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Job Description:
Parsons is seeking a highly experienced Project Director to join our Federal Solutions team. The successful candidate will bring extensive experience leading complex federal, DoD, and industrial megaprojects from design through construction and turnover.
Parsons routinely delivers programs on secure federal installations and complex industrial sites. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership, commercial awareness, and the ability to navigate multi-party environments while protecting the client’s interests.
An attractive Parsons compensation and benefits package is offered. This role provides the opportunity to lead major defense and industrial manufacturing programs while mentoring project teams and strengthening Parsons’ project delivery capabilities.
Position requires substantial on-site presence at client and federal facilities during critical project phases, with travel as needed to support design, construction, and stakeholder coordination.
This position is based near Little Rock, Arkansas and is part of a 4–5 year contract. During the first year, remote work is permitted. After the first year, the selected candidate will be required to either reside within commuting distance of Little Rock, AR or be willing to relocate to the area.
What You'll Be Doing:
Project Directors at Parsons are responsible for overall project coordination, schedule and budget control, risk management, and providing clear decision-making support to clients. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, interface with owners, designers, contractors, and stakeholders, and ensure delivery against aggressive schedules and high standards of quality and safety.
Provide overall project leadership and coordination for complex industrial and federal manufacturing programs.
Develop, maintain, and drive the integrated project schedule and budget; identify and mitigate risks.
Lead interface management across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and client stakeholders.
Oversee preparation and management of procurement packages and contractor selection processes.
Manage on-site works execution, progress reporting, and issue resolution.
Support obtaining occupancy permits, taking-over certificates, and formal project closeout.
Provide decision-making support and strategic guidance to the client and senior management.
Lead risk, change, and claims management activities to protect schedule, cost, and quality outcomes.
Ensure effective communication and reporting to all levels of stakeholders.
Mentor project team members and promote continuous improvement in project delivery practices.
Additional office locations or hybrid arrangements may be considered upon request consistent with project demands.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
15+ years of experience managing federal, DoD, or industrial megaprojects of similar scope and complexity (industrial production facilities preferred).
Demonstrated experience leading at least three completed industrial projects that included procurement of contractors, management of on-site works, and obtaining occupancy or taking-over certificates.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Strong commercial, contractual, and risk-management skills.
Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate across owners, designers, EPC/GC contractors, and government stakeholders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to brief senior and client audiences.
Ability and willingness to deploy to client and federal sites for extended periods during critical project phases
Must be able to pass a general background check.
Must be able to speak fluent English (ability to speak Korean is a plus)
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
PMP, CCM, or equivalent project management certification highly preferred.
Prior experience on defense manufacturing, ammunition/energetics, or other high-hazard process facilities.
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and integrated master scheduling.
Familiarity with federal acquisition and installation access processes.
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis 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: $148,300.00 - $266,900.00We 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 to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- 15+ years managing federal, DoD, or industrial megaprojects (industrial production facilities preferred)
- Led at least three completed industrial projects that included contractor procurement, on-site works management, and obtaining occupancy/taking-over certificates
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field
- Strong commercial, contractual, and risk-management skills
- Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate owners, designers, EPC/GC contractors, and government stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to brief senior and client audiences
- Ability and willingness to deploy to client and federal sites for extended periods during critical project phases
- Substantial on-site presence required; after first year must reside within commuting distance of Little Rock, AR or be willing to relocate
- Must be able to pass a general background check
- Fluent English (required); ability to speak Korean
- PMP, CCM, or equivalent project management certification
- Prior experience on defense manufacturing, ammunition/energetics, or other high-hazard process facilities
- Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and integrated master scheduling
- Familiarity with federal acquisition and installation access processes
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
