DC Office Operations Manager/Senior Program Director, Transportation Engineering

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a talented DC Office Operations Manager/Senior Program Director, Transportation Engineering to join our team! In this role you will get to lead the Transportation Engineering team in the DC area.

Purpose of the role:

The selected candidate will be accountable for supporting business strategy, growth, profit and loss performance, talent management, and oversight of the operations, including directing and managing large/complex projects. Candidate must be an effective "seller/doer", able to balance operational management, business development, and project management responsibilities. Candidate must also be a creative and innovative leader, able to communicate a vision and inspire others and effectively mentor and develop individual and team talent. Willingness to occasionally travel to various offices and to client or project site locations is expected. The selected candidate will work with business and technical leadership to continue technical and management excellence while growing a successful and sustainable business practice that fosters a challenging and fun workplace.

Drive Executional Excellence:

• Implement Safety policies and training.
• Guide and oversee the preparation of proposals and client presentations for pursuits.
• Win and manage complex civil and structural projects aligned with area strategy.
• Implement quality policies and procedures and pursue continuous improvement through innovation and creative thinking.
• Manage and direct every phase of significant projects or programs to ensure on-schedule completion within or below budget and in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Promote technical and commercial excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and productive work relationships with all employees, clients, and stakeholders.
• Work with the Technical Organization leaders to properly staff projects for success.
• Complete project reviews in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure that accurate business reports are prepared as scheduled.

Drive a High-Performance Culture:

• Recruit, develop, and retain top industry talent.
• Drive collaborative behavior with other offices and teams.
• Regularly appraise management team including compensation changes as appropriate.
• Promote learning opportunities for the staff.
• Support and maintain an organizational structure that is streamlined, efficient and effective.

Provide Strategic and Operational Direction:

• Collaborate with the Area Manager to support annual strategic initiatives
• Work with the relevant Business Development Manager/Team to develop a business plan aligned with the objectives of the Area.
• Define office-based operational and financial goals overall and for individual direct reports.
• Establish clear plan(s) to achieve goals by identifying and prioritizing clients and prospects.
• Implement and reinforce operational policies and procedures.
• Review, evaluate, and approve requests including contracts, appropriations, and expenditure within authority, escalate others as appropriate.

Manage Office and Project-Base P&L for Profitable Growth:

• Work with the Project Managers to optimize billing cycle and cash flow.
• Collaborate with the relevant Business Development Manager/Team to implement a growth agenda and be accountable for commercial success.
• Measure financial success against established objectives and ensure corrective action as needed.

Client Engagement and Relationship Development for Growth:

• Identify, develop, and maintain key accounts.
• Enhance Parsons' profile and reach across the industry through participation in professional and industry organizations and attending related events.
• Maintain strong relations with local clients.
• Support contractor relationships regarding APD prospects and pursuits.

Leadership and Functional Management:

• Drives growth while managing efficiency in short and long term.
• Manages large, diverse teams and builds consensus between technical disciplines.
• Serves as a strong leader, fostering a culture of accountability, rewards, and consequences.
• Achieves maximum productivity by implementing best practices for utilizing communication technology, automation, and various software applications.
• Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to make effective presentations to senior management and clients.
• Possesses experience managing/overseeing large ($500M+ construction value) bridge or highway projects/programs.
• Supports the overall success of the company by being a strong collaborator with other business units and geographies
• Consistently exercises and demonstrates a sound Business Acumen.
• Possesses a 4-year degree in Civil Engineering and 20+ years of diverse experience. Professional registration or certification in field of expertise and active membership in a professional society is also required.

Performance metrics:

• Revenue and margin growth aligned with business plan
• Sales growth (GPS, Client Contact)
• Cash flow & billing cycle performance
• Portfolio/key account performance
• Personnel retention and hiring

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis 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: $157,500.00 - $283,500.00We 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!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.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.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!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to .