Project Leader 1 (Telecommunications)

M.C. Dean, Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Leader 1 for Telecommunications to oversee complex projects in critical sectors like healthcare and government. This role involves leading project teams, ensuring timely completion, and managing budgets ranging from $500K to over $10M. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, develop project proposals, and implement risk mitigation strategies. If you have a passion for technology and a drive for excellence, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to impact critical infrastructure and facilities positively.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in telecommunications and security systems construction.
• Experience managing projects valued from $500K to over $10M.
• RCDD Certification required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and deployment of telecommunications systems.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Manage subcontractors and develop resource-loaded project schedules.

Skills

Telecommunication Systems

Project Management

Risk Mitigation

Client Relationship Management

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

CPM Scheduling

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Accubid

Primavera P6

MS Office

Excel

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Your Future at M.C. Dean

We're seeking people driven to excellence and inspired to have a meaningful impact powering, automating, integrating, and securing the world’s most critical infrastructure and facilities. This translates into fulfilling opportunities for employees driven to excel in a meaningful career. As an employee at M.C. Dean, you will join forces with more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability. Together, we transform the way complex, large-scale systems are designed, delivered, and sustained—enhancing client outcomes, improving lives, and changing the world for the better.

Overview

The Project Leader 1 (Telecommunications) is a leadership position responsible for supporting the overall strategy, execution of deliverables, project completion, and profitable outcomes for complex projects or multiple projects simultaneously. This position requires proficient understanding of Telecommunication Systems including Fiber Optic & Structured Cabling, CCTV, OSP & ISP Copper, along with DAS.

The Project Leader 1 (Telecommunications) is expected to provide development, training, and leadership to Junior Project Leadership, Field Superintendents, and Trades personnel related to strategic planning, implementation, and project ownership.

Core Market Sector

The candidate must have hands-on experience and knowledge in leading project teams, specialty contracting industries, solution-driven initiatives, and project execution. Responsibilities will include supporting complex scopes specific to Transit Systems, Healthcare, Government, Federal Aviation (Preferred), and Mission Critical industries.

Responsibilities

• Experience with phases in the project lifecycle: Planning, Design, Engineering, Solutioning, Installation, and Close-Out.
• RCDD Certification is required.
• Understanding of project planning, installation, and completion to ensure success.
• Development of design/build estimates, project schedules, financials, and cost tracking.
• Knowledge of contract language and negotiation experience.
• Ability to develop and maintain industry client relationships.
• Understanding of risk mitigation strategies in construction management.
• Experience in commissioning and testing diverse specialty systems.
• Management of telecommunications projects with budgets from $500K to $10M+.
• Experience with multi-discipline project teams including Fire Alarm, Communications, Security, AV, Power, and Instrumentation.
• Ability to write detailed RFPs and scopes of work.

Position Responsibilities

• Leading design and deployment of Information Transport and telecommunications systems.
• Ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Managing subcontractors and developing resource-loaded project schedules.
• Forecasting cash flow and manpower needs.
• Developing budgets, cost estimates, and project proposals.
• Coordinating with clients and project teams to resolve issues.
• Managing project profitability and ensuring timely completion.
• Training and administrative contract requirements.
• Cost-saving and quality improvement initiatives.
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain security clearance if required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years in telecommunications and security systems construction with a Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields.
• 5+ years of related construction experience with a Master’s Degree preferred.
• Proficiency in CPM Scheduling, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Accubid, Primavera P6, MS Office, and Excel.
• RCDD Certification required.
• Experience managing projects valued from $500K to over $10M.
• Knowledge in federal markets, including aviation and government projects.
• Ability to obtain security clearance if needed.

Physical Abilities

• Computer use, sitting, reaching, finger dexterity, listening, speaking, reading, and problem-solving abilities.