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What is it like to work at Parsons?

Parsons is a global leader in the development of technology-driven solutions, with a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction. The company's team structure is designed to foster a dynamic and inclusive work environment, where employees from diverse backgrounds work together to deliver cutting-edge solutions in fields such as defense, infrastructure, and cybersecurity. Working at Parsons offers opportunities for professional growth and development, with a wide range of projects and career paths available to employees who are passionate about making a difference in the world.

What makes Parsons an attractive place to work?

Parsons is a leading global provider of professional services and solutions in the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure sectors, with a strong reputation for delivering innovative and effective solutions. The company's workplace culture values collaboration, innovation, and employee growth, with opportunities for professional development and advancement in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Joining Parsons offers the chance to contribute to high-impact projects, work with a diverse team of experts, and develop skills in a rapidly evolving industry.

Do workers at Parsons get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
60% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Does Parsons pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
41% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

At Parsons, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
67% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from Parsons affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
88% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Parsons?

Most people get paid time off work.
92% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 57% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 29% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers at Parsons worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
81% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do Parsons workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
39% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it for Parsons workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
86% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Parsons?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
82% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do Parsons managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
82% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do jobs at Parsons spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
27% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Parsons?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
90% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is a Parsons job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
88% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2025.

Is working at Parsons good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
78% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Parsons feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
79% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Parsons get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
78% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Parsons?

Some people feel stressed out here.
52% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Parsons enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
82% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at Parsons recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
35% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Parsons?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
36% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Parsons?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 67% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people think Parsons’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
67% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Parsons is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
72% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
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Job description

Position Summary

Provide leadership to the project team upon award of a contract including managing all aspects of a project's design with Owners, Engineers, and Architects as required. Requires necessary financial and risk management reporting to internal management and the necessary business acuity to protect Southland Engineering's interests while maintaining positive client relationships. 

Position Details

Client and Contract 

  • Develop and maintain continuous positive relationships with internal and external Clients and their representatives. 
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of the Owner contract and client Master Service Agreements 
  • Accountable for managing the overall execution of the Contract 
  • Closely monitors scope changes.  Communicates impact of changes (costs, schedule) to client in a timely manner.  

Project Execution 

  • Provide leadership to the project team upon award of a Contract.  
  • Responsible for ensuring all applicable corporate procedures and tools are followed / used on the project. 
  • Responsible for creating the project specific execution plan communicating the content with the team. This includes making updates as project conditions and requirements change. 
  • Clearly understands and communicates baseline scope of work to project team.  Keeps team updated as necessary with approved change orders.  
  • Owns manages, updates and communicates the project design schedule to the project team.  Ensures adequate time is allowed in schedule for QA and client review cycles to be properly conducted.  
  • Identifies and escalates potential project risks to the Managing Principal. 

Project Controls 

  • Works with Project Accounting to ensure budgets, forecasts, billings and accounts receivable are updated in COINS. 
  • Prepares required project status documents and leads discussion during monthly review meetings to include financial forecasts, revenue and margin projections, staffing projections, client relationship status and project overall status 

Qualifications 

  • B.S. in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management with 4-5 years of relevant experience. 
  • Excellent knowledge of project controls including but not limited to the following: 
  • Effectively monitoring the change management process. 
  • Develop engineering fee cost estimates with input from the respective discipline leadership 
  • Develop, monitor and manage project design schedules 
  • Develop, monitor and manage accurate project forecasts (manpower and cost) 
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.  
  • Ability to communicate effectively with general contractors/clients while exhibiting company core values. 
  • Ability to read and fully understand construction documents of all trades. 
  • Competent with general business writing and public speaking. 
  • Competent in basic computer skills to include Microsoft Office products (specifically Word, Excel, etc.) 
  • Strong knowledge of engineering industry. 
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
  • Knowledge of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) and Lean Project Delivery methods preferred.  

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
  • Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
  • Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability income protection insurance
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
  • Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
  • Wellness benefits 

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you're engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).


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