• Conferencing EVC Tech Lead

    Abbott (Abbott Park, IL)


    Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

     

    Working at Abbott

     

    At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

     

    + Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .

    + Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

    + An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

    + Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

    + A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

    + A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

     

    The Opportunity

     

    We are seeking a **Conferencing EVC Tech Lead** to oversee executive AV operations and lead complex technology deployments across Abbott. This role is critical in ensuring seamless conferencing experiences in executive spaces while driving innovation and compliance with corporate standards.

    What You’ll Work On

    + Plan and manage operational and administrative activities for Executive AV.

    + Lead large-scale technology deployments for conference room management.

    + Act as the primary liaison with Facilities and Project Teams for site remodels and new builds.

    + Evaluate and contribute to future-state desktop and AV technology strategies.

    + Conduct risk-based planning sessions and proactively mitigate potential risks.

    + Ensure compliance with corporate and divisional policies, identifying process improvements.

    + Provide accurate reporting, metrics, and project updates.

    + Champion change and innovation with a global perspective.

    + Manage AV equipment implementation, troubleshooting, and vendor escalations.

    + Oversee integration of Abbott-standard AV and unified communication tools (MS Teams, Cisco).

    + Coordinate internal and external resources to deliver projects on time and within budget.

    + Maintain firmware updates, documentation, and regular maintenance cadence for executive spaces.

    Required Qualifications

    + Minimum 7–10 years of IT experience, including 5+ years in AV.

    + Strong technical, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills.

    + Expertise with Cisco Control Hub, Cisco Call Manager, MS Teams Admin, and unified communication systems.

    + Experience with MS Teams and Cisco interoperability.

    + Proven leadership and organizational abilities.

    + Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

    + Ability to interpret technical needs and deliver effective solutions.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, MIS, or related field.

    + Experience in FDA-regulated environments.

    + Familiarity with risk-based planning and project management best practices.

    + Strong vendor management and stakeholder engagement skills.

    **Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:** www.abbottbenefits.com

     

    Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

     

    Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

     

    The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

    An Equal Opportunity Employer

     

    Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

     

    We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

     

    To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email [email protected]