Audio Visual Lead Installer & Site Supervisor
We are currently looking for a Lead Installer/ Site Supervisor based at our client's UK office in Dartford.
In this role, you will achieve an exemplary record for health and safety for all activities onsite and ensure Installation, Commissioning and Onsite Programming activities are completed On Time, on budget and to the clients overall satisfaction. All work must be carried out in accordance with our clients' Quality Procedures evident through successful audits. As Senior Installer/ Site Supervisor, you will ensure the End Client and Project Manager are kept fully informed about progress, status, risks and issues on-site.
What you will be doing
Lead AV installation activities through to project completion, providing clear direction to installation personnel and contractors to ensure delivery to specification and schedule.
Supervise on-site teams, ensuring compliance with project plans, company standards, and safety requirements.
Work from technical drawings, schematics, and site plans to execute and oversee high-quality AV installations and commissioning.
Effectively manage BIW (electronic collaboration tools), project plans, and documentation to support clear, timely communication across stakeholders.
Liaise closely with Project Engineers, Project Managers, clients, main contractors, and trades to coordinate technical aspects and resolve on-site challenges.
Maintain flexibility in responding to project changes, escalating variations to the Project Manager for proper evaluation and cost control.
Proactively plan and coordinate the delivery of materials and equipment to meet on-site demand.
Track and report on commissioning milestones, site status, and potential risks to support timely decision-making.
Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost control to help prevent project overruns.
Drive improvements to working practices and provide constructive feedback to Project Engineers and Managers throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead on-site health and safety practices by preparing and delivering Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and Toolbox Talks, ensuring full compliance with company policies and legal standards.
Conduct site surveys to support risk management and contribute to accurate project quotations.
Person Specification
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative, while confidently leading teams within a construction site environment.
Proven capability to manage on-site activities to meet specifications, deadlines, and budgeted hours.
Displays a proactive mindset with strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate others on-site.
Highly organised and adaptable, able to manage a range of tasks and shifting priorities throughout the working day.
Excellent communication skills with proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Outlook, Word, and electronic collaboration tools such as BIW (or equivalents).
In-depth knowledge of 1st and 2nd fix AV installations, including commissioning, programming, and handover.
Able to follow directions from engineers and managers while also applying lateral thinking to provide practical engineering solutions and make sound decisions independently.
Confident in interpreting schematics, terminating sheets, site plans, and projector drawings.
Strong mechanical skills with the ability to demonstrate and promote best practices on site.
Resilient and flexible, able to respond effectively to varied and changing site conditions or project demands.
Able to prioritise tasks effectively and perform well under pressure.
Holds a clean, full UK driving licence and is willing to travel and work away from home as required.
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