OUR COMPANY:
EOS IT Solutions is a Global Technology and Logistics company, providing Collaboration and Business IT Support services to some of the world’s largest industry leaders, delivering forward-thinking solutions based on multi-domain architecture. Customer satisfaction and commitment to superior quality of service are our top business priorities, along with investing in and supporting our partners and employees.
We are a true International IT provider and are proud to deliver our services through global simplicity with trusted transparency.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Lead Deployment Operations Manager is responsible for leading the EMEA & APAC delivery of collaboration technology initiatives, including new builds, retrofits, and decommissioning projects. This role oversees two teams of AV Project managers, supporting AV and collaboration solutions. Reporting directly to the Global Service Delivery Manager, this position ensures consistent execution of projects across all regions, driving quality, efficiency, and alignment with organizational standards.
The Lead Deployment Operations Manager will manage a diverse portfolio of projects from initiation through completion, ensuring deliverables meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements. This role requires strong leadership to guide regional teams, foster collaboration, and maintain accountability for service delivery performance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership and Team Management
- Lead regional collaboration service delivery projects, including planning, execution, and post-deployment reviews for new builds, retrofits, and decommissioning initiatives.
- Direct and mentor project manages, ensuring alignment with global standards and objectives.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture across geographically dispersed teams, emphasizing operational excellence and accountability.
- Attract and retain talent for the organization through ongoing investment in our people and their career development.
- Develop career growth plans, provide coaching, and ensure professional development opportunities for team members.
- Set clear performance objectives, conduct regular evaluations, and drive accountability to meet service delivery and governance standards.
Operational Oversight
- Implement the Managed Services strategy set out by the business.
- Develop and maintain global project plans, ensuring timely delivery within budget and resource constraints.
- Provide regular status updates to stakeholders, proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with engineering, operations, and design teams to ensure seamless project execution.
- Escalate critical issues to senior leadership as needed and drive resolution to maintain project success.
- Develop plans and strategies to improve performance, reliability, and operational cost-effectiveness.
- Demonstrate integrity without compromise, respect, commitment to service excellence, collaboration & agility.
Service Governance and Operational Excellence
- Monitor and report on KPIs and operational metrics, such as system uptime, incident resolution times, and client satisfaction, to maintain service quality and transparency.
- Conduct regular governance reviews, audits, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate operational risks, ensuring continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Champion a culture of operational excellence by leveraging data-driven insights, process optimization, and automation to enhance efficiency and scalability.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the portfolio, ensuring EOS delivers investment value for our clients.
- Lead transformation initiatives leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, and automation to modernize service operations.
Client Relationship and Contract Management
- Oversee management of client contracts, ensuring alignment with service scope, pricing, and performance obligations.
- Monitor contract performance, including adherence to SLAs, deliverables, and milestones, and address any discrepancies or escalations promptly.
- Develop and maintain client relationships, service management, and contract management.
- Responsible for service governance including adherence to SLA/KPIs.
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual reviews with project managers.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
- 5+ years of project management experience in an AV construction, technical, or AV/collaboration environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; PMP or equivalent certification.
- Proven track record of delivering complex, global projects on time and within budget.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing globally dispersed teams.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills across global teams.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business needs in a fast-paced environment.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
- Track record in ensuring efficient service delivery exceeds customer expectations.
- Proven leader with experience presenting to executive-level client stakeholders.
- Experience developing and implementing strategic plans for AV managed services, aligning with organizational or client goals.
- Expertise in managing client relationships, including contract negotiations, service renewals, and upselling additional services.
- Strong storytelling and communication skills to influence all organizational levels.
- Familiarity with forecasting, budgeting, and reporting on KPIs such as service uptime, client retention, and revenue growth.
- Experience driving operational excellence through process optimization, automation, and adoption of new technologies.
- Strong experience in developing teams and implementing effective performance management mechanisms.
- Ability to demonstrate high levels of integrity and manage sensitive and confidential information.
- Self-motivated and able to take responsibility in an autonomous environment.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong influencing, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
DESIRABLE CRITERIA:
- Technical expertise in Audio visual Systems, including video conferencing systems (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex), digital signage, projection systems, audio systems, and control systems (Crestron, AMX, Extron).
- Familiarity with AV-over-IP solutions, unified communications, and integration with IT infrastructure.
- ITIL Certification v4 or higher.
- Proven track record of applying Six Sigma or Lean methodologies to improve IT service processes, reduce operational costs, and enhance service quality.
- Experience with emerging technologies such as AI, automation, or DevOps practices to enhance service delivery.
EOS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We invite you to consider opportunities at EOS regardless of your gender; gender identity; gender reassignment; age; religious or similar philosophical belief; race; national origin; political opinion; sexual orientation; disability; marital or civil partnership status or other non-merit factor.
