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Deputy Project Leader

M9 Solutions
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/23/2026

Job Details

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations who desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include digital transformation, software development, cloud migration, applications & infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery & analytics, and IT talent solutions.

M9 Solutions is seeking a Deputy Project Leader to work on-site for a client located in Washington, DC. An active Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities
  • Run day-to-day operations of a project or sub-section 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.
  • Document project issues/conditions.
  • Plan and execute project completion and punch list.
  • Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and project specifications.
  • Research and compile submittals; pricing change orders, and prepare estimates for partially designed projects by finishing the design and preparing a complete project estimate.
  • Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
  • Communicate with people outside the client, representing the client to customers, the public, the government, and general contractor representatives.
  • Clearly understand the timeliness required for decision making, submission of RFIs, and documentation of all verbal conversations or agreements.
  • This position supports multiple CONUS projects that may require travel.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.
  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of progressive experience.
  • Related construction experience with five years working for an electrical or construction contractor.
  • Experience working on construction projects ranging from $500,000 to $10M.
  • Experience working with contract drawings, subcontracts, contract addendums, specifications, change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
  • Experience with CPM Scheduling.
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, and drawings on projects.
  • Must have strong interpersonal and writing skills and be a problem owner/solver.
  • Proven ability to effectively plan and organize one's own activities or the activities of others.
  • Proficiency with computers, including MS Office, Blue Beam, and PDF.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications
  • Accubid Estimating (or equivalent) directly related to Electrical Installations.
  • Primavera P6 CPM Scheduling Experience and proficiency (or equivalent).
  • Ability and willingness to travel to project locations as needed.


Full-Time Employee Compensation
  • M9 Solutions' pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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Salary Range

$60,000 - $180,000 USD

M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal contractor and we comply with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We also adhere to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, ensuring equal opportunity for veterans and individuals with disabilities. Please click to complete M9's Voluntary Self-Identification Form and then email it to . If you need accommodation during the application process or encounter difficulties using our website, please contact our Human Resources Department at or .

With 14 years of proven delivery and steady growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diversity in driving the vision of the company.

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