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Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.Job Description:\nJob Description Summary\nProvides direction and management for medium-to-large-sized projects within a larger program and ensures on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations. Responsible for the scope development, scope management, and commercial performance of the project to meet project goals and objectives. Plans and defines program goals and devises methods to accomplish them; develops in-depth knowledge of client objectives, contract terms, and corporate policies. Manages the project execution and coordinates the activities of the various functions supporting the effort as well as overseeing the activities of partners, teammates or subcontractors as required. Establishes and maintains customer relationships to ensure the Parsons team is regarded as a collaborative partner in meeting the customer’s goals. Fosters collaboration between internal peers on other programs by identifying opportunities for additional work scope delivered by other teams at Parsons. Adapts execution strategy to evolving customer priorities while ensuring that the overall program remains within budget and schedule.\n Specific Responsibilities\nManage Multiple Large Task Orders related to Parsons role in providing Counter Unmanned Aerial System) CUAS solutions, services and support to various customers including agencies within the Department of Homeland Security(DHS)\n\nProvides functional leadership and regular direction to program specific operations staff.\n\nEstablish and maintain relationships and act as the company representative to customer peers and\n\nDirectly interact with and manage Partner, Teammate and subcontractor execution\n\nRepresent the customers’ viewpoint and clearly flow down customer goals to the team.\n\nLead the detailed planning of new work scope proposed by the customer.\n\nManage the execution of planned work through all project lifecycle phases with responsibilities including:\nEnsuring project/product requirements are clearly defined at the outset of the effort.\n\nEnsuring project technical, financial and schedule goals are met.\n\nPromoting technical and commercial excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes.\n\nTracking potential issues/risks and executing relevant mitigation plans.\n\nSteering the team through reacting and resolving unexpected roadblocks.\n\nTracking program progress using clear, measurable metrics including Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics.\n\nProvide regular status to the customer and internal leadership on execution efforts including progress metrics and recommended resolutions or mitigation plans for any issues.\n\nEffectively collaborate with functional and technical organizations within Parsons to plan, staff and execute the planned work scope.\n\nIdentify opportunities with current and additional customers for additional work scope for both the CUAS team and the larger Parsons organization.\n\nSupport proposal efforts and other marketing activities as required.\n\nQualifications\nRequired\nBachelor's Degree Engineering or related technical/business field\n\nAbility to obtain DHS suitability\n\n15+ years related work experience.\n\nPrevious project management experience on similar or related projects.\n\nExperience leading complex projects for US Government Customers.\n\nExperience preparing and presenting program for large, complex projects including WBS generation, cost-estimating and EVM practices.\n\nAbility to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where rapid results save lives.\n\nPrior lead/leadership experience.\n\nExperience working in high visibility roles.\n\nDesired\nExperience with Counter-UAS or UAS programs.\n\nExperience with programs/projects for DHS agencies.\n\nFamiliarity with Agile development practices.\n\nExperience with all phases of the program life-cycle.\n\nPMP or equivalent certifications.\n\n Security Clearance Requirement:\nNoneThis 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.Salary Range: $148,300.00 - $266,900.00We 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.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!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. 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