Senior Risk Specialist

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Job Description:

T5 Program Summary: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the Technical Support Services Contract 5 (T5) to Parsons in April 2023. Parsons is the prime contractor. This $1.8+ billion contract has a 4-year base period with two 3-year options. The statement of work includes a variety of activities that support the FAA’s Capital Investment Plan (CIP) and certain reimbursable programs, the FAA NextGen Program, national security programs and aviation safety. Specifically, work includes site selection and engineering, construction, environmental and fire/life safety, equipment installation and testing, drafting, contract surveillance, and other technical services as required. Work is performed across the nation in each of the FAA’s nine regions as well as the Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and the Technical Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey and in several U.S. territories. An average staff of 500 with a peak staff over 650 supports this contract, in addition to those subcontractors who perform construction work.

Sr. Risk Specialist – Washington, DC Headquarters

This remote position will serve as a Regional Risk Specialist supporting our federal contract, based out of Washington, DC.

The Risk Specialist:

• Administers Risk Program (Safety, Quality, and Security); audits and inspects the Project Work Site to identify and correct hazards and quality issues.

• Works with the Project Managers to develop risk assessments for upcoming work and provides technical guidance throughout the planning process.

• Conducts and assists management with incident investigation, including report preparation and review.

• Coordinates or conducts training for regional personnel including, but not limited to, new hire orientation, fall protection, OSHA 10 Hour, First Aid/CPR, and tower climbing training.

• Collaborates with technicians, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to improve safety performance and quality operations.

• Must be open to monthly travel to job sites within the continental US and territories.

• This key position will understand complex technical solutions and provide a broad safety and quality overview to both key stakeholders as well as non-technical personnel.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety/Quality/Construction Management related disciplines highly Preferred.

• 7-10 years’ safety and quality program-related experience required

• ASP/CSP preferred

• Familiarity with ISO 9001 principals and construction/installation quality requirements.

• Requires physical effort, beyond standard office work, including:

  • Ability to climb ladders and towers using fall protection

  • Ability to lift 30 pounds

  • Walking on rough and uneven terrain

• Must be able to meet customer security requirements. A background check by Federal Authorities will be performed.

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00We 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, 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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