Road & Transportation Project Manager - VDOT

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Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and accomplished Road & Transportation Project Manager to join our team in Centreville, Virginia. This is a leadership role for a seasoned professional who understands how to successfully plan, design, and deliver complex roadway and transportation projects, while building strong client relationships and helping grow the business.

The ideal candidate is a proven leader who inspires trust, loyalty, and commitment; brings deep technical expertise in roadway design and transportation infrastructure; and has extensive experience working with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). This individual must be comfortable leading teams, managing project delivery from design through construction, supporting business development efforts, and serving as a visible and trusted client partner.

Responsibilities:

• In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing a civil design team’s technical deliverables and meeting project schedules from design through construction.

• Using your technical expertise, you will ensure the highest quality engineering is put forth to meet all design requirements.

• Our PMs are heavily involved in identifying new business and participate in the proposal process, and then stay technically hands on throughout the life of the project, managing the project through final execution.

• We expect you to identify new opportunities with your current contacts in the region and help grow the business.

Qualifications:

• 12 years or more experience on major road and highway projects, with a demonstrated work history in project management

• VA/MD/DC experience is required

• BS degree in civil engineering or a related field is required, and a background in road/highway projects, as well as previous supervisory or PM experience, is required.

• Must have the ability and willingness to interface with clients, participate in BD functions and enjoy being hands on technically in the project.

• Proven leadership and team-building skills along with a professional demeanor

• Knowledge of VA/MD/D clients and professional network in the area is preferred, but PM experience with state DOT projects in other states is considered

• PE license is required

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

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!

Salary Range: $125,100.00 - $225,200.00

We 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.

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