Project Leader (Electronic Security)

Zachary Piper Solutions; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; 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 Project Leader for a leadership role in McLean, Virginia. You will support strategy, ensure on-time deliverables, and lead junior project teams including field personnel.

This on-site position emphasizes development of telecommunications and security systems with federal project exposure and TS/SCI eligibility potential. The role requires deep CPM scheduling expertise, strong coordination skills, and a track record in complex markets such as federal aviation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience in telecommunications and security systems.
• Proficiency with CPM scheduling and general contractor schedules.
• 4+ years on projects in Federal Aviation, government airports, or higher education.
• No clearance required but ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Responsibilities

• Support the overall strategy and execution of deliverables for projects.
• Lead development, training, and leadership of junior project staff.
• Coordinate kickoff meetings and monthly project reviews; prepare estimates and submittals.
• Assist with project documentation, layout, and field office support.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and profitable.

Skills

Telecom Systems

Security Systems

Project Leadership

CPM Scheduling

Federal Projects

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Science

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is hiring a Project Leader to a leadership position. They will be responsible for supporting the overall strategy, execution of deliverables, project completion & profitable outcomes. This is a direct placement role on-site at McLean, Virginia. The Project Leader is expected to provide overall development, training & leadership to Junior Project Leadership, Field-Superintendents & Trades personnel. This position does not require a clearance to start, but needs to have the ability to obtain a TS/SCI. This is a great opportunity to join rapidly expanding federal work in the NOVA region.

Responsibilities for the Project Leader:

• Proficient understanding and knowledge of Telecommunication Systems including Fiber Optic & Structured Cabling, CCTV, OSP & ISP Copper, along with DAS.
• Leading the design and deployment of Integrated Infrastructure and telecommunications systems, electronic security systems, or Fire and Life Safety.
• Assisting the project Superintendent and Engineering in the preparation of project documentation requirements, project layout, and field office support.
• Coordinating and running a project kick-off meeting (PKOM) and key monthly project (KPR) reviews.
• Researching and compiling submittals, identifying/pricing change orders and preparing estimates for projects.

Required Qualifications for the Project Leader:

• 5+ 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.
• Proficiency in the Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling Method and General Contractor Schedules.
• Minimum 4+ years of experience & established knowledge in complex markets on projects specific to Federal Aviation, & Government Airports, Higher-Education, Information Transit Systems.
• No clearance required but ability to obtain a TS/SCI.

Compensation for the Project Leader:

• Salary range: $100,000 - $140,000 *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 9/5/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.