Cost/Schedule/Risk Lead

Responsibilities

• Lead the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), risk-adjusted program cost estimates, and risk management for a multi-billion dollar Federal construction program.
• Direct cost, schedule, and risk staff, ensuring the team is adequately and competently staffed.
• Support the development and application of Construction Management and Program Controls processes for Progressive Design Build (PDB) projects.
• Track key performance indicators including cost, work in place, and schedule to ensure program success.
• Identify design, supply chain, and construction risks and implement mitigation strategies within the corporate risk framework.
• Develop and implement plans to rectify potential cost overruns, schedule delays, or significant changes in scope.
• Provide clear reporting to management and clients regarding project milestones and conditions affecting cost or schedule.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 15+ years of diversified experience, including life cycle program management on multi-billion dollar Federal construction programs.
• Proven experience with Progressive Design Build (PDB), CM at Risk, or other early contractor involvement delivery methods.
• Deep expertise in CPM scheduling, cost estimating, cost analysis, and qualitative/quantitative risk analysis.
• Strong background in Federal Government contracting, including acquisition, procurement, and pricing strategies.
• Active Secret security clearance (TS/SCI highly preferred) and US Citizenship.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industry-standard tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, Acumen Fuse, Safran Risk, or USACE MII.
• Experience with Project Management Information Systems like Procore, Kahua, or USACE RMS.
• Expertise in reviewing Critical Path Management (CPM) schedules and cost estimates for multi-discipline projects.
• Experience supporting programs from an owner’s perspective, including managing PCOs, TIAs, and REAs.

About the Company

Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. We deliver innovative solutions across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, and smart cities to solve the world's most complex challenges.