[Remote] Program Manager – Facilities Engineering (Defence)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Parsons Corporation is a global leader in engineering and project management, seeking a highly motivated Program Manager to lead the delivery of defence-related facilities engineering projects. The Program Manager will be responsible for the successful execution of multi-disciplinary projects for defence clients, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.ResponsibilitiesLead the end-to-end delivery of multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations are consistently met or exceededServe as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong, trusted relationships through clear communication, responsiveness, and a solutions-focused mindsetBuild and maintain high-performing internal project teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and positive working relationships across disciplinesSupport business development and winning-work activities, collaborating with business leaders and technical teams during opportunity identification, pursuit planning, and proposal developmentLead proposal management, including the development of project approaches, scopes, schedules, and fee estimates, ensuring proposals are realistic, well-planned, high quality, and positioned for successful deliveryApply sound project management fundamentals to proactively plan, monitor, and control project performance, including schedules, resources, risks, and financials, taking early action to address issues before they escalateLead project kick-offs, regular team meetings, and client touchpoints to ensure alignment, transparency, and momentum throughout the project lifecycleIdentify risks and opportunities early, developing and implementing mitigation and improvement strategies that protect both project outcomes and client relationshipsDemonstrate a self-starter mindset, taking ownership of challenges and relentlessly driving projects forward without the need for close supervisionActively seek follow-on opportunities and value-add services during project delivery, working with clients and internal teams to expand relationships and repeat workSkills8–15 years of industrial project experience in project management, operations, and/or engineeringPost-secondary education in Management, Engineering, or equivalentFormal training in project management principles and practices (education, certification, or on-the-job experience)Proficiency with common project management and collaboration tools (e.g., scheduling software, financial tracking, document management, reporting tools)Experience in consulting, professional services, or multi-disciplinary delivery environments is an assetExperience delivering projects with or for Defence Construction Canada (DCC), Department of National Defence (DND), Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), or similar defence entities globallyStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with clients, project teams, and business leadersComfortable facilitating meetings, leading discussions, and communicating clearly across technical and non-technical audiencesDemonstrated ability to navigate challenging conversations related to scope, schedule, cost, and changeStrong analytical skills with sound technical judgmentProven high ethical standards with dedication to producing high-quality workExperience supporting or leading proposal development, including scope definition, work planning, scheduling, and fee estimationStrong commercial awareness, with an understanding of how project decisions impact profitability, risk, and client relationshipsSelf-motivated, flexible, collaborative, and willing to work on a wide variety of tasks with minimal directionOffice and on-site work required; ability to travel to client sites as neededCanadian Air Force civil engineering experience is preferredExperience delivering projects within advanced manufacturing or private defence manufacturing environments is a strong assetBilingualism in English and French is an assetBenefitsHealthVisionDentalEmployer paid provincial care premiumsDefined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)Life insurancePaid time offSick leaveAll province observed holidays offGym membership discountsCompany OverviewParsons is an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm for national security and global infrastructure markets. It was founded in 1944, and is headquartered in Pasadena, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.parsons.com.