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

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. Position Data Center Security Installation Program Manager (Project Leader 3) – Security and Electronic Systems (SES) Business Unit. Role: Deputy program manager overseeing a nation‑wide data center installation program. Report to M.C. Dean headquarters in Tysons, Virginia. Responsibilities Assist with the overall administration, organization, implementation, and growth of a data‑center electronic security installation program. Deputy program manager responsible for overseeing a nation‑wide data center installation program. Program‑level responsibilities: 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. Champion a culture of safety. Customer point of contact for escalations. Support program financial forecasting. Project‑level responsibilities: 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. Coordinate 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). Ensure on‑time project completion. Coordinate and run a project kick‑off meeting (PKOM). Forecast cash flow and manpower needs for projects. Order materials, tools, and equipment. Prepare monthly reports analyzing the budget, schedule, cash flow, and manpower. Identify opportunities for cost‑saving measures, quality improvement and incorporating best practices. Ensure all safety regulations are adhered to. Plan and execute project completion and punch list. Oversee warranty service for completed installations. Qualifications 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 with a Master’s degree; or 7+ years with a Ph.D. Experience 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. History of successfully completing projects on time and under budget. Reliable attendance at customer site for regular meetings. Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes occasional nights and weekends. Proven expertise to effectively manage large projects, including 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 preferred. Primavera P6 CPM Scheduling Experience and proficiency (or equivalent) 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. 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. Finger dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, e.g., 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. 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