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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Assistant Project Manager to join our team!

Background

This person will directly support the Florida Rail/Transit Program Manager, whose responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  Planning, directing, supervising, and controlling the execution of all business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of assigned projects within the Florida Business Unit.

This position will perform a variety of Planning and Engineering assignments by applying standard and best-practice analysis, design, and, implementation techniques. Typical responsibilities are performed under general supervision by the Project Manager

Technical

• Subject matter expertise to review complex planning documents, designs, site plans, technical reports, project schedules, and engineering estimates. 
• Analyze, develop, and evaluate transportation systems. Conduct research, find and analyze solutions, and propose decisions based on findings.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with the planning and engineering design discipline leads and key staff.
• Facilitates resolution for technical analysis and/or engineering problems within the assigned discipline; coordinates application of solutions.
• Maintains first-level quality assurance to confirm that the delivery of all work within their discipline is in accordance with the plans, specifications, and/or industry standards.
• Provides direction to (and assists) technical staff and sub consultants for deliverables.

Project Management and Controls

• Assist with daily coordination with regards to project delivery and Sub Consultant management. Serve as a point of contact for the Sub Consultants for one or more assigned contracts and to assist the PM in technical coordination for all matters related to the contract;
• Supports preparation and maintenance of project forecasts and status updates, including the development and analysis of cost and schedule performance indicators (CPI and SPI).
• Continually monitor and manage costs including labor, expenses, and other costs against the project budget
• Assist with/monitor project activities, claims and change orders, progress reporting, payments, and other contract administration functions;
• Manage the Close-out process which includes compilation of all final Project deliverables, including native files (as needed) and images, etc.
• Perform other project related duties as assigned by the PM and/or Task Manager.

Background and Experience Required:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Urban or Regional Planning, Project Management, or related field.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience, with two (2) years in the transit or rail industry preferred
• A minimum of two (2) years demonstrated progressively responsible project management and/or construction experience,
• Understands and applies planning, engineering, procurement, and construction terminology, concepts, and relationships.
• Proven ability to manage complex budgets and schedules;
• Excellent written and oral communications skills

Preferred Qualifications

• FTA 5307-Urbanized Area Formula Grants and 5309-Capital Improvement Grant Program (CIG) familiarity
• Able to work occasional nights and/or weekends;

Preferred Skills

• MS Office Suite
• Data Analytics
• GIS
• Adobe Illustrator and/or InDesign

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $72,900.00 - $127,600.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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