David McCrary
Houston,TX
Summary
An eighteen year veteran of the audiovisual systems integration business, with experience from a large system integrator with an international presence to a team of twelve, who constantly strives to excel in any project involved with. Seeking to further my career in the industry with a team of professionals requiring a detail oriented member, one who can both collaborate with a team and work independently, while maintaining high company standards. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Engineer
Conference Technologies, Inc.
Houston, TX
04.2023 - 04.2026
- Collaborated with clients and Design Consultants to assess needs and design customized technology solutions.
- Conducted site surveys to evaluate installation requirements and logistics for projects.
- Recommended improvements for design, based on further project analysis.
- Ensured all projects passed the CTI internal post-sale process prior to project initiation.
- Identified risks and implemented mitigation strategies, minimizing potential issues during the project lifecycle.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
- Stepped in as the liaison between the company and clients with ongoing opportunities during times of personnel transition and project reassignment.
- Member of the Venue Design Group SME Team.
Project Engineer/Estimator
MCA Communications
06.2018 - 01.2023
- Implemented centralized system for quoting, budgeting, and project proposals.
- Developed comprehensive site survey and needs analysis tool for pre-sales information gathering.
- Conducted site visits for AV and data integration jobs.
- Developed client relationships to increase recurring business.
- Designed, engineered, and estimated audiovisual, network, and unified communication systems.
- Improved internal standards for increased job profitability.
- Created and maintained unified database for vendor and distributor partner contacts.
- Assisted with purchasing and alternate sourcing of material in the midst of supply chain issues for multiple simultaneous jobs.
- Continually engaged with project team to ensure standards are met.
Design Engineer
iTech Solutions
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Assisted partner companies contracting iTech Solutions and later iTech account managers in design and estimation of integrated audiovisual solutions.
- Performed site analyses with account managers as needed to provide accurate estimation of bill of materials, time and travel required, and overall project cost.
- Developed and implemented standard system drawing package for projects from submittals to as-built documentation.
- Responded to RFPs and bids.
- Initiate standards for iTech installations relating to products used and installation practices.
- Improved overall flow of iTech process from initial opportunity to commissioning of finished systems by implementing system of checks and balances to close previous gaps.
- Worked one-on-one with iTech president to transition iTech from service-only subcontractor to full-service audiovisual systems integrator by developing estimation standards and guidelines.
- Provided end-user training as needed.
Account Manager/Systems Integration Specialist
Industrial Audio/Video, Inc
07.2010 - 10.2013
- Developed new, and maintain existing client relationships.
- Consulted with clients to determine viable solution to their specific communication challenges.
- Designed audiovisual systems based on specific needs of client.
Account Manager/Outside Sales
Ford Audio-Video, Inc
06.2008 - 07.2010
- Actively prospect and develop new client relationships.
- Develop customized and professional scope of work based on specific needs of client.
- Meet with client’s key decision makers to present proposal and sell engineered audio, video and lighting solution.
Education
BA - Communications/Media Production, Corporate Communications
University of Houston
Houston, TX2004
Skills
- Budget Development
- Planning Leadership
- Project Bidding
- Project Scope and Requirements
- Document Management
- Engineering Design
- Purchasing and Procurement
- Sales Presentation
- Project Drawings
- Client Relations
- Design-Build
- New Business Opportunities
Certification
Extron School of Emerging Technologies 4K
Crestron DM Certified Designer
Audinate Dante Level-1 Certification
Biamp Cambridge Speech Privacy Essentials
Netgear Academy Networking Essentials
Cisco/Tandberg
Timeline
Project Engineer
Conference Technologies, Inc.
04.2023 - 04.2026
Project Engineer/Estimator
MCA Communications
06.2018 - 01.2023
Design Engineer
iTech Solutions
08.2014 - 05.2018
Account Manager/Systems Integration Specialist
Industrial Audio/Video, Inc
07.2010 - 10.2013
Account Manager/Outside Sales
Ford Audio-Video, Inc
06.2008 - 07.2010
BA - Communications/Media Production, Corporate Communications
University of Houston
References
References are available upon request.