Project Controls Director, FAA New ATC System

Parsons Corporation • Washington, DC

82d • $155,600 - $280,100

About The Position

Our Federal Engineered Systems Global Business Unit is a world-class leader in delivering Engineering and Technology enhancing solutions to Federal DoD and Civilian clients. The FAA has a once in a generation opportunity to transform U.S. air traffic control by 2028. Success requires proven FAA integration expertise, program delivery management, technical leadership, and a single point of accountability who stakes its reputation on delivery. Only Parsons brings all three. Our Vision is to replace the FAA's unsustainable legacy systems with a unified, integrated mission environment that creates the foundation for integrating advanced air mobility, unmanned aircraft, and next-generation technologies. Parsons is seeking a Project Controls Director to provide program performance and cost and schedule containment in delivering the FAA/DOT/Administration’s plan to build a brand new Air Traffic Control System. Preference is for candidates located in the National Capital Region (NCR). Parsons will consider remote/hybrid employees with the expectation of 75% travel to the NCR.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 20 + years of related work experience, including supervisory and management experience in project management and/or controls, is required.
• A professional registration is required.
• Prior experience must include Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Controls, and Executive Reporting at a portfolio or enterprise level.
• Familiarity with the integration of engineering/technical aspects, as well as procurement and construction activities.
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
• Knowledge of current technology and how it can be effectively utilized on projects.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the Federal Aviation market, with specific recent experience and knowledge FAA, USACE, DoD, and other federal Agencies.
• PMO leadership experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, supervises, and controls the execution of all business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned project.
• Oversees establishment of Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and other documents as required.
• Establishes the program requirements for all areas of the project, and monitors the draft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria.
• Assigns responsibility for executing project plans to key subordinates after careful assessment of how to utilize their qualifications and strengths.
• Responsible for following up on instructions and commitments associated with the project.
• Mobilizes company resources, through liaison with support departments, other offices, or subsidiaries, to create project teams capable of completing effective, quality work.
• Works with other managers, project engineers, and discipline leads to develop budgets, schedules, and plans for the various elements of a project.
• Works with the key project individual to devise and execute actions plans to rectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant changes to the scope of work; advises the client and company management of changes.
• Responsible for maintaining current and timely change orders.
• Promotes technical and commercial excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes.
• Monitors and reports to management on the progress of all project activity within the program, including significant milestones, and any conditions, which would affect project cost or schedule.
• Establishes weekly meeting to review project status and formulate action items.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Flexible work schedules
• Holidays to fit your busy lifestyle

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees