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Job Description:

Vice President Major Infrastructure Projects

Parsons is looking for Vice President Major Infrastructure Projects to join our team!  In this role you will lead the identification, capture, and execution of work for key clients. Infrastructure US comprises a team of engineers and technicians in the fields of civil (highways, rail, transit and aviation disciplines), structural (bridges and tunnels), geotechnical, electrical and mechanical engineering, and includes design, condition inspection, and construction management/construction inspection staff. You will also play a major role in developing business strategies for growth, and directing and managing large/complex projects.  You must be an effective “seller/doer”, able to balance client relations and project management responsibilities.  You must also be a creative and innovative leader, able to communicate a vision and inspire others and effectively mentor and develop individual and team talent. 

Willingness to travel to the various offices and to client or project site locations is expected. You will work with business and technical leadership to continue the legacy of technical and management excellence while growing a successful and sustainable business practice that fosters a challenging and fun workplace. 

The ideal location for this this job is in our Boston office.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Drive growth through leveraging key client opportunities.

  • Identify, develop and maintain key accounts.

  • Enhance Parsons’ profile and reach across the industry through participation in professional and industry organizations and attending related events.

  • Support contractor relationships regarding APD prospects and pursuits.

• Drive execution excellence:

  • Implement Safety policies and training.

  • Guide and oversee the preparation of proposals and client presentations for pursuits.

  • Win and manage complex civil and structural projects aligned with regional strategy.

  • Implement quality policies and procedures and pursue continuous improvement through innovation and creative thinking.

  • Establish and maintain cooperative and productive work relationships with all employees, clients and stakeholders.

  • Work with the Technical Organization leaders to staff projects for success.

  • Complete project reviews in accordance with company policies.

  • Ensure that accurate business reports are prepared as scheduled.

• Provide strategic and operational direction:

  • Collaborate with the Regional and Area Managers to develop annual strategic initiatives.

  • Work with the relevant Business Development Manager/Team to develop a business plan aligned with the objectives of the Area and the Region.

  • Establish clear plan to achieve goals by identifying and prioritizing clients and prospects.

  • Review, evaluate and approve requests including contracts, appropriations, and expenditure within authority, escalate others as appropriate.

• Talent Management - Identify and develop high potential talent.

• Operations - Ensure effective project execution and reporting.

• Business Development – Collaborate with the relevant Business Development Manager/Team to ensure comprehensive marketing of Parsons’ capabilities, portfolio of services and optimization of clients and opportunities.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring

• 4-year degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering and 20+ years of diverse experience. 

• Supervisory/managerial experience

• Experience leading teams on alternative delivery/design-build projects

• Professional Engineer License required

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 75 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 new possibilities.

Salary Range: 

$179,800.00 - $343,700.00

This position is eligible for incentive compensation.

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!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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!