PROJECT LEADER 1 (TELECOMMUNICATIONS) - RICHMOND, VA WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE

Position Overview: The Project Leader 1 (Telecommunications) is a leadership position responsible for supporting the overall strategy, execution of deliverables, project completion & profitable outcomes for a significantly complex project &/or multiple projects simultaneously. This position will require 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 & ownership of project completion. Position Requirements: • Required to hold direct experience & clear understanding with the execution of several phases in the project-life cycle included below: o Initial Planning & Proposal Creation o Design & Engineering o Project Solutioning o Field Installation o Close-Out Methods • Proven understanding of key-competencies aligned to the project planning; installation & project completion required to ensure overall project-success. o Engineering & Design Development o Bid-Package creation & final estimate review. o Project Schedule development & tracking o Project Financials & Cost Tracking o Business Acumen & Leadership abilities § Ability to develop, maintain & saturate key-industry clientele. o Knowledge & understanding of contract language, with experience in negotiation. o Clear understanding of at-risk & mitigation strategies related to construction management. o Experienced in the Commissioning & Testing of diverse specialty systems. • Extensive experience in leading complex projects and managing diverse project teams & specialties. • Proven understanding and 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 averaged from 500K - $10M in budget. • Experience partnering with a multitude of project groups that involve multi-discipline knowledge for example: o Fire Alarm, Communications, Security, AV, Power, and Instrumentation. • Can direct cross function teams to reach mutual agreement to meet business objectives. • Capable of writing detailed RFPs and Scopes of work. Position Responsibilities: • Leading the design and deployment of Information Transport Systems 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. Deans installation scope. • Developing and maintaining resource-loaded project schedule 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 to keep the profitability at and/above budget. • Assuring a timely completion of a project including the completion of punch-list items, the submittal of 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 to maintain profitability. • Identifying opportunities for cost-saving measures, quality improvement and incorporating best practices. • RCDD Certification is preferred. 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. • RCDD Certification Required • Extensive experience leading diverse teams & projects with construction budgets valued 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, Information Transit Systems. • Required knowledge within construction low-voltage functions including self-perform contracting, field coordination efforts, maintenance of schedule & prioritization of deliverable deadlines tied to each specialty-trade simultaneously. • Ability to utilize software including Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Accubid, Primavera P6, Microsoft Office & Excel. • Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance. Physical Abilities Required: • Exposure to computer screens for an extended period. • 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, for example, 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.