Deputy Project Leader

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

M.C. Dean, Inc. is seeking a Deputy Project Leader for its Automation Systems Business Unit in the Tysons, Virginia area.

The role involves supporting the Project Leader across planning, coordination, and execution of automation projects spanning industrial controls, water/wastewater, power, cybersecurity, energy management, and building automation. The ideal candidate brings a strong automation background, excellent organization, and a desire to advance into project leadership, with

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Engineering (Preferred EE or Industry related degree) with 5+ years of experience.
• Experience on construction or software projects ranging from $250,000 to $3M.
• Experience on managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Leader in planning, coordinating, and executing automation systems projects.
• Collaborate with the project team to define project requirements, objectives, and deliverables.
• Contribute to the development of project plans, work breakdown structures, and schedules.
• Assist in monitoring project progress, identifying and addressing issues, and managing project risks and changes.

Skills

Project coordination

Team leadership

Communication/writing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering (EE/related)

5+ years experience

Tools

MS Office

Blue Beam

PDF

Primavera P6

ProPricer

Job description

Overview

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

M.C. Dean is a leading provider of electrical engineering and systems integration services, specializing in automation systems. We are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Deputy Project Leader to join our Automation Systems Business Unit. In this role, you will provide support to the Project Leader in overseeing and managing the successful execution of automation systems projects for our clients in various applications including industrial controls, water/wastewater, power controls and protection, cybersecurity, energy management, building automation, and transportation systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in automation systems, excellent organizational skills, and a desire to grow in a project leadership role

Responsibilities

Project Support:

• Assist the Project Leader in planning, coordinating, and executing automation systems projects.
• Collaborate with the project team to define project requirements, objectives, and deliverables.
• Contribute to the development of project plans, work breakdown structures, and schedules.
• Assist in monitoring project progress, identifying and addressing issues, and managing project risks and changes.

Team Coordination

• Support the Project Leader in coordinating and managing the project team, including engineers, technicians, and subcontractors.
• Assist in assigning tasks and ensuring timely completion of project deliverables.
• Foster a collaborative team environment, promoting effective communication and knowledge sharing.

Documenting and Reporting:

• Assist in maintaining project documentation, including project plans, reports, and correspondence.
• Support the preparation of project status updates, progress reports, and client communications.
• Contribute to the development of project presentations and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Quality Assurance and Compliance:

• Assist in ensuring that automation systems projects meet quality standards and comply with industry codes and regulations.
• Participate in inspections and audits to verify compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and project requirements.
• Contribute to the implementation and enforcement of quality control processes and procedures.

Budget and Resource Management:

• Support the Project Leader in managing project budgets, tracking expenses, and resource utilization.
• Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to coordinate the procurement of project materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Assist in monitoring project financials and identifying opportunities for cost optimization.

Automation Systems Knowledge:

• Develop a strong understanding of automation systems, PLC Based Control Systems, SCADA Systems, metering, motor control centers, and related technologies.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and standards in automation systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Engineering (Preferred EE or Industry related degree) with 5+ years of experience.
• Experience working on construction or software projects ranging from $250,000 to $3M.
• Experience on managing multiple projects at one time.
• Experience working with contract drawings, subcontracts, contract addendums, specifications, change orders, RFIs, submittals.
• Experience with CPM Scheduling Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints and drawings on projects.
• Must have strong interpersonal and writing skills and be a problem owner/solver.
• Proven ability to effectively plan and organize one's own activities or the activities of others.
• Proficiency with Computers including MS Office, Blue Beam, and PDF.

Preferred Skill set:

• Experience with ProPricer estimating is a plus
• Primavera P6 CPM Scheduling Experience and proficiency (or equivalent).
• Ability and Willingness to Travel to project locations as needed.

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

Pay Range

USD $104,240.00 - USD $130,300.00 /Yr.