Parsons
Design Manager Lead - Rail and Transit
Parsons, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented
Lead Design Manager
to join our Rail Transit team! In this role you will lead our design team on large Design Build and Alternative Delivery Projects working alongside our Contractor partners. We are seeking candidates that have led Design Teams to deliver rail transit systems and/or facilities for our clients. In this role, you will perform project planning, define project goals, and devise methods to organize and deliver the engineering tasks necessary to accomplish the work. Potential owners/clients you would be supporting would include Sound Transit, HART, TriMet, etc. In addition, you will develop an in-depth knowledge of client objectives while implementing contract terms and corporate policies, and manage budgets and schedules to meet the financial goals of the project. Further, you will lead the project execution to meet the customer’s requirements and criteria.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Responsible to formulate marketing and pursuit strategies working alongside the business development team, including:
teaming partners strategies in various capacities on large design-build pursuits.
in-depth knowledge of client objectives, contract terms, and corporate policies, and familiar with the integration of engineering/technical aspects, as well as procurement and construction activities.
support for the proposal development and price negotiations with subcontractors and contractors.
experience in leading a project from Concept/Initial Project Definition to 30% including accurate costing/scheduling
Coordinate with third parties regarding requirements, agreements, regional entities, utilities, codes, Authorities Having Jurisdiction, adjacent businesses or stakeholders
Provides direction, scope and commercial performance management for large scale Design-Build and/or Alternative Project Delivery (ADP) projects to meet project goals and objectives and ensures on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations. Project scope may include, but not limited to:
Masterplan, design and / or integrate Transit Oriented Development (TOD).
Design and construction of light rail vehicle (LRV) operations and maintenance yards and facilities.
Integration of the transit projects with urban design, master planning, real estate development, regional connections and community considerations.
Design, coordination and construction integration of fixed facilities.
Minimizing impacts to the public.
Protection of the environment, implementation of sustainability strategies and LEED metrics.
Work with transit agencies, municipalities, third parties, and utilities.
Work with Contracting partners to design and implement cost effective solutions.
Acts as the Company representative with the client and selected subcontractors during the program execution.
Negotiates changes to the scope of work with the client and key subcontractors. Markets and secures additional work with client. Follows up on instructions and commitments associated with the project.
May participate in negotiations with regulatory agencies and in public meetings in support of clients.
Oversees establishment of Project Execution Plan, Health and Safety 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.
Plans, directs, supervises, and controls the execution of all business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned 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. Ensures that the project meets or exceeds goals established in these plans.
Promotes technical and commercial excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes.
What Required Skills You’ll Bring:
4-year degree in Civil Engineering (or related)
At least 10+ years of related work experience
Registered Professional Engineer
Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
Experience as Lead Design Manager on Design-Build and/or other Alternative Project Delivery projects is required
Proven background of leading multidisciplinary design teams on challenging, high-profile projects; teamwork, leadership and responsiveness
What Desired Skills You’ll Bring:
Incumbent must meet Parsons’ project management certification requirements and possess a proven ability to perform in a management capacity
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Must be knowledgeable of current technology and how it can be effectively utilized on the project
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/None
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
Salary Range:
$117,000.00 - $227,900.00
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 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.
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Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented
Lead Design Manager
to join our Rail Transit team! In this role you will lead our design team on large Design Build and Alternative Delivery Projects working alongside our Contractor partners. We are seeking candidates that have led Design Teams to deliver rail transit systems and/or facilities for our clients. In this role, you will perform project planning, define project goals, and devise methods to organize and deliver the engineering tasks necessary to accomplish the work. Potential owners/clients you would be supporting would include Sound Transit, HART, TriMet, etc. In addition, you will develop an in-depth knowledge of client objectives while implementing contract terms and corporate policies, and manage budgets and schedules to meet the financial goals of the project. Further, you will lead the project execution to meet the customer’s requirements and criteria.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Responsible to formulate marketing and pursuit strategies working alongside the business development team, including:
teaming partners strategies in various capacities on large design-build pursuits.
in-depth knowledge of client objectives, contract terms, and corporate policies, and familiar with the integration of engineering/technical aspects, as well as procurement and construction activities.
support for the proposal development and price negotiations with subcontractors and contractors.
experience in leading a project from Concept/Initial Project Definition to 30% including accurate costing/scheduling
Coordinate with third parties regarding requirements, agreements, regional entities, utilities, codes, Authorities Having Jurisdiction, adjacent businesses or stakeholders
Provides direction, scope and commercial performance management for large scale Design-Build and/or Alternative Project Delivery (ADP) projects to meet project goals and objectives and ensures on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations. Project scope may include, but not limited to:
Masterplan, design and / or integrate Transit Oriented Development (TOD).
Design and construction of light rail vehicle (LRV) operations and maintenance yards and facilities.
Integration of the transit projects with urban design, master planning, real estate development, regional connections and community considerations.
Design, coordination and construction integration of fixed facilities.
Minimizing impacts to the public.
Protection of the environment, implementation of sustainability strategies and LEED metrics.
Work with transit agencies, municipalities, third parties, and utilities.
Work with Contracting partners to design and implement cost effective solutions.
Acts as the Company representative with the client and selected subcontractors during the program execution.
Negotiates changes to the scope of work with the client and key subcontractors. Markets and secures additional work with client. Follows up on instructions and commitments associated with the project.
May participate in negotiations with regulatory agencies and in public meetings in support of clients.
Oversees establishment of Project Execution Plan, Health and Safety 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.
Plans, directs, supervises, and controls the execution of all business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned 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. Ensures that the project meets or exceeds goals established in these plans.
Promotes technical and commercial excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes.
What Required Skills You’ll Bring:
4-year degree in Civil Engineering (or related)
At least 10+ years of related work experience
Registered Professional Engineer
Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
Experience as Lead Design Manager on Design-Build and/or other Alternative Project Delivery projects is required
Proven background of leading multidisciplinary design teams on challenging, high-profile projects; teamwork, leadership and responsiveness
What Desired Skills You’ll Bring:
Incumbent must meet Parsons’ project management certification requirements and possess a proven ability to perform in a management capacity
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Must be knowledgeable of current technology and how it can be effectively utilized on the project
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/None
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
Salary Range:
$117,000.00 - $227,900.00
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 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.
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