Deputy Project Leader - 173983

Zachary Piper Solutions; Manassas, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; 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 is hiring a Deputy Project Leader for a leadership role on-site at Fayetteville, NC. The position focuses on supporting project teams, creating strategic plans and budgets, and developing comprehensive project plans for telecom and security systems projects.

The Deputy Project Leader will guide a multidisciplinary team, review construction documents, manage schedules using CPM, and ensure timely delivery within complex markets including federal aviation and higher

Qualifications

• 5+ years with a telecom integrator or electrical contractor
• Experience reviewing construction docs: drawings, specs, addenda, RFIs, subcontracts
• 4+ years in complex markets on projects for Federal Aviation, Government Airports, Higher Education, Information Transit Systems
• Experience installing Information Transport Systems
• Proficient with MS Office, CPM scheduling, cost modeling and AutoCAD
• Familiar with electrical and security system plans and construction documents
• Up to 25% travel; valid license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with supervisors, owners, contractors and design teams to resolve construction issues and ensure project execution
• Understand Telecommunication Systems including Fiber Optic, Structured Cabling, CCTV, OSP & ISP Copper, and DAS
• Coordinate procurement of materials and track tools, equipment, and resources
• Facilitate and support day-to-day operations of a project or sub-section
• Monitor project deadlines for decisions, RFIs, and documentation of discussions and agreements

Skills

Telecommunication systems

Budgeting

Project coordination

CPM scheduling

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Cost modeling

Job description

REQUIRES TS/SCI CLEARANCE

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 Fayetteville NC. The Deputy Project Leader is expected to provide experience in technology systems integration. 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.

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.