Gestionnaire, Direction technique – Ferroviaire et transport collectif - Est du Canada / Area Manager Eastern Canada – Technical Senior Director - Rail and Transit

Parsons Corporation•Montreal, QC

2d•Hybrid

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: Souhaitez-vous contribuer à des projets de transport complexes appelés à laisser une empreinte durable partout dans l’Est du Canada? Chef de file mondial en solutions ferroviaires et de transport collectif, Parsons conçoit et met en œuvre des solutions transformatrices qui permettent aux réseaux de transport complexes d’évoluer de façon sécuritaire, fiable et efficiente. Nous offrons à nos clients des capacités distinctives et une expertise spécialisée qui démarquent Parsons dans le marché. Nos interventions couvrent l’ensemble des composantes du transport collectif, notamment les réseaux ferroviaires principaux, les trains de banlieue, les systèmes de transport léger sur rail et les réseaux d’autobus. Parsons est à la recherche d’un(e) Gestionnaire de secteur expérimenté(e) en ferroviaire et transport collectif pour l’Est du Canada, idéalement basé(e) au Québec. Le poste comporte des déplacements dans l’ensemble de la région, notamment en Ontario et dans les Maritimes. La personne recherchée possède une expérience diversifiée dans le développement et la réalisation de solutions de systèmes ferroviaires et de transport collectif, incluant les infrastructures, les systèmes ainsi que l’exploitation et la maintenance. Dans le cadre de ce rôle, vous aurez la responsabilité de bâtir et de diriger une équipe de professionnels en ingénierie à travers l’Est du Canada, de développer et entretenir des relations stratégiques avec les clients, de piloter les démarches de soumission, d’assurer la gestion de projets et de superviser la performance commerciale des mandats afin d’en garantir l’atteinte des objectifs. Vous jouerez également un rôle clé dans l’établissement de la présence de Parsons sur ce marché, dans le développement du pipeline d’occasions, dans la structuration de l’équipe et dans le positionnement de l’entreprise pour la conquête de nouveaux mandats. This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next! This job posting is for a current addition or replacement opportunity within Parsons. Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/. Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Requirements

Proven people leader with demonstrated experience managing and developing high-performing, multi-disciplinary project teams
Extensive Rail & Transit systems experience in North America, covering infrastructure, systems, and O&M
15+ years of engineering management experience on large-scale, complex transit programs
Broad technical and business background in the rail industry, including deep knowledge of relevant standards and best practices
Comfortable operating in complex, multi-disciplinary program environments with responsibility for multiple system domains
Able to act as a technical lead, providing direction and oversight across systems engineering, integration, and delivery
Bilingual (French/English), French is required for permanent positions located in Québec to ensure effective communication with local colleagues and partners. English is also required to communicate with stakeholders outside Québec and to understand the technical documentation related to the position.
Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering or related technical/business discipline
Professional engineering designation (Ing) with OIQ, or eligibility for accreditation in Quebec
Stakeholder Leadership & Government/Regulatory Interface: Proven experience working with municipal, provincial, and federal transit agencies, regulators, and public-sector stakeholders
Ability to represent Parsons at senior levels, influence decision-makers, and navigate complex political and regulatory environments
Strategic Planning & Portfolio Management: Experience shaping and executing regional or sector strategies for Rail & Transit markets
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance a portfolio of pursuits and projects, aligning delivery, resources, and commercial objectives
Skilled at translating strategy into actionable business and project plans
Commercial & Contractual Leadership: Strong understanding of major contract models in transit, including design-build, EPC, PPP, and alliance structures
Proven ability to lead commercial negotiations, manage contract risk, and protect/enhance project margins
Track record of delivering projects to commercial KPIs, including profitability, risk management, and client satisfaction
Client Relationships & Market Growth: Established relationships with key public-sector transit clients and authorities in Eastern Canada
Demonstrated success in winning and delivering major Rail & Transit assignments, including multi-year, multi-disciplinary programs
Ability to develop and execute annual business plans, focusing on revenue growth, margin improvement, and a sustainable pipeline of opportunities

Responsibilities

Act as a core member of the Canada Rail and Transit Solution management team
Develop and manage a team of interdisciplinary professionals across Eastern Canada.
Support and contribute to strategic initiatives, client management plans and business plans for Eastern Canada ensuring alignment with the overall goals of Canada’s Critical Infrastructure business
Successfully win and manage complex projects within the operational and strategic framework of Parsons in Canada
Mobilize company resources or hire new employees to create project teams capable of completing effective, quality work.
Integrate competing and/or conflicting elements into the planning and execution processes so that project requirements and delivery flow smoothly.
Act as the Company representative with the client and select subcontractors during the program execution.
Assess contract risk and negotiate changes to the scope of work with the client and key subcontractors including marketing and securing additional work with the client.
Promote technical and commercial excellence on the project through the application of Quality Assurance processes.
Identify and qualify project opportunities across the region, support bid development, and maintain working-level client relationships in coordination with regional BD leadership.