Project Control Manager, Principal - Rail and Transit

Parsons

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 134,000 - 241,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Paid time off
ESOP
401(k)

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Project Controls Manager to lead cost management, risk, scheduling, estimating and reporting on a premier infrastructure program in the Northeast Corridor. You will oversee a team of project control professionals and interface with clients to deliver critical insights and decision-ready reporting.

The role requires a strong background in cost management, scheduling, and reporting within large construction projects, as well as design project experience and supervisory

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
  • 15-20+ years of related experience, including supervisory/managerial experience.
  • Strong cost management and reporting background is required.
  • Must have Design Project Experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead cost management, risk, scheduling, estimating and reporting on a large construction development program: includes invoice reviews, cost tracking.
  • Provides guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to project for the resolution of difficult and complex project control problems.
  • Interfaces with clients, attends regular meetings, and provides statistical reports.
  • Manages a team of Project Control Engineers/Specialists who are qualified to analyze, evaluate, and forecast project costs, as well as performance against an established schedule with critical milestones.
  • Assess the impact(s) of design/construction changes and schedule slippages.
  • Oversees the development and maintenance of an established reporting system to show the hierarchy of cost plans and schedules; keeps project and company management fully informed.
  • Recommends and oversees the customization of project control reporting systems and reports to meet specific project requirements.
  • Creates statistical / cost reports for management on a recurring or ad hoc basis.
  • May be required to make informal or formal presentations.
  • Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Skills

Project controls software
MS Office
Supervisory experience
Industry best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management
Design project experience

Tools

Project controls software
Microsoft Office

Job description

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At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Project Controls Manager to join our team! In this role you will 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 program 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 program 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, New Jersey and New York City, the busiest section of the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The first phase of the Gateway Program includes the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), which includes the construction of a new two-track tunnel under the Hudson River connecting to Penn Station New York as well as the full rehabilitation of the existing 110-year-old North River Tunnel. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC), established through bi-state legislation, is responsible for the financing and development of the Hudson Tunnel Project.

As a tri-venture partner with Parsons, Arcadis, and Mace (MPA) is the Delivery Partners (DP)to provide advice, leadership, and support to GDC for the development and implementation of HTP. This is a master service with task order contracts for a 15-year contract encompassing a broad range of strategic advisory services, project management, design management, construction management, stakeholder coordination, federal compliance, operations support, office administration, and related services.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Develops, manages, and/or executes all phases of the project controls effort (mainly cost management and reporting). Typically manages large-sized projects. The incumbent utilizes widely diversified knowledge of project controls activities, and draws upon extensive experience and exposure to various types of projects and clients.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Lead the cost management, risk, scheduling, estimating and reporting functions on a large construction development program: includes invoice reviews, cost tracking.

  • Provides guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to project for the resolution of difficult and complex project control problems.

  • Interfaces with clients, attends regular meetings, and provides statistical reports.

  • Manages a team of Project Control Engineers/Specialists who are qualified to analyze, evaluate, and forecast project costs, as well as performance against an established schedule with critical milestones.

  • Assess the impact(s) of design/construction changes and schedule slippages.

  • Oversees the development and maintenance of an established reporting system to show the hierarchy of cost plans and schedules; keeps project and company management fully informed.

  • Recommends and oversees the customization of project control reporting systems and reports to meet specific project requirements.

  • Creates statistical / cost reports for management on a recurring or ad hoc basis.

  • May be required to make informal or formal presentations.

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

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
  • Requires basic engineering knowledge in electrical, mechanical, civil, or a related fields.

  • Proficient PC skills including a proficiency in various Project Controls Software and Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Proven ability to perform in a supervisory capacity.

  • Thorough knowledge of industry practices is required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or related field)

  • 15-20+ years of related experience, including supervisory/managerial experience.

  • Strong cost management and reporting background is required.

  • Must have Design Project Experience

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00

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.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug‑free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

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