[Hiring] Biological Safety Laboratory Project Manager @Parsons Corporation

Role Description

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Project Manager to join our team! In this role you will provide overall leadership and guidance for a complex international Biological Threat Reduction Project (BTRP) in a challenging and dynamic environment. The Project Manager is responsible for:

• Providing direction and management for a design and construction project for a new Pathogen Consolidation Unit associated with a Biological Safety Laboratory project.
• Ensuring on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Scope development, scope management, and commercial performance of the project to meet project goals and objectives.
• Planning and defining program goals and devising methods to accomplish them.
• Developing in-depth knowledge of client objectives, contract terms, and corporate policies.
• Managing a complex international Biological Threat Reduction design and construction Project in Rabat, Morocco.
• Planning and executing training courses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, biosciences, construction management, or business administration.
• 15 years of experience managing projects including 7 years of international projects of similar size and scope.
• Project Management Certification (such as through the Project Management Institute (PMI)).
• Experience managing Integrated Master Schedules, Earned Value Management, Work Breakdown Structures, and facility design/construction or training.
• Experience with BTRP type projects designing and constructing laboratories.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with field personnel in a tactful and effective manner.
• Computer proficiency with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage distributed teams located in foreign countries.

Requirements

• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity.
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and conduct presentations.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to direct and manage team members with day-to-day activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Holidays to fit your busy lifestyle.

Company Description

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.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team, delivering resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe.