Junior Project Manager – Public Safety Solutions

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Job Description:

Junior Project Manager – Public Safety Solutions

Parsons Corporation | San Diego, CACandidates must be local to San Diego, CA

About the Role

Parsons is looking for a driven, detail-oriented Junior Project Manager to join our Public Safety team in San Diego. You'll own the day-to-day execution of critical technology projects — think mission-critical communications systems, public safety networks, and 9-1-1 infrastructure — that directly support first responders and the communities they serve.

This isn't a "task tracker" role. You'll be the connective tissue between our clients, our delivery teams, and Parsons leadership — keeping projects on time, on scope, and on budget while building lasting client relationships.

What You'll Be Doing:

Project Execution

• Develop, maintain, and adapt project work plans to reflect changing needs and priorities
• Manage day-to-day project operations including scope, schedule, issues, and risks
• Ensure all project documentation is complete, current, and properly archived
• Minimize project risk exposure through proactive issue identification and resolution

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary client communication point from internal kickoff through final sign-off
• Set and actively manage client expectations throughout the project lifecycle
• Facilitate weekly internal and external status meetings — and make them worth attending
• Manage change orders so that any scope deviation is documented and signed off — no surprises

Team Coordination

• Identify resource needs and coordinate responsibilities across cross-functional teams
• Keep the project team informed and aligned on changes, priorities, and deadlines
• Review team deliverables before they reach the client — quality is your call to make
• Motivate and support team members to perform at their best

Financial Accountability

• Track actual work performed against contracted scope
• Ensure invoicing is submitted accurately and on time against agreed milestones
• Follow up on outstanding invoices as needed
• Analyze project profitability and flag trends early

Required Education and Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in project, portfolio, or program management
• Strong communicator — written, verbal, and in the room with clients
• Organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple moving parts simultaneously

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience with Motorola radio systems and/or MPLS networking is a strong plus — this is a public safety tech environment and that knowledge translates fast
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Why Parsons

Parsons delivers technology solutions that keep first responders connected when it matters most. Our Public Safety practice works at the intersection of LMR, broadband, and 9-1-1 — supporting agencies nationwide with the infrastructure that underpins public safety communications. You won't just manage projects here. You'll support mission-critical work that has real-world implications.

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: $74,800.00 - $130,900.00We 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!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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