Assistant Project Manager - Rail and Transit

Parsons•Newark, NY

About The Position

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. 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: Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Assistant Proje ct Manager - Rail and Transit to join our team! In this role, you'll have the privilege of working on the premier Infrastructure project in the Country, as well as receive all of the benefits of working for Parsons! This Program is the most Urgent infrastructure program in the country - a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark NJ and NYC. Specific Responsibilities Program background The Gateway Program is the most urgent infrastructure program in the country – a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark, New Jersey and New York City, the busiest section of the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The first phase of the Gateway Program includes the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), which includes the construction of a new two-track tunnel under the Hudson River connecting to Penn Station New York as well as the full rehabilitation of the existing 110-year-old North River Tunnel. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC), established through bi-state legislation, is responsible for the financing and development of the Hudson Tunnel Project. What you'll be doing: The Assistant Project Manager will support the delivery of the Hudson Tunnel Project, working closely with NJ TRANSIT, the Gateway Development Commission, and project partners. This role involves assisting with project controls, compliance, coordination, reporting, and field management to ensure successful package delivery and adherence to all technical, regulatory, and contractual requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in project management or construction management, preferably on large-scale infrastructure or transportation projects.
Experience with federally funded projects and compliance with environmental and regulatory frameworks is preferred.
P2A delivery, Civil rail experience.
Experience working on tunnel, rail, or major transportation infrastructure projects.
Ability to proactively identify issues, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement.
Commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation in project delivery.

Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Team Support Maintain efficient organizational and reporting structures for project personnel. Advise on staffing changes and support team management. Assist with contract administration and coordination with project partners. Participate in steering committee and technical standards meetings, supporting integration of package activities into the broader project.
Agency & Stakeholder Support Assist with procurement coordination, technical and project management issues, and scope packaging decisions. Identify and provide relevant documents in response to public records requests. Schedule and conduct progress meetings, publish meeting minutes, and assist in developing presentations, technical briefings, and reports. Respond to special requests and technical evaluations, including environmental and preliminary design reviews.
Compliance & Environmental Management Support development and implementation of environmental monitoring and compliance programs. Assist with NEPA evaluations and reviews of proposed package changes. Implement environmental control processes and hazardous materials tracking. Review construction environmental control plans and support soils and materials management. Assist with grants administration, Buy America compliance, and community engagement activities.
Project Controls & Reporting Support implementation of project controls, schedule management, cost estimating, and budget management. Update risk registers and assessment reports. Assist with document and records controls, change management, and dispute resolution. Monitor and document package status, including daily, monthly, and quarterly reports on safety, quality, progress, and compliance.
Project Management & Communication Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder engagement and reporting.
Compliance & Quality Understanding of federal, state, and local codes, standards, and permitting processes. Experience in change management, risk management, and dispute resolution.