Senior Program Director - Rail and Transit Leader - Parsons : Job Details

Parsons is looking for a Rail and Transit Leader to join our team. The Rail and Transit Leader (RTL) focuses on the identification, capture, and execution of work for key clients. Parsons Infrastructure comprises a team of engineers and technicians in 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. The RTL is accountable for refining business strategy, growth, profit and loss performance, talent management, and oversight of the operations including directing and managing large/complex projects. The RTL must be an effective “seller/doer”, able to balance operational management, business development, and project management responsibilities. The RTL 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 may be required. The RTL 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.

What You'll Be Doing

Operational Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and operational direction:

• Collaborate with the Regional and Area Managers to develop annual strategic initiatives.
• Define operational and financial goals overall and for individual direct reports.
• Implement operational policies and procedures.
• Ensure policies and objectives are understood and applied effectively.
• Review, evaluate and approve requests including contracts, appropriations, and expenditure within authority, escalate others as appropriate.

•Manage P&L and profitable growth of the business:

• Work with the Project Managers to optimize billing cycle and cash flow.
• Collaborate with the relevant Business Development Manager/Team to implement a growth agenda and be accountable for commercial success.
• Measure financial success against established objectives and ensure corrective action as needed.

•Drive execution excellence:

• Implement Safety policies and training.
• Guide and oversee the preparation of proposals and client presentations for pursuits.
• Win and manage complex systems, 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.

•Create a high-performance culture:

• Develop, recruit and retain top industry talent.
• Drive collaborative behavior with other offices, Areas and Corporate Executives.
• Regularly appraise management team including compensation changes as appropriate.
• Recommend compensation changes for regional staff.
• Promote learning opportunities for the staff.
• Maintain an organizational structure that is streamlined, efficient and effective. It shall also promote client-focused delivery and provide for career growth and advancement.

Business Development/Growth Responsibilities:

• Work with the relevant Business Development Director/Team to develop a business and strategic plan aligned with the objectives of the Area and the Region.
• Establish clear plan to achieve goals by identifying and prioritizing clients and prospects.
• 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.
• Maintain strong relations with local and regional clients.
• Support contractor relationships regarding APD prospects and pursuits.

Other responsibilities:

• Shared Business Unit responsibilities:

• 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.

Key Leadership Capabilities & What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Drives growth while managing efficiency in short and long term.
• Manages large, diverse teams and builds consensus between technical disciplines.
• Serves as a strong leader, fostering a culture of accountability, rewards, and consequences.
• Focus on growth and development of staff and the practice.
• Achieves maximum productivity by implementing best practices for utilizing communication technology, automation, and various software applications.
• Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to make effective presentations to senior management and clients.
• Possesses experience managing/overseeing large ($100MM+ construction value) rail, systems, bridge or highway projects.
• Supports the overall success of the company by being a strong collaborator with other business units and geographies
• Consistently exercises and demonstrates a sound Business Acumen.
• Possesses a 4-year degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering and 20+ years of diverse experience. Professional registration or certification in field of expertise and active membership in a professional society is also required.

Key Performance metrics:

• Revenue and margin growth aligned with business plan
• Sales growth (GPS, Client Contact)
• Cash flow & billing cycle performance
• Revenue and profit margin (GPP, NOI, and Revenue)
• Portfolio / key account performance
• Personnel retention and hiring

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

A full-service engineering and construction firm, we work in diverse, 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.

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 committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company's core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

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!

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. 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!

Salary Range: $167,400.00 - $314,500.00

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to Parsons' fraud prevention page. 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.