Project Leader ; Telecommunications - Richmond, VA

Project Leader 1 (Telecommunications) - Richmond, VA

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.

• 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.

• Required to hold direct experience & clear understanding with the execution of several phases in the project-life cycle included below:
• Initial Planning & Proposal Creation
• Design & Engineering
• Project Solutioning
• Field Installation
• Close-Out Methods
• Proven understanding of key-competencies aligned to the project planning; installation & project completion required to ensure overall project-success.
• Engineering & Design Development
• Bid-Package creation & final estimate review.
• Project Schedule development & tracking
• Project Financials & Cost Tracking
• Business Acumen & Leadership abilities
• Ability to develop, maintain & saturate key-industry clientele.
• Knowledge & understanding of contract language, with experience in negotiation.
• Clear understanding of at-risk & mitigation strategies related to construction management.
• 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:
• 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.

• 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…