Construction Manager (Surface Alignment) - Rail and Transit

Parsons; New York (NY); On-site; USD 128,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Construction Manager to lead critical infrastructure projects. This role involves overseeing construction activities, managing budgets, and ensuring quality control while working on significant rail initiatives that enhance commuter services. Join a team dedicated to improving communities and delivering innovative solutions in the infrastructure sector. If you have a passion for construction management and a desire to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Schedules

Holidays

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in rail, transit, tunnels, bridges, and viaducts.
• Knowledge of fire-protection and life-safety requirements for transit systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct overall planning of construction activities and manage manpower.
• Prepare periodic reports on construction progress for management and clients.
• Ensure sound construction practices to attain quality control efficiently.

Skills

Rail and Transit Experience

Construction Management

Budget Management

Quality Control

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Construction Manager to join our team focused on Surface Alignment and Tunnel Construction! In this role, you'll have the privilege of working on the premier infrastructure project in the country, as well as receive all of the benefits of working for Parsons! This program is the most urgent infrastructure initiative in the country—a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency, and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark, NJ, and NYC.

Program background

The Gateway Program is the most urgent infrastructure project in the country—an extensive set of rail investments to improve services, resilience, and capacity between Newark, New Jersey, and New York City, the busiest section of the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The first phase, the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), involves constructing a new two-track tunnel under the Hudson River connecting to Penn Station New York, along with rehabilitating the existing 110-year-old North River Tunnel. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC), established through bi-state legislation, oversees financing and development of the HTP.

As a tri-venture partner with Parsons, Arcadis, and Mace (MPA) acts as the Delivery Partner (DP), providing advice, leadership, and support to GDC for the development and implementation of HTP. This master service includes task order contracts for a 15-year period covering strategic advisory services, project management, design and construction management, stakeholder coordination, federal compliance, operations support, and related services.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Direct the overall planning of construction activities to identify critical milestones and priorities.
• Determine budget estimates and staffing requirements, ensuring subcontractors and major equipment are available when needed to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Establish assignments for Construction Superintendents across various work areas, monitor progress, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct performance evaluations and recommend promotions and salary adjustments.
• Manage manpower, materials, and equipment to optimize efficiency, maintain schedules, and meet budget goals, proactively addressing potential issues.
• Ensure sound construction practices to attain quality control at maximum efficiency and minimum cost.
• Prepare periodic reports on construction progress for management and clients, including formal presentations.
• Implement all company and client policies and procedures, including labor relations policies.
• Serve as the primary contact with client representatives, subcontractors, and government officials, maintaining strong relationships.
• Perform other relevant responsibilities as needed.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• 15+ years of experience in rail, transit, tunnels, surface alignment, bridges, viaducts, etc.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Knowledge of fire-protection and life-safety requirements for underground, surface, and elevated transit and passenger rail systems, including stations, train ways, emergency ventilation, and communications systems.
• Experience with Rail and Transit Mega-Projects.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team, dedicated to designing and delivering infrastructure that connects and protects communities worldwide. We work collaboratively to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure, aiming to improve communities and people's quality of life through economic growth, mobility, sustainability, and resiliency. Powered by our people, we support our customers’ visions—helping them see what's next!

Salary Range: $128,700.00 - $260,600.00

We value our employees' wellbeing and offer comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible schedules, and holidays. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We invest in our employees’ growth and wellbeing—aim for the stars and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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