Program Manager; Construction

Sector Program Manager – Border Security Infrastructure

Parsons is seeking an experienced Sector Program Manager to lead construction management for a major federal border security program. The role requires co-location at client border sites and will provide relocation support where necessary.

• Lead the Sector Construction Management Office (SCMO) with an estimated staff of 50 to 75.
• Implement Parsons CM services to meet program goals: schedule, budget, safety, quality, and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate with the client, other Parsons program staff, managers, and construction contractors.
• Apply Construction Management processes across remote project sites for Design‑Build projects.
• Develop solutions to technical and contractual challenges to maintain contractor progress.
• Escalate issues and recommend solutions to regional and national managers and the client.
• Track and report all field and construction progress key performance indicators: safety, quality, schedule, and work in place.
• Manage all internal branch project phases: planning, mobilization, sustainment, and execution.
• Recruit, hire, and onboard qualified personnel in collaboration with the HR/Talent Acquisition team.
• Lead assigned projects to budget and provide oversight of the project portfolio to meet financial and schedule targets.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies within the national risk and control framework.
• Assess future project needs and direct resource acquisition to meet performance metrics.
• Execute corrective actions to address cost overruns, delays, or significant scope changes.
• Monitor and report progress on all project activity within the sector.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Engineering or Construction Management preferred).
• Professional registration preferred (PE).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
• 20+ years of experience managing life‑cycle program management on multi‑$M federal construction programs.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Advanced leadership skills to perform in a senior management capacity.
• Experience with federal government contracting, acquisition, procurement, pricing strategy, and negotiation techniques.
• Profit and Loss (P&L) management experience.
• Expert knowledge of standard practices for Construction Management.
• Demonstrated risk assessment and mitigation across large construction programs.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to pass federal background checks.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain DHS suitability determination.

• Program management, operations, or functional expertise with process improvement orientation.
• Proven leadership of large personnel groups with resolution of complex work assignments.
• High integrity, strong work ethic, and natural confident leader.
• Organize and direct outcomes in a matrixed organization.
• Experience with web‑based project management information systems for submittals and quality assurance reporting.
• Experience with design or constructability reviews, SOW development, technical specifications, and cost estimating.
• Experience reviewing Critical Path Management schedules for multi‑discipline construction projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain long‑term client relationships.

None. This position is part of the Federal Solutions team.

Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays.

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.