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$84K - $113K/yr
Parsons' New York civil team is deeply embedded with agencies like NYSDOT, NYC DOT, MTA, PANYNJ ... contract and monitors progress. Interfaces with Procurement and subcontracts to facilitate ...
OR · Hybrid
$84K - $113K/yr
Parsons' New York civil team is deeply embedded with agencies like NYSDOT, NYC DOT, MTA, PANYNJ ... contract and monitors progress. Interfaces with Procurement and subcontracts to facilitate ...
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In doing so, you will work hands-on as an empowered builder of AI and software solutions to improve ... Champion data quality, lineage, and reliability through data contracts and observability standards
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Contract embedded software professionals often encounter challenges such as quickly adapting to new hardware platforms, integrating with legacy systems, and rapidly understanding diverse project requirements. Since contracts are often project-based, there may be limited time for onboarding, requiring strong self-motivation and efficient troubleshooting skills. Additionally, clear documentation and collaboration with hardware engineers or cross-functional teams are critical to ensure smooth system integration. These challenges can be rewarding, as they provide opportunities to develop broad technical expertise and experience a wide variety of products and industries.
A Contract Embedded Software job involves developing, testing, and maintaining embedded systems software for a company on a temporary or project basis. Contractors typically work with microcontrollers, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and low-level programming languages like C or C++. These roles can vary in duration and may involve working remotely or onsite. Contract engineers often collaborate with hardware teams, follow specific project requirements, and ensure system reliability and performance.
To excel as a Contract Embedded Software professional, you need strong experience with programming languages like C or C++, real-time operating systems (RTOS), hardware interfacing, and a relevant degree in computer engineering or a related field. Familiarity with development tools such as JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, version control systems, and certifications like Certified Embedded Systems Engineer (CESE) are highly valued. Effective problem-solving, adaptability, and clear communication are important soft skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing project-based work. These capabilities ensure you can deliver robust, efficient solutions within project timelines in dynamic, technology-driven environments.

$84K - $113K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 19 days ago
7.9
Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
155th of 352 rated engineering
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Principal Civil Project Engineer to join our team! As a Principal Civil Project Engineer with Parsons in New York, you'll be at the heart of some of the state's most complex and highprofile infrastructure programs-spanning bridges, highways, transit, and multimodal facilities that keep the region moving. Parsons' New York civil team is deeply embedded with agencies like NYSDOT, NYC DOT, MTA, PANYNJ, and local municipalities, giving you a frontrow seat to transformational projects that shape how millions of people live and work every day. This role is designed for a technical leader ready to expand into full project ownership: you'll guide multidisciplinary design teams, interact directly with clients and stakeholders, and develop the core skills of budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and delivery that define strong project managers at Parsons. If you're looking to turn your deep civil engineering expertise into a clear, supported pathway toward project and program management-while contributing to signature New York infrastructure-this is the platform to do it.
This role will function on a hybrid schedule out of our New York office.
What You'll Be Doing:
Develops the scope of engineering work, schedules, and budgets for the assigned project elements, and monitors progress to meet schedule and budget requirements. Identifies and documents changes in scope.
Determines the scope of procurement work, schedules, and budgets for technical aspects of the contract and monitors progress. Interfaces with Procurement and subcontracts to facilitate procurement coordination with vendors/subcontractors. Participates in bid analysis to help determine supplier availability and capability.
Reviews work produced to ensure that applicable codes, standards, and procedures are followed and that quality is acceptable. Monitors productivity and technical proficiency of assigned technical personnel, and makes reassignments as project needs arise. Conducts performance evaluations, takes corrective action as necessary, and recommends salary actions. Provides training and development opportunities for assigned personnel.
Coordinates the utilization of interdisciplinary technical personnel on the project, as well as the assignment of personnel from other technical support groups within the company.
Assists the Project Manager in planning, directing, supervising, and controlling the execution of technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the project or study. Participates in determining the technical skills and staff hours required for successful completion of the project.
Monitors productivity and proficiency of assigned personnel.
Ensures client criteria and scope are met by all engineering disciplines. Expedites distribution of action items following discussions/meetings with the client and Project Manager. Understands the client's business goals in order to enhance the project work.
Prepares technical reports and documentation of activity for the client and project management.
Acts as Project Manager's deputy for certain activities, such as attending meetings in his/her absence, etc.
Obtains, analyzes, and circulates technical and contractual information to project disciplines.
Reviews and approves change orders. Notifies project management and other affected personnel of all changes.
Participates regularly in decision-making meetings with the client and project management.
Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor's Degree Engineering (or related field)
15+ years of related field engineering experience, a broad general engineering background, and previous supervisory experience in a project engineering role
Professional registration may also be required.
Proven ability to perform in a supervisory capacity, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations are required.
Must possess a thorough knowledge of current technology and be able to select and apply appropriate engineering software for use on project.
Knowledge and proficiency in understanding of the responsibilities and impact of project execution. (High proficiency)
Knowledge and proficiency in application of project and staff management principles.
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: $125,100.00 - $225,200.00We 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!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer tohttps://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
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