Deputy Regional Program Manager (Chicago Area)

Parsons Corporation•USA IL (Virtual Office), IL

19h•$125,100 - $225,200•Hybrid

About The Position

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the Technical Support Services Contract 5 (T5) to Parsons in April 2023, with Parsons as the prime contractor. This $1.8+ billion contract has a 4-year base period with two 3-year options. The statement of work includes a variety of activities that support the FAA’s Capital Investment Plan (CIP) and certain reimbursable programs, the FAA NextGen Program, national security programs and aviation safety. Specifically, work includes site selection and engineering, construction, environmental and fire/life safety, equipment installation and testing, drafting, contract surveillance, and other technical services as required. Work is performed across the nation in each of the FAA’s nine regions as well as the Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and the Technical Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey and in several U.S. territories. An average staff of 500 with a peak staff over 650 supports this contract, in addition to those subcontractors who perform construction work. This position provides direction and management to a team of Field Project Managers, Engineers, Construction Managers, Drafters, and Service Contract Act (SCA) field personnel for all work efforts in the region. The successful candidate is responsible for assisting the Regional Manager with the business, technical, and administrative management of all activity in the region. Plans and defines program goals and devises methods to accomplish them; develops in-depth knowledge of client objectives, contract terms, and corporate policies. Should be familiar with the integration of engineering, procurement, and construction activities including aviation related, engineering design (civil, electrical, etc.) for various National Air Space systems and equipment providing critical information for Air Traffic Control. The successful candidate must be able to manage a program up to $50 million in total value. Serves on a Full-Time basis, as a Deputy Regional Program Manager/Project Manager supporting the Technical Support Services Contract Program supporting activities based out of the FAA’s Great Lakes & Central Regions. 25% Travel Required. Must be local to the Chicago, IL area (within 50 miles). Work is mostly remote with visits to the Great Lakes & Central Regional offices required.

Requirements

15+ years of professional experience
A 4-year degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering or related field
A broad general engineering background and project/program management experience on similar project types is required.
Must be able to meet customer security requirements.
A background check by federal authorities will be performed.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on FAA or aviation projects is preferred.
Proven ability to perform in a management capacity
Excellent written and oral communications skills
A thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations are required.
Must also possess a thorough knowledge of current technology and be able to select and apply appropriate engineering software for use on projects.
Proven ability in team building, problem solving and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

Assists the Regional Manager in the day-to-day operations of a regional offices.
Acts as the Company representative with the client and selected subcontractors during the program execution.
Understands and leverages program and corporate capabilities to maximize regional performance and sells our services to current and potential customers at the regional level.
Assists the Regional Manager and staff of technical employees including project managers, engineers, administrative support staff, and field operations staff including resident engineers and installation technicians.
Monitors the performance of all team members and augments staff as necessary by adding and reducing staff to ensure optimal regional results.
Assists in developing staff through applied training and mentorship.
Assists the Regional Manager with incoming work requests from local clients including task analysis, development of implementation strategies, creation of work plans, establishing technical teams, and establishing project budgets and schedules.
Assists the Regional Manager in Overseeing the implementation and execution of all project processes and procedures in accordance with the approved Program Management Plan.
Promotes technical excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes and monitors performance of all regional work including technical, safety, quality, cost, and schedule aspects of each project.
Develops and implements improvement strategies and conflict resolution techniques where required to ensure high customer satisfaction is achieved.
Monitors and reports to National Program management on the progress of all project activity within the program, including significant milestones, high-risk and high-profile projects on a routine basis.
Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.