Program Assistant - Energy Management

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

 

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

 

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Program Assistant to join our team! In this role you will get to support and collaborate with our experienced Project/Program Managers while gaining meaningful experience.
 

What You'll Be Doing:

• Collaborates with Project Manager to establish project schedule and budget, and monitors progress in meeting schedule and budget requirements.

• Develops project documents, processes, and procedures required to support quality control and final project deliverables.

• Collaborates with Project Manager to determine number of hours required for successful completion of project tasks. 

• Anticipates project staffing needs, identifies and interviews available personnel, and makes staffing assignments in accordance with schedule requirements.

• Chairs weekly job meetings; prepares and submits summary of project progress and pending issues to Project Manager.

• Submits monthly reports to client, and responds to client issues and expectations.

• Assists Project Manager in pricing and negotiating changes to the scope of work with the client and subcontractors. 

• Reviews bid documents and assists with bidder solicitation activities. 

• Documents and executes changes in scope of project.

  Anticipates problems and works with client, project stakeholders to identify and implement corrective actions.

• Keeps client and Project Manager informed of the day-to-day activities of the project.

• Maintains accurate documentation of job progress through daily logs and other reports.

• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Education/Experience You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma required (or equivalent)

• 4+ years of experience in administrative support (or Bachelor's degree as equivalent experience)

What Skills You'll Bring:

• Knowledge of general program requirements, policies, and procedures

• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems

• Familiarity with program management and life cycle development

• Knowledge of current technology and how it can be effectively utilized on projects

• Basic data analysis skills

• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Effective time-management and organizational skills

• Effective attention to detail skills

• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders

• Effective analytical and problem solving skills

• Effective computer skills in Microsoft programs (excel, word, powerpoint, etc.)

What Preferred Education/Experience You'll Bring:
 

• A Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline is preferred, but not required.

• Enrollment in a PMP certification program is preferred, but not required.

 

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: $26.59 - $46.54

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!

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