AV business that genuinely values its people. The company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality solutions while maintaining a supportive, collaborative culture where individuals are trusted, respected, and given the opportunity to grow. The business is expanding steadily and is investing heavily in both its technology and its team. This role offers the chance to work on major new build and refurbishment projects, delivering innovative AV systems for a wide range of clients across the UK. The role is hybrid, with time spent working from the Sheffield head office, visiting project sites across the UK, and collaborating with internal teams. The Role As an AV Project Manager, you will take full ownership of projects from handover through to completion, ensuring solutions are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards. You will work closely with the Commercial, Design, Engineering, and Support teams, as well as with main contractors, consultants, and client stakeholders, to ensure every project is carefully planned and delivered successfully. This role is particularly focused on new build and major refurbishment environments, where strong coordination, communication, and technical understanding are essential. The company is looking for a confident and experienced AV Project Manager who enjoys working in a fast-moving environment and takes pride in delivering projects that exceed client expectations. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of AV projects following commercial handover, managing delivery through to completion Develop clear project plans, timelines, and milestones in collaboration with clients and contractors Coordinate internal engineering and installation teams to ensure projects are properly resourced Work closely with procurement and stock teams to ensure equipment is ordered and delivered in line with project schedules Attend project kick off meetings and conduct regular site visits to monitor installation progress Oversee quality control, commissioning readiness, and final client handover including documentation and training Manage project budgets, variations, risks, and change requests throughout the lifecycle of each project Maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and consultants Motivate and support installation teams while resolving any technical or logistical challenges that arise Provide clear and consistent project reporting to internal stakeholders The Person Proven experience working as an AV Project Manager within the professional AV industry Strong technical understanding of AV systems including video distribution, projection, control systems, DSP, audio systems, large format displays, lighting integration, and building systems Experience managing new build or large refurbishment AV projects Strong ability to manage budgets, timelines, risks, and project changes Excellent communication skills with the ability to work confidently with both technical teams and client stakeholders Organised, detail focused, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously Experience working with project or design tools such as AutoCAD or Visio would be beneficial Familiarity with AVIXA standards and certifications (CTS, CTS D, CTS I) would be advantageous Experience using platforms such as Salesforce is helpful but not essential Full UK driving licence Why Join? This is a business that is growing for the right reasons. The leadership team believes that great projects start with great people, and they have built a culture where employees are supported, trusted, and encouraged to develop their careers. You will be joining a team that works collaboratively, celebrates success, and takes real pride in delivering exceptional AV projects. If you are an experienced AV Project Manager looking for a role where you can make a real impact within a forward thinking and people focused company, this opportunity is well worth exploring.