Onsite MEP Project Manager & Design Lead (Top Secret)

System One; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Vision coverage

Job summary

System One is seeking a Project Manager for MEP Engineering Design in Chantilly, VA. The role leads engineering projects, interfaces with clients and design teams, and manages scope, budget, and schedule onsite.

The position requires a 4-year engineering/Facilities degree or 10+ years of related experience, plus strong communication and cost-management skills. Top Secret clearance preferred. Direct hire with 40-hour weeks onsite.

Qualifications

• 4 Year College Degree in Engineering, Construction, or Facilities related OR 10+ years of experience managing AEC projects.
• Proven ability to manage multiple technical projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with cost and financial accounting standards, methodologies, and metrics.
• Strong staffing and resource management skills aligned with SOW requirements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• A desire to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design projects within the MEP discipline, interfacing with clients and design teams.
• Establish project teams and define Scope of Work, PSBs, Budget, and Storyboard.
• Coordinate with Finance to set up Costpoint for billing and compliance before project kickoff.
• Conduct Kick-Off meetings outlining Scope, Deliverables, Schedule, and Budget Hours.
• Map project scope, allocate staff resources, and execute contractual agreements per EKFox guidelines.
• Oversee cost estimating, budgeting, and cost control to maximize profitability.
• Communicate with clients and internal teams to manage expectations and progress.
• Maintain project status systems and ensure quality per EKFox standards.
• Lead project team from initiation to completion and ensure proper utilization.
• Perform post-project reviews to evaluate client satisfaction and financial performance.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Resource management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/Facilities

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

System One is seeking a Project Manager for MEP Engineering Design in Chantilly, VA. The role leads engineering projects, interfaces with clients and design teams, and manages scope, budget, and schedule onsite.

The position requires a 4-year engineering/Facilities degree or 10+ years of related experience, plus strong communication and cost-management skills. Top Secret clearance preferred. Direct hire with 40-hour weeks onsite.