Rising Project Leader - Telecom & Data Center

Zachary Piper Solutions; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid PTO

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Deputy Project Leader in Memphis, TN, to support telecom and data center structured cabling projects and automation systems. The role develops into leadership while coordinating diverse teams across multiple market sectors.

The candidate should hold an engineering degree with 5–7 years experience (or 3–5 years for Master’s holders) and show strong planning, risk, and cost-management capabilities. Security clearances may be required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering with 3–5 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 5–7 years.
• Strong knowledge of structured cabling, fiber optics, copper systems.
• Willingness and desire to grow into a project leadership role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 CPM.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances as needed.
• Proven experience supporting or leading cross-functional project teams.
• Financial literacy with experience in project cost tracking and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Project management certifications such as PMP or CAP are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Leader in planning, coordinating, and executing telecommunications projects focused on structured cabling installation.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to define project requirements, objectives, and deliverables.
• Support the development of project plans, work breakdown structures, schedules, and execution strategies.
• Assist in monitoring project progress, identifying risks and issues, and supporting change management efforts.
• Support coordination and management of project teams including engineers, technicians, and subcontractors.
• Assist with task assignment and tracking to ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
• Maintain project documentation including plans, reports, correspondence, and records.
• Support preparation of project status updates, progress reports, and client communications.
• Contribute to project presentations and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in ensuring projects meet quality standards and comply with applicable codes, regulations, and safety requirements.
• Participate in inspections and audits to verify compliance with design specifications and project requirements.
• Support implementation and enforcement of quality control processes and procedures.
• Assist in managing project budgets, tracking expenses, and monitoring resource utilization.
• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to support acquisition of materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Monitor project financial performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of automation systems including switchgear, power distribution, metering, motor control centers, and related technologies.
• Stay current with industry standards and best practices related to automation systems.
• Participate in technical discussions and assist in resolving technical challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Data-driven decisions

Multi-project management

Financial literacy

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6 CPM Scheduling

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Deputy Project Leader in Memphis, TN, to support telecom and data center structured cabling projects and automation systems. The role develops into leadership while coordinating diverse teams across multiple market sectors.

The candidate should hold an engineering degree with 5–7 years experience (or 3–5 years for Master’s holders) and show strong planning, risk, and cost-management capabilities. Security clearances may be required.