Project Leader 1 - MEP Construction - Richmond, VA

Overview --------

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.

The Project Leader 1 - MEP Construction --------------------------------------

### Job Summary

The Project Leader 1 - MEP Construction is responsible for supporting the overall strategy, execution of deliverables, project completion and profitable outcomes for a significantly complex project &/or multiple projects simultaneously. This position will require proficient understanding and knowledge of prime, or general contracting with experience overseeing on or more disciplines related to Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Structural systems preferred.

### Clearance/Citizen Type

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements including U.S. citizenship for access to classified information.

Responsibilities ----------------

### Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Scheduling:Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and schedules.
• Budget Management:Prepare and manage project budgets.
• Team Coordination and Leadership:Oversee teams of contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and other staff.
• Quality Control and Compliance:Conduct regular inspections to maintain high-quality standards.
• Risk Management:Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Client and Stakeholder Communication:Serve as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Procurement and Resource Management:Oversee procurement of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Problem-Solving:Handle unexpected challenges, such as site issues or material delays.
• Documentation and Reporting:Maintain accurate records of project activities, financials, and progress.
• Safety Management:Implement and enforce safety protocols on-site.

Qualifications -------------

### Education

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in construction specific to MEP Systems, Modular Delivery &/or Critical Power industries with a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or an Engineering discipline with a strong preference to Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering.
• 5+ years of related MEP construction experience with a Master's Degree with a preference in Construction Management or Engineering.

### Experience

• Strong experience managing relationships with owners representatives, architects, engineers, and clients on a professional level while supervising subcontractors and vendors is a priority.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of MEP Construction Management disciplines for Mission Critical, Government and Commercial industries.
• Previous experience managing diverse project teams and contractors for projects valued between $20M - $100M+ in total contract value.

### Skills

• Proficient understanding of the entire project lifecycle initiation to completion.
• Previous experience and exposure to MEP Construction Management, Prime Contracting, or Specialty Contracting Solutions.
• Proven understanding of key-competencies aligned to the project planning; installation and project completion required to ensure overall project-success.
• Engineering and Design Development:Bid-Package creation and final estimate review.
• Proficiency to Accubid is preferred.
• Project Schedule development & tracking.
• Project Financials and Cost Tracking.
• Business Acumen and Leadership abilities.
• Experienced in the Commissioning and Testing of diverse specialty systems.

### Certifications

• PMP Certification
• Modular Fabrication Project Delivery
• Accubid
• Primavera P6