Senior Project Manager, Transportation Environmental Impact Studies

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Job Description:

Position Overview:

At Parsons Corporation, we don’t just design and build infrastructure—we redefine it. As a premier global engineering firm with a legacy of excellence and a future driven by innovation, Parsons is leading transformative projects that shape the way the world moves. From next-generation transit systems and resilient highways to cutting-edge environmental impact solutions, our teams are delivering infrastructure that stands the test of time.

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and support transportation infrastructure projects throughout New York State. This position plays a critical role in managing scoping, preliminary design phases, and in facilitating the delivery of preliminary design reports including Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with New York State agency processes and a proven track record managing complex transportation projects through scoping and preliminary design including engineering and environmental review phases.

This role is open to candidates that are located in New York or New Jersey, with the option to discuss a hybrid arrangement.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate the Pre-NOI phase of transportation infrastructure projects, focusing on preliminary design development, feasibility assessments, and early stakeholder engagement.

Manage the full lifecycle of the EIS process, including preparation of scoping documents, public involvement, technical studies, and coordination with regulatory agencies.

Interface with local, state, and federal agencies (e.g., NYSDOT, NYCDOT, FHWA, MTA, DEC) to ensure compliance with NEPA, SEQRA, and other applicable regulations.

Oversee multidisciplinary consultant teams, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

Serve as a liaison to community stakeholders, elected officials, and the public throughout the environmental and design process.

Prepare and present project updates, findings, and recommendations to agency partners and senior leadership.

Develop and manage project schedules, risk assessments, and strategic action plans from concept through EIS completion.

Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff and contribute to business development efforts.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Minimum of 15 years of experience in transportation project management, with experience managing major transportation projects through preliminary design, including EIS experience

Strong knowledge of New York State agency procedures and permitting processes, including NYSDOT’s Project Development Manual and SEQRA/NEPA processes.

Proven success leading large-scale infrastructure projects through environmental and preliminary design milestones.

Developed alternatives analysis for major transportation projects.

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

PMP certification or PE license in New York State is a plus.

Preferred Experience:

Experience with federally funded transportation projects and familiarity with FHWA NEPA process.

Knowledge of GIS tools and environmental impact analysis software.

Prior work with Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) and municipal planning departments within New York.

Experience with broad scope oversight of a Planning and Environmental Linkages (PEL) Study

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: $144,800.00 - $260,600.00
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.
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