Project Manager in Dulles, Virginia at Custom Computer Cable Inc

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering telecommunications, structured cabling, and data center infrastructure projects. This role manages assigned projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with customer expectations and CCCI quality standards.
The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for customers and coordinates closely with Operations, field leadership, vendors, subcontractors, and internal support teams. This position requires practical knowledge of structured cabling systems, project estimating, scheduling, resource coordination, financial tracking, and customer service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities-
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage assigned telecommunications, structured cabling, and data center infrastructure projects, including multiple concurrent projects as business needs require.
• Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring exceptional communication and customer satisfaction.
• Review project specifications, architectural drawings, contracts, and technical documentation to develop and maintain project execution plans.
• Prepare and maintain project scopes, labor estimates, material takeoffs, budgets, and schedules with appropriate internal review.
• Track project financial performance, including budgets, labor and material costs, forecasts, invoicing support, and change orders; escalate variances promptly.
• Coordinate project schedules, manpower planning, procurement activities, and resource allocation with Operations and field leadership.
• Oversee structured cabling deployments involving copper, fiber optic, MPO/MTP systems, fusion splicing, backbone infrastructure, and related low-voltage systems.
• Verify Bills of Material (BOMs), pathway capacity, containment systems, and equipment requirements prior to project execution.
• Partner with Project Superintendents and Foremen to monitor field productivity, quality, safety, and schedule performance.
• Conduct project meetings with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Identify project risks, recommend mitigation actions, and escalate material issues to Operations leadership.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, contract requirements, company policies, industry standards, and applicable codes.
• Review project documentation, daily reports, schedules, testing documentation, and closeout packages for completeness and accuracy.
• Support the development of project coordinators and field team members through clear communication, knowledge sharing, and constructive feedback.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and communicate potential follow-on work or business opportunities to company leadership.
• Maintain proficiency with project management software, CRM platforms, estimating tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or company leadership.

Minimum Qualifications-
• High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible project coordination or project management experience within telecommunications, structured cabling, low-voltage, or commercial construction.
• Demonstrated experience managing commercial structured cabling, telecommunications, low-voltage, or data center infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of copper and fiber optic infrastructure, structured cabling systems, and telecommunications construction.
• Proven experience developing project estimates, labor forecasts, schedules, and budgets.
• Working knowledge of contract administration, change management, and project financial controls.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, negotiation, and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Qualifications-
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or equivalent project management training
• BICSI Technician, Project Management, or RCDD Certification
• OSHA 30 Certification
• Experience with Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Procore, Primavera P6, Salesforce, or comparable project management platforms.
• Experience supporting or managing data center or mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional project teams.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities-
Successful Project Managers demonstrate:
• Strong project planning and execution skills
• Project cost tracking and budget management abilities
• Sound judgment, problem-solving, and timely decision-making
• Excellent customer relationship management
• Team coordination, accountability, and collaboration
• Contract interpretation and scope management
• Risk identification, escalation, and mitigation
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Negotiation and conflict resolution
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)-
Performance may be evaluated based on:
• Project profitability
• On-time project completion
• Budget performance
• Customer satisfaction
• Quality and safety performance
• Schedule adherence
• Change order management
• Team coordination and stakeholder communication
• Documentation accuracy
• Operational efficiency

Physical Demands-
The physical demands described below represent those required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Employees in this role regularly:
• Sit for extended periods while managing project documentation, meetings, and customer communications.
• Frequently use computers, mobile devices, and standard office equipment.
• Conduct project site visits requiring standing, walking, climbing stairs, and navigating active construction environments.
• Occasionally lift or carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Travel to customer locations, project sites, and company offices as required.
Work Environment-
This position is based in CCCI's Dulles, Virginia, office with frequent travel to customer facilities and active construction sites.
Work environments include:
• Corporate offices
• Commercial construction sites
• Data centers
• Manufacturing facilities
• Customer Campuses
• Mission-critical environments

Extended work hours, evenings, weekends, and overnight travel may be required to support customer schedules and critical project milestones.

Benefits-
Eligible employees may enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Competitive Salary
• Performance Bonus Opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Professional Development
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Why Join CCCI?
At CCCI, we believe our employees are our greatest investment. We foster a culture built on teamwork, integrity, continuous learning, and mutual respect. Whether you're beginning your career or looking for your next opportunity to grow, you'll find meaningful work, supportive leadership, and opportunities to advance within our organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity-
CCCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and applicable laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer-
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. CCCI reserves the right to modify, interpret, or assign responsibilities as business needs change, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.