Deputy Project Leader - Atlanta, GA

M.C. Dean, Inc•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

M.C. Dean is seeking a Deputy Project Leader for its Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. The role supports projects delivering electronic security services and systems, including intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audiovisual, IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control for federal, local, and commercial customers. The Deputy Project Leader runs day-to-day project or project-section operations, coordinates project completion, and handles project documentation, change orders, estimates, scheduling, and communication with customers and construction stakeholders.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience.
Five years of related construction experience working for an electrical or construction contractor.
Experience working on construction projects ranging from $500,000 to $10 million.
Experience with contract drawings, subcontracts, contract addendums, specifications, change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
Experience with CPM scheduling.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce precision technical plans, blueprints, and project drawings.
Strong interpersonal and writing skills, with the ability to own and solve problems.
Ability to effectively plan and organize one's own activities or the activities of others.
Computer proficiency, including MS Office, Bluebeam, and PDF tools.
Ability to travel to project locations as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, preferably electrical engineering or an industry-related degree.
Accubid Estimating or equivalent experience directly related to electrical installations.
Primavera P6 CPM scheduling experience and proficiency, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Run day-to-day operations of a project or subsection of a project.
Identify change orders and ensure effective resolution.
Price, track, and manage change orders.
Plan and monitor cash flow against cash expenses.
Maintain as-builts as work is completed and document project issues and conditions.
Plan and execute project completion and punch-list work.
Develop goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
Read and interpret blueprints and project specifications.
Research and compile submittals; price change orders; and prepare estimates for partially designed projects by completing the design and preparing a complete project estimate.
Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
Communicate with people outside the Company, representing the Company to customers, the public, the government, and general contractor representatives.
Understand decision-making and RFI submission timelines, and document verbal conversations or agreements.