Technical Project Manager
QSC is creating exceptional, people-centric experiences with the perfect balance of technology and creativity. Q-SYS, our innovative full stack audio, video and control platform, unifies data, devices and a cloud-first architecture, empowering organizations to deliver transformative AV experiences across built spaces. Building on the QSC legacy, QSC Audio delivers audio technology that empowers live entertainers and sound reinforcement professionals with the confidence to create and deliver memorable experiences for their audiences.
Atrius, Distech Controls and QSC are part of the Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS) business segment. Our mission is to make spaces smarter, safer and greener through our strategy of connecting the edge with the cloud using disruptive technologies that leverage data interoperability.
Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.
We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.
Job Summary
The Project Manager will lead complex development programs involving firmware, software, electronics, and acoustics for QSC Pro Audio products. This role requires strong technical acumen and exceptional leadership skills to drive projects from concept through design, prototyping, full-scale testing, and delivery. The Project Manager will develop and execute comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with schedule, budget, and quality objectives while actively managing day-to-day operations. Acting as the primary liaison between program management, senior leadership, and various department representatives, this individual will monitor project status, expenditures, and forecasts, implementing corrective actions as needed to achieve on-time and on-budget results. They will identify and resolve project issues, balancing production, quality, and customer satisfaction goals, and establish mechanisms for progress tracking and escalation. Additionally, the Project Manager will provide critical inputs for strategic decisions that influence organizational outcomes and long-term success.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, ensuring schedule, budget, quality, and specification goals are achieved.
- Collaborate with management and project teams to align project objectives with broader business strategies.
- Oversee project timelines and milestones from initiation through delivery to meet commitments.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams—including software, hardware, quality, and test engineering—to prioritize tasks and deliver new or enhanced products and services.
- Provide leadership and clear communication of expectations to project team members and stakeholders, fostering alignment with company culture and setting high standards for performance, quality, and accountability.
- Identify and resolve project issues, implementing solutions to achieve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction goals.
- Prepare and present progress reports, proposals, and requirements documentation to internal and external stakeholders as needed.
- Participate in or lead segments of the Request for Proposal (RFP) process to support new business opportunities.
- Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and operating standards; interpret organizational guidelines as they apply to projects.
- Maintain compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Safeguard the confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Ensure all work complies with applicable laws, regulations, and safety standards.
Preferred Education (i.e. type of degree)
Skills and Minimum Experience Required
3+ years Program/Project Management or related work experience.
3+ years working with operating budgets, resources, and/or project financials.
3+ years of experience managing integrated software and hardware projects, preferred
3+ years of experience with project management tools such as dashboards, Gantt charts, etc.,preferred
3+ years of experience working in a large matrixed organization, preferred
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a solid understanding of project management principles, processes, and best practices, including planning, scheduling, and budget management. They must be able to organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads effectively to meet established milestones and financial targets while ensuring quality and compliance. Additionally, the candidate should possess the ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects from concept through completion; identify issues, analyze and interpret data, and develop solutions for complex, non-routine challenges; and apply strong analytical, communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills to drive success. The role requires someone who can work independently while providing leadership in a collaborative team environment, adapt to dynamic priorities, and commit to extended hours and travel as needed.
Physical Requirements
- Sedentary Work
Travel Requirements
- 1-20%
QSC. is owned by Acuity Inc., which is located in the United States. These companies share a global recruitment system on which the data you provide will be stored, and which will be subject to the laws of the United States of America.
The range for this position is $73,000 to $130,000. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on role. For a list of our benefits, click here.
We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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