Deputy Project Leader

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Overview

Deputy Project Leader – Tysons, Virginia

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. As a leader and premier provider of cyber-physical systems, we spearhead the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of solutions essential to mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and expansive global enterprises. Our team comprises over 5,500 professionals worldwide, engineering and deploying automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems with critical management platforms for long-term sustainability.

M.C. Dean is a leading provider of electrical engineering and systems integration services, specializing in automation systems. We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Deputy Project Leader to join our Automation Systems Business Unit. In this role, you will support the Project Leader in overseeing and managing automation systems projects for clients across applications including industrial controls, water/wastewater, power controls and protection, cybersecurity, energy management, building automation, and transportation systems.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in automation systems, excellent organizational skills, and a desire to grow in a project leadership role.

• Project Support:
  Assist the Project Leader in planning, coordinating, and executing automation systems projects.
• Collaborate with the project team to define project requirements, objectives, and deliverables.
• Contribute to the development of project plans, work breakdown structures, and schedules.
• Monitor project progress, address issues, and manage risks and changes.
• Team Coordination:
  Support the Project Leader in coordinating and managing the project team, including engineers, technicians, and subcontractors.
• Assign tasks and ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
• Foster a collaborative team environment and promote effective communication and knowledge sharing.
• Documenting and Reporting:
  Maintain project documentation, including project plans, reports, and correspondence.
• Prepare project status updates, progress reports, and client communications.
• Contribute to the development of project presentations and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance:
  Ensure projects meet quality standards and comply with industry codes and regulations; participate in inspections and audits.
• Quality control processes and procedures.
• Budget and Resource Management:
  Support budgets, track expenses, and manage resource utilization; coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Monitor financials and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Automation Systems Knowledge:
  Develop understanding of automation systems (switch gear, power distribution, metering, motor control centers) and stay updated with industry best practices; contribute to technical discussions and support issue resolution.

• Exposure to computer screens for extended periods.
• Working knowledge of automation systems, including switch gear, power distribution, metering, motor control centers, and related technologies.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a project leadership role.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate teams.
• Primavera P6 CPM Scheduling Experience or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances as needed.
• Proven experience leading and managing cross-functional project teams.
• Financial literacy and knowledge of project financial reporting.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Project management certifications such as PMP or CAP are highly desirable.

• Master's degree in engineering with 3 - 5 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 5 - 7 years of experience

• Exposure to computer screens for extended periods.
• Sitting for extended periods.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any…