Change Manager - Rail and Transit

Job Description

Parsons is looking for a Change Manager to join our team! In this role, you'll have the privilege of working on the premier Infrastructure project in the Country, as well as receive all of the benefits of working for Parsons!

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and coordinate change management activities across all HTP Packages and Project Contracts, ensuring alignment with the HTP Project Management Plan (PMP) and GDC procedures.
• Evaluate proposed changes to scope, schedule, and cost from GDC, SEPs, and Project Contractors, providing technical assessments and recommendations.
• Manage the Notice of Proposed Changes (NPC) Log and ensure timely updates and documentation of all change activities.
• Collaborate with the GDC Program Office and SEP teams to develop negotiation strategies and coordinate responses to claims and change requests.
• Review and support the approval process for Contractor-Initiated Change Order Requests (CICs), ensuring compliance with project objectives and contractual obligations.
• Maintain version control and historical records of all approved changes, ensuring transparency and traceability.
• Provide input into change-related reporting and dashboards, supporting program-level oversight and decision-making.
• Support continuous improvement of change control processes and tools, contributing to the refinement of workflows and documentation standards.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 10+ years of related experience.
• Proven experience in change management within large-scale infrastructure or transportation programs.
• Strong understanding of project controls, contract administration, and technical review processes.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with PMIS platforms and document control systems.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate across teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent professional experience may be considered.
• Requires a comprehensive knowledge of industry business practices and the negotiation of prime contracts.
• Incumbent must also possess strong written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and a working knowledge of PC software packages typically associated with contract administration.
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity is also required.

Desired Skills

• Experience working with or for a large agency such as MTA, NYDOT, etc.
• Experience working on Mega-Project in the Rail and Transit industry.

Pay

Salary Range: $120,800.00 - $217,400.00

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Holidays

About the Role

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.

Qualifications

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.