In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for. Job Description: Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Program Director to join our team! In this role you will get to lead efforts in support of planning and implementation of CBTC systems. What You'll Be Doing: Parsons is a recognized leader in the field of communications-based train control (CBTC). Our team of industry experts have been satisfying clients including CBTC suppliers and owners of major transit systems around the world. We’ve developed long-term relationships with our clients as we help them achieve their strategic visions. Our clients seek our assistance to plan the replacement of their existing automatic train control (ATC) systems with CBTC technology or to implement CBTC technology on new systems. This candidate will lead a team of experts supporting the planning and implementation of CBTC systems in brownfield and greenfield environments, so if you are very familiar with the CBTC systems architecture - this is a great opportunity for you to be involved in career making, billion-dollar programs! We need an experienced leader, one that inspires loyalty and commitment, to lead Program Management and Engineering teams on large-scale rail transit projects. We expect you to have strategic vision--as well as an eye for the small details--and be able to lead programmatic and technical meetings with clients, suppliers and consultant teams regarding all aspects of CBTC funding, procurement, design and implementation. Technical Responsibilities Develop documentation on program benefits to help build stakeholder support and secure program funding Support the client's plans to coordinate CBTC programs with railcar programs Present technical information to a non-technical audience in clear, complete, concise and non-ambiguous terms Develop functional/performance requirements and documentation for CBTC, based on client needs and requirements Review and progress migration planning and cut-over strategies Review and refine CBTC systems implementation schedules Prepare plans and procedures for the transition of the client's operations, maintenance and control center functions from the existing train control system to CBTC Lead/chair client discussions by professionally and accurately communicating system information Develop specifications, interface specifications and test requirement documents Lead the development of contract documentation for the CBTC system procurements and railcar conversions Assess plans and technical documentation to support a safe, reliable, maintainable, high quality, and sustainable train control systems Provide technical direction and guidance to the engineering teams, including setting priorities and schedules Review technical designs and submittals to assess compliance with specifications and standards Identify and assess technical risks and propose mitigations Maintain high personal productivity while working interactively with other team members and client groups Support marketing and Business Development initiative with potential clients Management Responsibilities Lead project teams by defining work, coaching, monitoring their progress and giving general direction and guidance Provide work plan estimates and descriptions based on knowledge of the work and project requirements What Required Skills You'll Bring: 20 years minimum of relevant experience 5 years minimum in the deployment of brownfield signaling/train control systems Bachelor's degree or higher or in a related discipline such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or equivalent P.E. required Knowledge of requirements management tools, such as DOORS Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio Advanced writing skills and interpersonal communication skills Knowledge of related industry systems engineering standards and processes and best practices Understanding and experience with industry best practice structured engineering design and development processes Ability to apply IEEE 1474 and/or CENELEC standards and/or working knowledge of these standards Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Not Applicable/None This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, 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 new possibilities. Salary Range: $149,900.00 - $269,800.00 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! The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ . 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! Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.