United States onlyJob Description:
Senior Technical Consultant – Rail and Transit
Opportunity :
Parsons is now hiring for a highly experienced Senior Technical Consultant to provide guidance and expertise to supporting various rail and transit programs in the USA, inclusive of the Austin Rail Project in Texas.
Provides technical expertise serving as a SME (Subject Matter Expert) to work teams supporting business objectives by meeting customer and technical requirements. Works to solve a variety of business problems with up-to-date advanced solutions.
This role can be virtually based anywhere in the USA, with a preference to be based in the Texas region.
Specific Responsibilities
- Provide technical advice and contribute to a team of Systems Specialists in the design, delivery and construction support of Rail Transit systems works.
- Coordinate with other technical disciplines across the organization to ensure integrated and comprehensive engineering solutions.
- A key responsibility will be to assist in business development activities, including proposal preparation, project methodology development, work programs, schedules, and budgets.
- Prepare technical reports and documentation for clients and project management, ensuring technical excellence and quality assurance of project tasks and deliverables.
- Stay informed of trends, developments, and advancements in the transportation design field to maintain technical competency and provide state-of-the-art services and advice to clients.
- Nurture and grow client and industry partner relationships to support business growth.
- Perform other responsibilities as appropriate for the position.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Exceptional ability to work well with others
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team
- Working knowledge of and ability to apply best industry practices and regulations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
- Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
- Ability to understand complex and in-depth technical situations and related business challenges
Education and Typical Experience
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
- Typical Experience:
- 12 years or more experience as a technical consultant with program management in the rail and transit industry
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: $128,700.00 - $231,700.00We 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 tohttps://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
