Parsons Corporation
Multinational technology‑driven engineering and infrastructure firm serving government and private sectors.
2 days ago
$167,400 - $314,500
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Orlando, Florida, United States | Boston, Massachusetts, United States | Troy, Michigan, United States | New York, New York, United States | Akron, Ohio, United States
Hybrid
Company Size
19,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
design‑build
rail transit
team leadership
marketing
scope development
commercial performance
The Senior Design‑Build Design Manager will lead rail and transit projects within Parsons’ extensive design‑build portfolio, which includes landmark systems such as the NJ‑EWR Airport People Mover and the NY East Side Access. Working remotely with required travel to job sites, you will oversee large‑scale initiatives across the Northeast and Southeast United States. The role offers opportunities to shape marketing, pursuit strategy, scope development, and commercial performance for high‑profile infrastructure.
- Manage design‑build rail or transit programs with total installed cost exceeding $1 billion.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver major transportation improvements across the United States.
- Direct marketing, pursuit, scope development, and commercial performance for high‑profile projects.
- Provide hands‑on, professional leadership with effective presence.
Requirements
civil engineering
professional engineer
20+ years
design‑build
rail transit
business acumen
- Hold a 4‑year degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) and be a licensed Professional Engineer.
- Bring 20+ years of design‑build experience, including rail and transit project leadership.
- Demonstrate strong business and commercial acumen and the ability to craft winning proposal strategies.
- Work remotely with required travel to project sites; no security clearance needed.
Benefits
Parsons invites you to imagine a career where you thrive among exceptional people while being yourself. Guided by a leadership vision that values people, embraces agility, and fosters growth, the company cultivates an innovative culture that empowers employees to reach their full potential. This environment encourages you to unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.
Compensation ranges from $167,400 to $314,500, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, paid time off, ESOP, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays. Parsons values employee wellbeing and offers growth opportunities that allow you to aim for the stars. The organization supports an inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.
- Receive a salary of $167,400–$314,500 plus benefits: medical, dental, vision, PTO, ESOP, 401(k), life insurance, flexible schedules, and holidays.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
1944 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1944 by Ralph M. Parsons in California.
$6 Billion Annual
Revenue Figure
The firm generates an average of $6 billion in annual revenue.
Free Space Shuttle Move
Notable Achievement
The company successfully transported the Space Shuttle Endeavour at no cost.
- Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally.
- It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction.
- Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works.
- Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects.
- The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.
Culture + Values
- Safety: We adeptly avoid risk through our high‑value technical and management solutions and a companywide, personal commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy culture and environment in all our offices and on each of our projects.
- Quality: We’re on a never‑ending quest to improve our processes, services, and products. Our quality management systems ensure ISO 9001 compliance every time…
- Integrity: Having integrity means that we remain transparent in our practices by openly communicating with each other, our customers, and stakeholders; that we prioritize the quality of every job; and that we do the right thing each time we’re faced with a tough decision.
- Innovation: Through intensive research and development, partnerships, and rapid prototyping, we confidently provide inventive processes and unique solutions that offer unrivaled value to our customers.
- Sustainability: We operate in accordance with best practices to deliver solutions while addressing environmental risk and minimizing our carbon footprint.
Environment + Sustainability
50% Reduction
Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG Emissions by 2030
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, referencing a 2019 base year.
100% Renewable
Electricity Sourcing by 2028
A commitment to sourcing 100% of electricity from renewable sources by 2028, having started from 0% in 2019.
90% Reduction
Absolute GHG Emissions by 2045
Long-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2045.
Net-Zero Goal
GHG Emissions by 2045
Comprehensive target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2045.
- Purchased renewable energy certificates and reduced market-based Scope 2 emissions in 2023.
- Achieved significant diversion of shredded paper and repurposed electronics in 2023.
- Recycled or repurposed hardware units in Middle East offices in 2023.
Inclusion & Diversity
34% increase
Diversity Representation
The organization achieved a significant 34% increase in diversity representation across the enterprise in 2021.
33% increase
Women in Leadership
Women in leadership roles grew by 33% within the organization in 2021, reflecting progress in gender diversity.
50% diverse
Executive Leadership
The executive leadership team was 50% diverse and demonstrated a strong commitment to inclusion in early 2022.
100% score
Human Rights Campaign Index
The organization earned a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index for 2023–2024, highlighting its dedication to LGBTQ+ equality.
- Created a DEI Council in 2017 to unify efforts around diversity and inclusion.
- Supports Employee Business Resource Groups such as MILVET, HOLA, PRIDE Alliance, BELONG, PWR, SOAR, and FORCE to foster networking, mentorship, and professional development.
- Recognized as one of Forbes' 2023 Best Employers for Diversity.