Junior Project Manager - Public Safety Solutions

Job Title Junior Project Manager – Public Safety Solutions Parsons Corporation | San Diego, CA Candidates 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 Salary Range $74,800.00 - $130,900.00 Benefits Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays. Security Clearance Requirement None Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr