Lead Installer/Site Supervisor at Electrosonic · Dartford

About Electrosonic

At Electrosonic we are on a mission. A mission to design, build and support innovative technology solutions that create experiences for people to live, work and play. We're looking for dedicated, game changing, team players to drive the future of the Electrosonic. Think you have what it takes? Read on...

1. Do you have a thorough understanding of first and second fix AV installations, commissioning and programming to final handover stage?
2. Have you led teams within a construction environment?
3. Have you trained juniors and apprentices?

If you have answered "yes" to these questions, please keep reading to hear more about an exciting new opportunity at Electrosonic.

The Position:

With a position at Electrosonic, you join a team that provides cutting-edge solutions for world-class projects. Electrosonic is made up of passionate, super-smart, energetic people, who will challenge and inspire you every day. Do you want to be part of something exciting and unique? Then please join us!

We are currently looking for a Lead Installer/ Site Supervisor in our UK office, 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 Electrosonic Quality Procedures – evident through successful audits. As Senior Installer/ Site Supervisor, you will ensure the Client and Project Manager are kept fully informed about progress, status, risks and issues onsite.

What you will be doing

Lead AV installation activities through to project completion, providing clear direction to Electrosonic 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 direction 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.
• Demonstrable experience in production, wiring methods, and AV or M&E installation supervision.
• Background in AV, electrical, electronic, or construction contracting industries preferred.
• Holds relevant Health & Safety certifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH, CITB) and demonstrates a commitment to safe site practices.

Company Description:

Electrosonic is an international audiovisual and technology services company that designs, builds, and supports innovative solutions creating lasting experiences where people live, work and play.

Founded in 1964, Electrosonic has been recognised for its superior and unsurpassed technology master planning and system integration. With unique global capability, we deliver highly complex world-class projects, conference room technology, and executive briefing centers across a multitude of sectors including financial services, professional business, entertainment - theme parks, museums and visitor centers, gaming and hospitality, technology and media, energy and utilities.

Electrosonic provides a comprehensive scope of technical and professional services with expertise in ICT and Network Infrastructure, Security, Surveillance and Access Control, Audio, Video and Control Systems, Acoustics.

Electrosonic is where imagination comes to life.