Deputy Project Leader

Piper Companies; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions in Manassas, VA is seeking a Deputy Project Leader to support employees on projects, create strategic plans and budgets, and develop comprehensive project plans. This on-site role requires expertise in technology systems integration and does not require initial clearance.

The position involves collaboration with design teams and customers on telecom and security projects with budgets ranging from hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars, and 25% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years with a telecommunications integrator or electrical contractor.
• Experience on telecom and electronic security projects from $500k to $10M.
• 4+ years in Federal Aviation, government airports, higher education, or information transit systems.
• Experience with Information Transport Systems.
• Proficiency with MS Office, CPM scheduling, AutoCAD.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% with valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with supervisors, owners, contractors, and design teams to resolve issues and ensure project execution.
• Understand Telecommunication Systems including Fiber Optic, Structured Cabling, CCTV, DAS, and related cabling.
• Coordinate procurement of materials and track tools, equipment, and resources with teams and warehouse.
• Facilitate day-to-day operations of a project or sub-section.
• Maintain deadlines for decisions, RFIs, and documentation of verbal agreements.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Project planning

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

CPM scheduling

Cost modeling

Resource planning

Vendor management

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is hiring a Deputy Project Leader to a leadership position. They will be responsible for supporting employees on particular projects, create strategic plans and budgets, develop a comprehensive project plan, dissect statistical data. This is a direct placement role on-site at Manassas Virginia. The Deputy Project Leader is expected to provide experience in technology systems integration. This position does not require a clearance to start. This is a great opportunity to join rapidly expanding cyber-physical solutions work in the NOVA region.

Responsibilities for the Deputy Project Leader:

• Collaborate with supervisors, owners, contractors, and design teams to resolve construction issues, streamline work processes, and ensure successful project execution.
• Have proficient understanding and knowledge of Telecommunication Systems including Fiber Optic & Structured Cabling, CCTV, OSP & ISP Copper, along with DAS.
• Coordinate the procurement of materials and collaborate with project teams and warehouse personnel to track tool, equipment, and resource requirements
• Facilitate and support day-to-day operations of a project or sub-section of a project
• Maintain awareness of project deadlines for decision-making, RFI submissions, and documentation of verbal discussions and agreements.

Required Qualifications for the Deputy Project Leader:

• 5+ years of experience working for a telecommunications integrator or electrical contractor, with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience working on telecommunications and electronic security projects ranging from $500,000 to $10 million.
• Experienced in reviewing construction documents, including contract drawings, specifications, addenda, change orders, RFIs, subcontracts, and submittals.
• Minimum 4+ years of experience & established knowledge in complex markets on projects specific to Federal Aviation, & Government Airports, Higher-Education, Information Transit Systems.
• Experience installing Information Transport Systems.
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, sophisticated project management tools, CPM scheduling, cost modeling, and AutoCAD software.
• Familiarity with design practices, tools, and concepts required to create detailed electrical and security system plans, schematics, and construction documents.
• Up to 25% travel required; must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a satisfactory driving record.
• Must have ability to obtain a TS/SCI.

Compensation for the Deputy Project Leader:

• Salary range: $100,000 - $130,000 *depending on experience*
• Comprehensive Benefits: health insurance, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401(k)/retirement plan, paid time off, and maternity/paternity leave.

This job opens for applications on 8/22/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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