IMAX is not your everyday entertainment experience. With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, our employees and their careers have constantly gone beyond the ordinary at IMAX. We combine proprietary technology with industry-leading knowledge and relationships with top studios and filmmakers to create theatrical experiences that take audiences beyond the edge of their seats to a world they never imagined. IMAX has revolutionized the way people experience movies and continues to push the boundaries of entertainment experiences beyond blockbusters and into exciting new directions.
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Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Installation Coordinator to join our team. This role involves planning resources, monitoring and supporting IMAX Theatre Systems installation operations. The successful candidate will coordinate a global team of installation technicians, ensure timely project execution, optimize processes, and support innovation initiatives to drive our company’s growth and success.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Execute and support strategic innovation projects, contributing to the success of new product and technology deployments and R&D initiatives in the Giant Cinema Audio Visual industry
- Coordinate 26 installation contractors to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines.
- Monitor and report on on-site project activities for over 140 global cinema system installations annually.
- Track, resolve, and report on technical issues related to system installations, identifying and addressing trends and ongoing problems.
- Support the successful execution of system installations on time and within budget, focusing on reducing overtime costs and improving quality metrics.
- Plan resources, budgets, and schedules to meet project demands effectively.
- Develop and monitor training materials to promote high performance field operations
- Schedule IMAX installation technical support supervisors, including overseeing 24/7 coverage for weekend on-call duties.
- Provide support and assistance to department leaders as needed.
What We’re Looking For
- Degree or diploma in Technology Operations, Project Management or related field preferred
- 3+ years of proven work experience as Operations Coordinator, Technology deployment supervisor or similar role in a fast-paced technology development environment including integration and deployment of automated systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical product requirements, schematics, architectural, mechanical and electrical engineering drawings is an asset
- Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management, budgeting, planning, scheduling, and forecasting
- Familiarity with business and financial principles
- Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills, with the ability to monitor and report on technical metrics effectively
- Demonstrated leadership ability and experience coordinating technical operations staff and working with product engineers
- Outstanding organizational skills with a keen attention to detail
At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.
For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
