Project Manager - Roads (4)

Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Project Manager - Roads to
join our team! In this role you will provide direction and management for
small to medium-sized projects and ensures on-schedule completion within or
below budget in accordance with contractual obligations. The Project Manager
is responsible for the scope development, scope management and commercial
performance of the project to meet project goals and objectives. Plans and
defines program goals and devises methods to accomplish them; develops in-
depth knowledge of client objectives, contract terms, and corporate policies.
What You'll Be Doing:

Acts as the Company representative with the client and selected subcontractors
during the program execution. Negotiates changes to the scope of work with the
client and key subcontractors. Markets and secures additional work with
client. Responsible for following up on instructions and commitments
associated with the project.
May participate in negotiations with regulatory agencies and in public
meetings in support of clients.

Oversees establishment of Project Execution Plan, Health and Safety Plan,
Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and other documents as required.

Establishes the program requirements for all areas of the project, and
monitors the draft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria.
Responsible for the development and distribution of a one to two-page
description of the project to all members of the project team for reference.

Plans, directs, supervises, and controls the execution of all business,
technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned project.
Assigns responsibility for executing project plans to key subordinates after
careful assessment of how to utilize their qualifications and strengths.
Provides input to performance reviews and development plans for subordinates.
Field responsibilities may include labor relations, local procurement and
payroll operations, etc., if required.

Mobilizes company resources, through liaison with support departments, other
offices, or subsidiaries, to create project teams capable of completing
effective, quality work. Discusses the qualifications required of the key
project positions in specific detail with the profit center and department
managers. Collaborates with the office facilities staff to address project
space requirements.

Works with other managers, project engineers, and discipline leads to develop
budgets, schedules, and plans for the various elements of a project. Ensures
that the project meets or exceeds goals established in these plans.

Works with the key project individual to devise and execute actions plans to
rectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant
changes to the scope of work. Advises the client and company management of any
such changes. The Project Manager is specifically responsible for maintaining
current and timely change orders.

Promotes technical and commercial excellence on the project through
application of Quality Assurance processes. Monitors and reports to management
on the progress of all project activity within the program, including
significant milestones, and any conditions, which would affect project cost or
schedule. Establishes weekly meeting to review project status and formulate
action items.

Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be
appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical/business field and
typically ‎15+ years of related work experience is required. Incumbent should
have a broad general technical and business background. Professional
registration may also be required.
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
Incumbent must meet Parsons' project management certification requirements.
Proven ability to perform in a management capacity, excellent written and oral
communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and
regulations are also required. In addition, must be knowledgeable of current
technology and how it can be effectively utilized on the project.
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/None
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the
workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.