Director Of Integration
Location: Hybrid Work (Parsippany, NJ)
Salary: $100,000 - $125,000
The Director of Integration provides leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for the AV Integration Department. This role manages a team of Project Managers responsible for delivering complex audiovisual installations in conference rooms, House of Worship venues, theaters, and auditoriums.
Type: Full-Time
Location: Hybrid Work (Parsippany, NJ)
Salary: $100,000 - $125,000
Role Overview
The Director of Integration provides leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for the AV Integration Department. This role manages a team of Project Managers responsible for delivering complex audiovisual installations in conference rooms, House of Worship venues, theaters, and auditoriums.
The Director ensures projects are completed on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards by driving process efficiency, team performance, and client satisfaction. As a senior leader, this position serves as a bridge between executive leadership, technical staff, and clients—aligning department goals with overall company strategy.
Company Description
Panavid is a full-service production, integration, and equipment rental company servicing everything from corporate events to live entertainment, broadcasts to house of worship installations, non-profit galas, brand experiences, and everything in between. We use the latest in audio, video, and lighting technology to transform ordinary spaces into immersive and impactful experiences.
We believe that shared experiences have the power to shape perception, forge meaningful connections, and create lasting impact. We’re a team of collaborators, creators, and problem-solvers that blend creativity with innovative AVL technology to craft custom solutions for live production and permanent installations. We’re not just providing technical solutions; we’re building trust, creating memories, and transforming ideas into moments that matter.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Department Leadership & Management
Lead, mentor, and evaluate a team of Project Managers and related staff.
Establish performance standards and provide coaching to ensure team success.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Strategic Planning & Process Development
Develop and implement best practices for project execution, resource allocation, and quality control.
Standardize workflows for estimating, scheduling, and reporting.
Drive efficiency through process improvements and technology adoption.
Oversight of Project Delivery
Monitor project pipelines, budgets, schedules, and risk factors.
Support Project Managers in resolving escalated technical or logistical challenges.
Ensure adherence to design specifications, safety standards, and industry best practices.
Financial Management
Manage departmental budgets, staffing allocations, and profitability targets.
Collaborate with sales and engineering teams on accurate project cost forecasting.
Review project financials to ensure healthy margins.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Maintain high-level relationships with key clients and partners.
Participate in major project kickoffs and closeout meetings.
Act as an escalation point for client issues that require senior-level intervention.
Talent Development & Recruitment
Identify staffing needs and assist in recruiting skilled Project Managers and technical staff.
Provide training opportunities to advance technical and leadership skills within the department.
Skills & Qualifications
Required:
5+ years of experience in audiovisual integration, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Proven track record of managing multiple Project Managers and large-scale AV projects.
Deep understanding of AV systems for conference rooms, worship venues, theaters, and auditoriums—including audio, video, lighting, and control technologies.
Strong leadership, organizational, and financial management skills.
Preferred:
Experience standardizing project delivery processes across multiple project types.
Familiarity with AV manufacturers such as Crestron, Extron, Biamp, Shure, QSC, Barco, and others.
Core Competencies
Strategic Leadership – Guides department vision and aligns it with company goals.
Operational Excellence – Builds efficient, scalable processes for project delivery.
Financial Acumen – Ensures departmental profitability and cost control.
Team Development – Inspires and grows high-performing project management staff.
Client Advocacy – Maintains a high standard of client care and satisfaction.
Work Environment
Primarily remote position with regular site visits for project oversight and client engagement.
Travel to key project locations as needed.
Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with diverse and high-profile projects.
Benefits
401K plan offered but not matched (Eligible in one year of hire)
Medical Insurance: a portion of the premium is covered by Panavid of the base plan with a buy up option at the cost of the employee (Eligible in 90 days of hire)
10K of Life insurance covered by Panavid
Basic Long-Term disability covered by Panavid
Dental insurance offered at employee expense
Vision Care offered at employee expense
5 Sick days paid in a calendar year (prorated to start date)
10 Vacation days paid in a calendar year (prorated to start date), (add a day for each year of employment to a max of 17 paid off days in a calendar year including sick time)
9 paid holidays in a calendar year
Pay every other week on the following Thursday
Paid phone and plan
At home office set up provided (laptop, monitors, keyboard, mouse, desk phone, camera & microphone)