Data Center Security Installation Program Manager (Project Leader 3) - Tysons, VA

Overview About M.C. Dean 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 9,000 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. We are seeking a Data Center Security Installation Program Manager (Project Leader 3) to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets. Responsibilities A Data Center Security Installation Program Manager is responsible for assisting with the overall administration, organization, implementation, and growth of a data center electronic security installation program. The Project Leader 3 position is a senior leadership role. The selected candidate will be the deputy program manager responsible for overseeing a nation-wide data center installation program. The candidate would report to the M.C. Dean headquarters in Tysons, Virginia. Essential Responsibilities and Activities Include but are Not Limited to: Program-level responsibilities include: Continuous improvement of program process. Assess program for operational efficiencies. Support proposal development and bid responses. Lead monthly gate checks for all data center projects. Mentor new project managers on company and program process. Visit sites for quality assurance and leadership representation. Support project staffing efforts. Be a champion of our culture of safety. Be the customer point of contact for escalations. Support program financial forecasting.

Project-level responsibilities include:

Oversee the installation of electronic security systems at multiple sites. Establish and implement procedures and controls to ensure that security installation projects are completed on time and within budget. Manage project site managers and supervisors. Interface with customer personnel and respond to their issues and concerns. Coordination with the general contractor and other trades. Manage subcontractors and oversee their performance. Document project issues/conditions. Prepare installation proposals, change orders, and schedules. Prepare status reports and briefings. Responsible for the overall financial management of the project(s). Responsible for on-time project completion. Coordinating and running a project kick-off meeting (PKOM). Forecasting cash flow and manpower needs for projects. Ordering materials, tools, and equipment. Prepare monthly reports analyzing the budget, schedule, cash flow, and manpower. Identifying opportunities for cost-saving measures, quality improvement and incorporating best practices. Ensuring all safety regulations are adhered to. Plan and execute project completion and punch list. Oversee warranty service for completed installations.

Qualifications Education/Experience:

12+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Math or Physics preferably from an ABET accredited program or 9+ years of experience with a Master's degree or 7+ years of experience with a Ph.D. Experience working with management systems such as scheduling, job cost reports, estimating, safety, documentation requirements, and quality control. Experience overseeing and approving monthly job cost updates, productivity reports, and quarterly cash flow projections. Provide monthly customer reporting as specified for each task order. Proficiency in the Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling method and General Contractor Schedules. Must have a history of successfully completing projects on time and under budget. Requires reliable attendance at customer site for regular meetings required by customer. Requires the ability to work a flexible schedule that includes occasional nights and weekends. Candidates must have proven expertise to effectively manage large projects, to include: construction methods, engineering, resources, estimating, equipment, materials, contract administration, subcontract management, claim negotiations, project controls, finance, and staffing efficiency resources.

Desired Qualifications:

Accubid Estimating (Or equivalent) directly related to Electrical Installations is preferred. Primavera P6 CPM Scheduling Experience and proficiency (or equivalent) is preferred. Current Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.

What we offer:

A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust. An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years. Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement. Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.

Abilities:

Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time. Sitting for extended periods of time. Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction. Have finger dexterity in order 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.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

12+ years of experience with a Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Math or Physics preferably from an ABET accredited program or 9+ years of experience with a Master s degree or 7+ years of experience with a Ph.D. Experience working with management systems such as scheduling, job cost reports, estimating, safety, documentation requirements, and quality control. Experience overseeing and approving monthly job cost updates, productivity reports, and quarterly cash flow projections. Provide monthly customer reporting as specified for each task order. Proficiency in the Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling method and General Contractor Schedules. Must have a history of successfully completing projects on time and under budget. Requires reliable attendance at customer site for regular meetings required by customer. Requires the ability to work a flexible schedule that includes occasional nights and weekends. Candidates must have proven expertise to effectively manage large projects, to include: construction methods, engineering, resources, estimating, equipment, materials, contract administration, subcontract management, claim negotiations, project controls, finance, and staffing efficiency resources.

Desired Qualifications:

Accubid Estimating (Or equivalent) directly related to Electrical Installations is preferred. Primavera P6 CPM Scheduling Experience and proficiency (or equivalent) is preferred. Current Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.

What we offer:

A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust. An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years. Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement. Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.

Abilities:

Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time. Sitting for extended periods of time. Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction. Have finger dexterity in order 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.