Project Controls Director, FAA New ATC System

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Job Description:

Our Federal Engineered Systems Global Business Unit is a world-class leader in delivering Engineering and Technology enhancing solutions to Federal DoD and Civilian clients. 

 

The FAA has a once in a generation opportunity to transform U.S. air traffic control by 2028. Success requires proven FAA integration expertise, program delivery management, technical leadership, and a single point of accountability who stakes its reputation on delivery. Only Parsons brings all three.

 

Our Vision is to replace the FAA's unsustainable legacy systems with a unified, integrated mission environment that creates the foundation for integrating advanced air mobility, unmanned aircraft, and next-generation technologies.

 

Parsons is seeking a Project Controls Director to provide program performance and cost and schedule containment in delivering the FAA/DOT/Administration’s plan to build a brand new Air Traffic Control System. 

 

Preference is for candidates located in the National Capital Region (NCR). Parsons will consider remote/hybrid employees with the expectation of 75% travel to the NCR.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Plans, directs, supervises, and controls the execution of all business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned project.
• Oversees establishment of Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and other documents as required.
• Establishes the program requirements for all areas of the project, and monitors the draft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria.
• Assigns responsibility for executing project plans to key subordinates after careful assessment of how to utilize their qualifications and strengths.
• Responsible for following up on instructions and commitments associated with the project.
• Mobilizes company resources, through liaison with support departments, other offices, or subsidiaries, to create project teams capable of completing effective, quality work.
• Works with other managers, project engineers, and discipline leads to develop budgets, schedules, and plans for the various elements of a project.
• Works with the key project individual to devise and execute actions plans to rectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant changes to the scope of work; advises the client and company management of changes.
• Responsible for maintaining current and timely change orders.
• Promotes technical and commercial excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes
• Monitors and reports to management on the progress of all project activity within the program, including significant milestones, and any conditions, which would affect project cost or schedule.
• Establishes weekly meeting to review project status and formulate action items.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• BS/BA degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 20 + years of related work experience, including supervisory and management experience in project management and/or controls, is required. 
• A professional registration is required.
• Prior experience must include Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Controls, and Executive Reporting at a portfolio or enterprise level.
• Familiarity with the integration of engineering/technical aspects, as well as procurement and construction activities
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity
•  Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
• Knowledge of current technology and how it can be effectively utilized on projects

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience in the Federal Aviation market, with specific recent experience and knowledge FAA, USACE, DoD, and other federal Agencies.
• PMO leadership experience is preferred.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

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.

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