Project Leader 1 (Telecommunications) - DMV

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Vor Ort; USD 125.120 - 187.680; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid-time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid maternity leave

Zusammenfassung

A technology and engineering company is hiring a Project Leader 1 (Telecommunications) to manage complex projects in telecommunications. You will oversee project execution, budgets, and resource management while leading junior team members. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and extensive experience in telecommunications and security systems, with salaries ranging from $125,120 to $187,680 annually.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in Telecommunications & Security Systems.
• Experience with budgets between $500K and $10M.
• Strong understanding of project life-cycle phases.

Aufgaben

• Lead design and deployment of telecommunications systems.
• Manage subcontractors and project resources.
• Forecast project cash flow and manpower needs.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Telecommunications systems

Team leadership

Budget management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Science, Information Technology, Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Primavera P6

Accubid

Jobbeschreibung

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.

Job 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 significantly complex projects and/or multiple projects simultaneously. This position will require a proficient understanding and knowledge of Telecommunication Systems including Fiber Optic & Structured Cabling, CCTV, OSP & ISP Copper, along with DAS.

The Project Leader 1 (Telecommunications) is expected to provide overall development, training & leadership to Junior Project Leadership, Field‑Superintendents & Trades personnel as it relates to the strategic planning, overall implementation, and ownership of project completion.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and deployment of Integrated Infrastructure and telecommunications systems.
• Establishing and implementing procedures and controls to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Assisting the project Superintendent and Engineering in the preparation of project documentation requirements, project layout, and field office support.
• Managing subcontractors related to M.C. Dean’s installation scope.
• Developing and maintaining resource‑loaded project schedules in MS Project.
• Coordinating and running a project kick‑off meeting (PKOM) and key monthly project (KPR) reviews.
• Forecasting cash flow and manpower needs for projects.
• Working with the project team to develop budgets with cost codes for allocating manpower to the schedule for foreman level tracking.
• Researching and compiling submittals, identifying/pricing change orders and preparing estimates for projects.
• Preparing a design/build project estimate based on design criteria.
• Meeting with customers to present proposals and cost estimates.
• Interpreting and explaining plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients.
• Conferring with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
• Coordinating the acquisition of all materials, monitoring tools and equipment requirements with the project team and the warehouse.
• Overall financial management of the project(s).
• Responsible for maintaining profitability at and above budget.
• Assuring timely completion of a project including punch‑list items, accurate as‑built drawings, operation, and maintenance manuals.
• Responsible for the completion of all training and other administrative requirements of the contract documents.
• Monitoring project budgets to ensure positive cash flow and maintain profitability.
• Identifying opportunities for cost‑saving measures, quality improvement and incorporating best practices.

Position Requirements

• Direct experience and clear understanding of executing several phases in the project‑life cycle:
• Initial Planning & Proposal Creation
• Design & Engineering
• Project Solutioning
• Field Installation
• Close‑Out Methods
• Proven understanding of key competencies aligned to project planning, installation, and project completion to ensure overall project success.
• Engineering & Design Development experience.
• Bid‑Package creation & final estimate review experience.
• Project Schedule development & tracking expertise.
• Project Financials & Cost Tracking proficiency.
• Business acumen & leadership abilities.
• Ability to develop, maintain, and saturate key‑industry clientele.
• Knowledge and understanding of contract language, with experience in negotiation.
• Clear understanding of at‑risk & mitigation strategies related to construction management.
• Experience in the commissioning & testing of diverse specialty systems.
• Extensive experience leading complex projects and managing diverse project teams & specialties.
• Track record of successful projects with the ability to perform key functions from project inception to completion.
• Ability to successfully monitor a multitude of Telecommunications projects ranging from $500K to $10M in budget.
• Experience partnering with multidisciplinary groups such as Fire Alarm, Communications, Security, AV, Power, and Instrumentation.
• Ability to direct cross‑function teams to reach mutual agreement and meet business objectives.
• Capability to write detailed RFPs and scopes of work.

Qualifications

Education, Experience & Technical Qualifications:

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in construction specific to Telecommunications & Security Systems with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Science, Information Technology, Construction Management, or Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of related construction experience with a Master’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering discipline.
• Proficiency in the Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling Method and General Contractor Schedules.
• Extensive experience leading diverse teams & projects with construction budgets between $500K & $10M+ in Telecommunication scopes.
• Minimum 4+ years of experience & established knowledge in complex markets on projects specific to Federal Aviation, Government Airports, Higher‑Education, and Information Transit Systems.
• Required knowledge within construction low‑voltage functions including self‑perform contracting, field coordination efforts, and schedule prioritization of deliverable deadlines tied to each specialty trade simultaneously.
• Ability to utilize software including Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Accubid, Primavera P6, Microsoft Office & Excel.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid‑time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

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 to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, e.g., 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 $125,120.00 - USD $187,680.00 /Yr.