Intermediate Systems Field Project Manager – Rail & Transit Solutions

ParsonsKellogg is seeking an Intermediate Systems Field Project Manager within their Rail & Transit Solutions division. The role involves managing and coordinating infrastructure projects within the rail and transit sector, ensuring they meet budget, schedule, client satisfaction, and quality standards.

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

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, IT, or Business with 5-10 years of related work experience with 2–5 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