Job Description:
Parsons has a need for an Operations/Project Manager on the US Capitol Power Plant's (CPP’s) Utility Distribution System (UDS) O&M and Preventative Maintenance project in Washington, DC. The position is responsible for on-site team management and ensures on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations. The Operations/Project Manager is responsible for scope management and commercial performance of the project to meet project goals and objectives. Plans and defines program goals and devises methods to accomplish them; develops in-depth knowledge of client objectives, contract terms, and corporate policies.
Project:
Inspection, maintenance, and repair services associated with CPP’s UDS (steam and chilled water services) serving 19 Capitol Hill facilities.
Responsibilities:
Oversees/manages a crew of seven craft laborers that includes pipefitters, steamfitters, electricians, mechanics, and safety attendants. Construction site is located in Washington, DC.
Acts as the Company representative with the client and selected subcontractors during the project execution. Negotiates changes to the scope of work with the client and key subcontractors. Markets and secures additional work with client. Responsible for following up on instructions and commitments associated with the project. Oversees establishment of Project Execution Plan, Health and Safety Plan, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and other documents as required. Establishes the program requirements for all areas of the project, and monitors the draft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria.
Plans, directs, supervises, and controls the execution of all business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned project. Assigns responsibility for executing project plans to key subordinates after careful assessment of how to utilize their qualifications and strengths. Provides input to performance reviews and development plans for subordinates.
Develops budgets, schedules, and plans for the various elements of a project. Ensures that the project meets or exceeds goals established in these plans. Works with the key project individual to devise and execute actions plans to rectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant changes to the scope of work. Advises the client and company management of any such changes. The Operations/Project Manager is specifically responsible for maintaining current and timely change orders. Promotes technical and commercial excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes. Other responsibilities include:
- Provides technical guidance and direction to clients and staff
- Coordinates and directs the overall planning of work activities; identifies critical milestones and priorities.
- Provides field-level leadership for Safety in accordance with Parsons procedures.
- Plans and communicates staffing requirements for continuous QA/QC inspection activities.
- Ensures that the services of core staff and subcontractors will be available at the appropriate time to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity.
- Coordinates and procures materials and tools so they are available for repair tasks.
- Monitors costs and assures budgets are maintained.
- Coordinates and manages daily assignments for craft labor.
- Monitors work operations and assures timely inspection reporting, and expedited correction of deficiencies.
- Keeps alert to possible problem areas and takes preventative action to ensure that critical milestones are met.
- Ensures the use of sound work practices to attain required quality control at the maximum efficiency and minimum cost.
- Prepares periodic reports summarizing progress of work activities for higher-level management and clients.
- Assists in the management, evaluation, and settlement of Changes in the Work.
- Chairs project meetings and documents discussions, decisions, and actions due.
- Ensures effective implementation of all Company and client policies and procedures.
- Serves as the primary contact with client representatives and subcontractors. Maintains strong client relations. Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
Qualifications:
- 15+ years of experience in field construction or plant utilities is required
- at least 5 years experience as a project manager at a facility of comparable size, function, and infrastructure to include 1) chilled water and steam systems, 2) generator systems, 3) building automated controls systems in the past 10 years.
- previous experience managing federal or state utility services is desired.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a construction related field (or equivalent construction related work experience)
- US person status required. Candidates will be required to pass a background check and obtain client’s security clearance.
- Requires general knowledge of plumbing and mechanical service distribution systems and a thorough knowledge of industry practices.
- The craft labor personnel perform much of their work in a confined space tunnels. Thus, there will be a requirement for the Operations/Project Manager to pass the following tests in order to periodically enter the tunnels: Heat Stress, Asbestos Awareness, Lock Out/Tag Out, Respiratory Protection, and Safety (all written). Satisfactory completion of a physical fitness test is required.
Security Clearance Requirement:
None This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now. Salary Range: $128,700.00 - $231,700.00 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! 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 https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/ .
