Production Team Technical Manager

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Why Solotech?

To take your career to the next level! As a global leader in live productions, systems integration and virtual technology , our team is comprised of more than 2,000 passionate individuals.

Our ambition? To deliver spectacular experiences worldwide. Find out more at : www. solotech .com

The Production Team Technical Manager will be responsible for planning and coordinating the inventory, labor and transportation needs for the smooth operations of the rental projects.

Creating strong client relationships for all projects managed.

Your day will look like this :

• Work with sales team to evaluate client needs for given project.
• Advise management regarding new technology and custom design according to client needs.
• Create list of material for the project scope; work with internal teams to input all data or suitable substitutions into Solotech inventory systems.
• Utilize R2 and power bi to assist sales representative on financial data and quoting process.
• Coordinate with internal teams, coordination, transport, customs with paperwork, equipment specifications, drawings and calculations.
• Oversee team assigned to the event by handling scheduling and assignment of duties of the employees, crew, and equipment.
• Manage the budget of the project including any changes.
• Work with the R&D team evaluating projects, new products and company technologies.
• Advise sales teams and management on 360 projects.
• Process purchasing as required, working with procurement and finance as needed.
• Work closely with internal and external clients giving a high-level of customer service.
• Ensure health and safety on the sites via training and awareness.
• Follow job from inception to completion including post job summaries.
• Execute all other related tasks necessary to fulfil this position.
• Assisting with Solotech internal operations when needed.

Your profile :

• High school degree or GED.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience as project manager.
• 10 years’ experience in live events with sound, lighting, rigging, video, and audio.
• Thorough technical knowledge of the audiovisual sector (audio, sound, lighting, rigging and video).
• Basic knowledge of drawing software; Vectorworks and / or AutoCAD.
• Proficient in Office365.
• Able to travel frequently overnight to go to clients and events’ sites.
• Able to work according to a flexible schedule.
• Availability during the days, evenings and weekends and statutory holidays depending on the ongoing project.
• Ability to manage people.
• Strong capacity to work with schedules and manage stress.
• Good analysis skills.
• Show thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Highly developed organizational skills.
• Strong inter-personal and relationship skills.
• Highly developed listening skills.
• Strong customer-oriented skills.
• Easily adapt to change.

Physical Requirements :

This is not an all-inclusive list but is intended to give an overview of the requirements for this position. Reasonable accommodation will be provided under appropriate circumstances and in accordance with applicable law.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to :

• Continually : Sit, walk, speak, and hear.
• Continually : Type, write, and read.
• Occasionally : Stand, carry, reach, lift and push up to 50 lbs.

Work Requirements :

• Time will be spent in an office setting.
• Time will be spent on event sites.
• Environment may be fast paced.
• Valid Driver’s License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets company driving standards.

Our offer to you :

• Competitive compensation and group insurance plan.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Skills development activities and opportunities for career advancement.
• Work environment conducive to personal health and well-being.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time off & referral program.

Solotech is an equal opportunity employer. EOE / M / F / D / V

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