Parsons

Systems Project Manager - Rail & Transit Solutions

Parsons$99K — $185K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, IT, or Business with 10+ years of related work experience, including 2+ years in rail/transit.
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies; PMP designation is beneficial.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Visio required.
  • Familiarity with systems engineering methodologies; INCOSE designation is a plus.
  • Knowledge of technology systems such as CCTV and Fire & Life Safety.
  • Familiarity with industry practices, regulations, and alternative project delivery methods (P3, DB) is advantageous.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and coordinate infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle for rail and transit.
  • Assist in reviewing design drawings and reports, contributing to report-writing and proposals.
  • Ensure effective communication with clients, stakeholders, and the public for project alignment.
  • Prepare project status reports and identify corrective actions when necessary.
  • Support new work proposals, including budget and schedule estimates.
  • Help manage project scope, schedule, costs, and quality assurance.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure project success.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits.
  • Employer-paid provincial care premiums.
  • Participation in a Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP).
  • Access to a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
  • Life insurance coverage provided.
  • Generous paid time off, including sick leave and all provincial holidays.
  • Gym membership discounts available to support a healthy lifestyle.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Parsons has an immediate opening for an Intermediate Systems Project Manager within our Rail & Transit Solutions Canada West division. This role involves managing and coordinating infrastructure projects within the rail and transit sector, ensuring they meet budget, schedule, client satisfaction, and quality standards. You will support project scope management, scheduling, and stakeholder engagement to achieve project goals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide project management support throughout the project life cycle, including preliminary design, feasibility studies, detailed design, and construction for transit projects.
  • Review design drawings and reports, assisting with report-writing and proposal preparation.
  • Maintain communication with clients, stakeholders, and the public, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
  • Prepare project status reports and assist in identifying corrective actions as needed.
  • Support new work proposals, including budget estimates, schedules, and teaming arrangements.
  • Assist in managing project scope, schedule, costs, and quality assurance, including supporting the development of Project Execution Plans, Health and Safety Plans, and Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plans.
  • Collaborate with project engineers, discipline leads, and sub-consultants to develop budgets, schedules, and plans for various project elements.
  • Monitor project schedules and risk registers, providing cost control management and recommending adjustments as necessary.
  • Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to meet project objectives, including supporting consultation sessions.
  • Support contractors performing work in the field for due diligence and construction services.
  • Lead and participate in meetings, record and distribute meeting minutes promptly.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, IT, or Business with 10+ years of related work experience with 2+ years in rail/transit
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies; PMP designation is an asset.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Visio.
  • Familiarity with systems engineering methodologies; INCOSE designation is an asset.
  • Familiarity with technology systems including CCTV, Fire & Life Safety, Telecom & Comms, etc.
  • Knowledge of industry practices and regulations; experience with alternate project delivery methods (P3, DB) is an asset.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Highly motivated and enthusiastic, with a strong desire to grow and succeed.


This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

Salary Range: $99,800 - $185,300

This job posting is for a current addition or replacement opportunity within Parsons.

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 health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!

About Parsons

Parsons Corporation is a technology-driven engineering services firm with more than 70 years of experience in the engineering, construction, technical, and professional services industries. The corporation is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Learn more about Parsons
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$4.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$98.5 million
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+3.8%
Revenue
$3.9 billion
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