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# Project Leader (Electronic Security)

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** McLean, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $140,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Primavera, Data Archiving Service, Bluebeam, Information Technology, Accubid
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9118831/project-leader-electronic-security

## About the Role

* 5+ 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.
 * Proficiency in the Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling Method and General Contractor Schedules.
 * Minimum 4+ years of experience & established knowledge in complex markets on projects specific to Federal Aviation, & Government Airports, Higher-Education, Information Transit Systems.
 * No clearance required but ability to obtain a TS/SCI., Project Leader, Telecommunications, Project Management, Leadership, Construction Project Leader, Telecommunication Systems, Fiber Optic, Structured Cabling, CCTV, DAS, OSP Copper, ISP Copper, Integrated Infrastructure, Security Systems, Critical Path Method, CPM Scheduling, General Contractor Schedules, Project Kick-Off Meeting, PKOM, Key Project Reviews, KPR, Submittals, Change Orders, Estimating, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Accubid, Primavera P6, Microsoft Office, Federal Aviation, Government Airports, Higher Education, Information Transit Systems, Complex Markets, Bachelor's Degree, Engineering Science, Information Technology, Construction Management, Engineering Discipline, 7+ years Telecommunications Construction, 4+ years Complex Market Projects, Leadership, Training, Strategic Planning, Implementation, Coordination, Documentation, Field Support, Manassas Virginia, D.C. Region, On-site, Direct Placement, Salary $100,000-$130,000, Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave, Holidays

## Description

Zachary Piper Solutions is hiring a Project Leader to a leadership position. They will be responsible for supporting the overall strategy, execution of deliverables, project completion & profitable outcomes. This is a direct placement role on-site at McLean, Virginia. The Project Leader is expected to provide overall development, training & leadership to Junior Project Leadership, Field-Superintendents & Trades personnel. This position does not require a clearance to start, but needs to have the ability to obtain a TS/SCI. This is a great opportunity to join rapidly expanding federal work in the NOVA region., * Proficient understanding and knowledge of Telecommunication Systems including Fiber Optic & Structured Cabling, CCTV, OSP & ISP Copper, along with DAS.

 * Leading the design and deployment of Integrated Infrastructure and telecommunications systems, electronic security systems, or Fire and Life Safety.
 * Assisting the project Superintendent and Engineering in the preparation of project documentation requirements, project layout, and field office support.
 * Coordinating and running a project kick-off meeting (PKOM) and key monthly project (KPR) reviews.
 * Researching and compiling submittals, identifying/pricing change orders and preparing estimates for projects.


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