Deputy Project Leader - 173983 - 174732

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Deputy Project Leader for an on-site role in Fayetteville, NC. The candidate will lead project activities, develop strategic plans and budgets, and coordinate with design teams to resolve issues on telecom and security projects.

Requires TS/SCI clearance; role involves up to 25% travel, and experience with Information Transport Systems and complex markets, in a fast-growing cyber-physical environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with a telecommunications integrator or electrical contractor.
• Experience on telecom and electronic security projects valued between $500k–$10M.
• Reviewing construction docs including drawings, specs, addenda, RFIs, subcontracts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with supervisors, owners, contractors, and design teams to resolve construction issues and ensure project success.
• Understand Telecommunication Systems including Fiber Optic, CCTV, DAS, OSP/ISP Copper.
• Coordinate procurement and track tools, equipment and resources.
• Support day-to-day operations of projects or sub-sections.
• Monitor deadlines for RFIs, decisions, and documentation.

Skills

Telecom integration

Leadership

Project coordination

Budget management

MS Office / Project

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Cost Modeling

CPM Scheduling

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

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 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.

REQUIRES TS/SCI CLEARANCE

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.

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