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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Program Director to join our team! In this role, you will get to research, plan, develop, implement, and grow the Company's Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) service offering in Texas.

Do you have both technical implementation experience and an entrepreneurial spirit? Do you have contacts and relationships so you can hit the ground running? Are you excited to understand the possible work available and help get that work, including getting demonstrations of our software to potential clients?

If the answers are yes, this role is for you!

This role is eligible for a Hybrid or Remote Work Arrangement for candidates located in Texas.

Our Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) group provides comprehensive solutions to the most complex transportation and traffic congestion use cases. From freeways to toll roads to transit routes, we deliver adaptive systems for every need, optimizing any transportation network. We are looking for a strong ITS Leader, to help deliver industry-leading transportation management solutions. We are looking for out-of-the-box thinkers, and technology-focused professionals to add to our team! In this role, you will be responsible for the scope development, scope management and commercial performance of the project to meet project goals and objectives. You will be expected to plan and define program goals and develop methods to accomplish them.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Developing a sales pipeline in Texas.
• Marketing Parsons services to potential customers.
• Meeting with sales-qualified leads.
• Coordinating with Parsons Texas business development leaders.
• Communicate with Parsons Connected Communities regional managers.
• Creating and overseeing the development and implementation of programs.
• Delegating tasks and employees to key program roles.
• Growing the Company's ITS service offering in the state of Texas.
• Perform regional ITS business development in a doer/seller model.
• Negotiate changes to the scope of work with the client and key subcontractors.
• Market and secure additional work with client.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Minimum of 20+ years of relevant experience
• 4-year degree in BS/BA
• Demonstrated ability to manage ITS projects, interface with clients
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity, excellent written and oral communications
• Knowledge of ITS
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Strategic mindset
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Successful track record in business development
• Proficiency in data analysis, forecasting, and budgeting
• Proven ability to plan and manage resources

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Professional registration may also be required.
• Established ITS industry relationships
• Ability to deliver presentations effectively
• A business acumen with a strategic ability
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• An analytical mindset with great problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous experience as a Seller / Doer working with Intelligent Transportation Systems

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This 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: $176,900.00 - $332,400.00

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!

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!