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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an Aviation Project Manager/Construction Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to work on the Baggage Handling System at SeaTac Airport.
This is an intermediate level capital project manager job. Incumbents manage projects from limited to moderate size and scope or provide a support role on larger, more complex projects. Routine work is performed under minimal supervision; more complex tasks/projects under closer supervision.
This job is distinguished from Level I project managers in that incumbents are assigned projects somewhat controversial in nature. For example, incumbents may provide information and explanation and may not need to persuade, negotiate or defend beyond the normal working through of differences.
Incumbents may provide lead direction to project support staff.
Routine environmental and other permitting work may be involved as well as routine interactions with other government agencies.
Essential Functions
- Effectively lead, manage and facilitate capital construction projects from approval to completion.
- Assist/support project sponsors with project set up including developing project scope, initial budget estimates, preliminary project schedules and providing input for obtaining project planning funds.
- Develop and maintain project notebooks.
- Select, assemble and lead and/or manage project teams of in-house staff and/or consultants.
- Coordinate project activities with multiple stakeholders including, among others, operations, Port staff, and tenants.
- Minimize disruptions to operations and the public.
- Ensure that provisions to ensure the safety of the public, Port staff, and contractors are included in project plans.
- Plan, research, budget and schedule assigned projects.
- Manage, track and report project controls including project scope, schedule, budget and authorization.
- Approve invoices according to Port guidelines.
- Prepare Service Agreements (SA) and amendments.
- Monitor and evaluate projects through regular interaction with project team (contractors, consultants, in-house project staff, stakeholders, etc.) to ensure adherence to project specifications and standards.
- Serve as principal point of contact for all issues related to assigned projects.
- Ensure compliance to Federal, State, Port and other regulatory agency regulations and guidelines.
- Supervise project closeout and budget reconciliation and evaluation.
- Participate in project planning meetings to discuss/determine project objectives, plan scope, schedule and budget.
- Participate in the development of presentations and documents including Commission memos, SAs, Purchase Orders and RFQs.
- Plan and develop a community communications plan to inform and explain project objectives.
- Develop, negotiate and manage routine to moderately complex consultant contracts, budgets, and schedules for design and construction.
- Monitor and coordinate activities of contractors, consultants, and stakeholders during project.
- Manage routine environmental and other permitting processes. Interact with Port departments and other government agencies on routine to moderately complex issues.
- Assist tenants with understanding Port processes.
- May provide lead direction to project support staff or Level I capital project managers.
- Plan the procurement strategy for the project in conjunction with sponsors, Construction Manager, Chief Procurement Officer and the Office of Social Responsibility.
Minimum Qualifications
- 2-5 years general project management experience or construction/engineering experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management architecture, engineering, business, planning, environmental science or any related field.
- Additional experience may be substituted for education; 2 years’ experience equal 1 year of education
Preferred Qualifications
- Airport or Seaport operations level experience
- Engineer In Training certificate
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Working knowledge of project management principles, practices and procedures including cost estimating and managing project budgets and schedules.
- Fundamental knowledge of engineering and architectural design principles, practices and procedures.
- Working knowledge of construction principles, practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of federal, state and local regulatory agencies and related regulations, guidelines and procedures as they relate to Port capital construction projects.
- Demonstrated effective leadership skills and the ability to effectively influence people without direct authority.
- Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Well-developed research and analysis skills.
- Proficient computer skills including the use of various computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint), Microsoft Project, and other database and project management software. Proficient in Bluebeam.
- Skill in utilizing critical and creative thinking, and problem solving.
- Skill in working as an effective team member.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to understand project plans and specifications.
- Ability to prioritize competing tasks and pay attention to detail.
- Ability to lead project teams consisting of both in-house and consultant staff in engineering, design and construction.
- Ability to maintain effective relationships with internal Port customers and stake holders.
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/None
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, 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 new possibilities.
Salary Range:
$96,400.00 - $168,700.00
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!
The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates.
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.
We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
