Project Manager - Northern California

About the role

Parsons is seeking experienced and driven Project Managers to join our PG&E Infrastructure division, supporting one of California’s most recognized and essential utility clients. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex infrastructure programs, delivering innovative and practical solutions in a high-visibility, long-term investment environment. You will manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and overall commercial performance while working alongside a hallmark client in Northern California (Chico, Sacramento, Rockland, Folsom, Auburn). Candidates must be located within 60 miles of these locations; business travel expenses, including mileage, will be reimbursed.

At Parsons, your expertise will be backed by a strong industry reputation, established client relationships, and a consistent pipeline of meaningful work, creating potential for long-term career stability, professional growth, and leadership advancement.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and forecasting to ensure successful project delivery.
• Lead scope development and management activities in alignment with project objectives.
• Track and follow up on project-related instructions, commitments, and action items to ensure accountability and progress.
• Support client objectives by developing a strong understanding of contract terms, program requirements, and corporate policies.
• Oversee the development and implementation of key project documents, including:
  • Project Execution Plan
  • Health and Safety Plan
  • Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan
  • Other required project documentation
• Ensure compliance with program and project milestones.
• Prepare and distribute concise project summaries for team alignment and reference.
• Direct and manage all business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of assigned projects.
• Participate in field activities as needed, including job walks and safety hazard analyses.
• Coordinate with profit center and department managers to define qualifications and staffing requirements for key project roles.
• Partner with office facilities staff to address project space and operational needs.
• Work closely with managers, project engineers, and discipline leads to develop budgets, schedules, and execution plans.
• Identify potential cost overruns, schedule delays, or scope changes and collaborate with project stakeholders to develop and implement corrective action plans.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular updates to management on progress, milestones, risks, and issues that may impact cost or schedule.
• May participate in negotiations with regulatory agencies and attend public meetings in support of client initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Civil Engineering, or a related technical or business field.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant engineering management experience, preferably on large-scale programs.
• Demonstrated success managing complex infrastructure projects through all phases of delivery.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and risk management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, flexible, and collaborative team environment.

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team, where we design and deliver infrastructure that connects and protects communities worldwide.

Pay

Salary Range: $125,100.00 - $225,200.00

Benefits

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