Director, Scheduling- Project Control, FAA New ATC System

Director, Scheduling- Project Controls

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Our Federal Engineered Systems Global Business Unit is a world-class leader in delivering Engineering and Technology enhancing solutions to Federal DoD and Civilian clients.

The FAA has a once in a generation opportunity to transform U.S. air traffic control by 2028. Success requires proven FAA integration expertise, program delivery management, technical leadership, and a single point of accountability who stakes its reputation on delivery. Only Parsons brings all three.

Our Vision is to replace the FAA's unsustainable legacy systems with a unified, integrated mission environment that creates the foundation for integrating advanced air mobility, unmanned aircraft, and next-generation technologies.

Parsons is seeking a Director, Scheduling- Project Controls to lead and manage the scheduling function across projects, ensuring accurate planning, resource allocation, and timeline adherence. This role requires advanced proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6 to develop, maintain, and analyze very large and complex project scopes and schedules. The Director will collaborate with project teams, stakeholders, and leadership to optimize project execution, mitigate risks, and ensure timely delivery of objectives.

Preference is for candidates located in the National Capital Region (NCR).

What You'll Be Doing :

Leadership and Team Management :

Managing a team of scheduling professionals working primarily in Primavera P6.

Helping to develop and continually improve processes and procedures for discernment and collection of relevant schedule data from a broad client base for incorporation into an Integrated Master Schedule.

Lead and manage the scheduling team, providing mentorship, training, and performance evaluations.

Ensure consistent scheduling practices across all projects and departments.

Act as the primary scheduling expert, providing guidance and support to project teams and leadership.

Scheduling and Planning :

Develop, integrate, maintain, and oversee the development of a programmatic Integrated Master Schedule using Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with individual project objectives.

Guide the establishment of baseline schedules and monitor progress to identify variances and recommend corrective actions.

Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to gather input and ensure schedules reflect accurate project scope and resource requirements.

Risk Management and Reporting :

Conduct schedule risk analysis to identify potential delays and develop mitigation strategies. Prepare and present detailed reports on schedule performance, project progress, and key metrics to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, industry standards, and organizational policies.

Resource Allocation and Optimization :

Analyze resource availability and allocation to ensure efficient utilization across projects. Identify potential bottlenecks or conflicts and implement solutions to maintain project timelines.

What Required Skills You'll Bring :

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field Or work equivalency in lieu of Degree

Typically 20+ years of related experience, as well as several years in a managerial capacity. Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience using Primavera.

Proven track record of managing complex schedules for large-scale projects in industries such as engineering, construction, infrastructure or software development.

Experience in a leadership role managing scheduling teams and coordinating with cross-functional departments.

Advanced proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6 (including resource loading, critical path analysis, and schedule optimization).

Strong understanding of project management principles, including earned value management (EVM).

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret scheduling data and provide actionable insights.

Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring :

Experience in the Federal Aviation market, with specific recent experience and knowledge FAA, USACE, DoD, and other federal Agencies.

Experience in the large scale system modernization efforts.

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Security Clearance Requirement :

None

This 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 : $128,700.00 - $231,700.00

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!

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.

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