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Project Manager/Program Director

Parsons

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Base salary $157,500  to $283,500

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Oakland, CA

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  • LocationOakland, CA
  • WorkplaceHybrid
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
  • Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since

About this job

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:

Project Manager/Program Director  – Transportation Infrastructure – Oakland, California

Opportunity :

Parsons Corporation is seeking to hire a highly experienced   Project Manager/Program  Director  to manage and oversee transportation engineering projects in the Northern California region, supporting CALTRANS, and other regional clients as well. Solid experience in California is highly preferred, with an active PE. This role offers the flexibility to work virtually or hybrid remote from within the region as well.

Responsibilities :

  • Extensive  experience in highway engineering, and management of these projects in values up to and exceeding 500 Million.
  • Expertise  in the preparation of project initiation, approval, and design documents, including project study reports, project reports, and plans, specifications, and estimates.
  • Extensive knowledge of California Department of Transportation project development and funding process
  • Strong technical and project management background in developing and designing highway transportation projects.
  • Command of  excellent managerial, communication, and problem-solving skills and experience with project management involving project planning, scope development, fee preparation, scheduling, and the preparation of planning documents.
  • Participate  in contract scope and fee negotiations for medium- and large-size projects, with routine involvement  in document preparation, review coordination, quality control, and client relations.

Requirements :

  • 4-year degree in Civil  Engineering or related technical/business field and at least 20 years or more  of related work experience is required, especially with large scale transportation projects.  Incumbent should have a broad general technical and business background, as well as previous project management experience on similar or related large-scope project types.
  • Documented minimum of last five (5) years of responsible experience performing the duties as a consultant Contract Manager and Project Manager
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration is highly preferred.  

Skills/ Competencies :

  • Incumbent must meet Parsons’ project management certification requirements. Proven ability to perform in a management capacity, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations are also required.

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis 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: $157,500.00 - $283,500.00We 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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Source: Parsons on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($157,500) is above 55% of the 743 Program & Project Management roles in California listed on this site; 1 other lists the same floor. Their median floor is $150,000; the middle half runs from $125,100 to $176,200.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Parsons roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Parsons roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Project Manager/Program Director (this listing)$157,500 - $283,500
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Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Parsons roles · How to read the bar

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2026-08-31
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Location as the employer wrote it: US - CA, Oakland • US - Remote (Any Location)

Salary Range: $157,500.00 - $283,500.00

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