Program Director - California Transportation Infrastructure
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Job Description:
Program Director – Transportation Infrastructure – Fresno, California
Opportunity :
Parsons Corporation is seeking to hire a highly experienced Program Director to manage and oversee transportation engineering projects in the Southern California region, supporting CALTRANS, and other regional clients as well. Solid experience in California is highly preferred, with an active PE. This role offers the flexibility to work virtually or hybrid remote from the region as well.
Responsibilities :
- Extensive experience in highway engineering, and management of these projects in values up to and exceeding 500 Million.
- Expertise in the preparation of project initiation, approval, and design documents, including project study reports, project reports, and plans, specifications, and estimates.
- Extensive knowledge of California Department of Transportation project development and funding process
- Strong technical and project management background in developing and designing highway transportation projects.
- Command of excellent managerial, communication, and problem-solving skills and experience with project management involving project planning, scope development, fee preparation, scheduling, and the preparation of planning documents.
- Participate in contract scope and fee negotiations for medium- and large-size projects, with routine involvement in document preparation, review coordination, quality control, and client relations.
Requirements :
- 4-year degree in Civil Engineering or related technical/business field and at least 20 years or more of related work experience is required, especially with large scale transportation projects. Incumbent should have a broad general technical and business background, as well as previous project management experience on similar or related large-scope project types.
- Professional Engineer ( PE) registration is highly preferred.
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.
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis 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: $155,600.00 - $280,100.00We 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!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.
Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.
Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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