Assistant Project Manager - Rail and Transit

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the Hudson Tunnel Project through project controls, compliance, and field management.
• Coordinate with NJ TRANSIT, the Gateway Development Commission, and other project partners.
• Assist with contract administration, procurement coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
• Implement environmental monitoring, compliance programs, and NEPA evaluations.
• Manage project controls including scheduling, cost estimating, budget management, and risk registers.
• Monitor package status through daily, monthly, and quarterly reports on safety, quality, and progress.
• Support site supervision, quality assurance audits, and testing/commissioning processes.
• Assist with design document reviews, constructability analysis, and BIM technology implementation.
• Facilitate contract close-out, including punch-list resolution and asset maintenance planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project or construction management.
• Experience with large-scale infrastructure or transportation projects.
• Knowledge of project controls, scheduling, cost estimating, and document management.
• Proficiency with project management software and BIM technologies.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working specifically on tunnel, rail, or major transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience with federally funded projects and environmental/regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Ability to proactively identify issues and mitigate project risks.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible work schedules.

About the Company

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. For over 80 years, we have designed and delivered the infrastructure that connects and protects communities worldwide, promoting economic growth, mobility, and sustainability.