Field Project Manager - Central California
parsonsBakersfield (CA)
$103,500.00 - $181,100.00
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Posted 47 days ago
parsonsBakersfield (CA)
SENIORITY
Senior
SALARY
$103,500.00 - $181,100.00
About the role
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.
Job Description:
Parsons is seeking Field Project Managers to join our growing team in support of field engineering and construction activities across multiple programs in California. This is a standout opportunity to step into a high-demand role at the forefront of critical reconstruction efforts, directly contributing to community recovery and essential infrastructure restoration throughout Central California. Our teams are trusted to deliver on complex, high-visibility challenges that create meaningful impact across the region. At Parsons, you'll be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven environment where excellence is recognized and where professionals can build lasting, rewarding careers. These opportunities will be supporting PG&E in Central California (Fresno, Bakersfield, Stockton), providing the chance to work alongside a hallmark client on impactful, high-visibility programs. Candidates are required to be located within 60 miles of these locations — any business travel expenses incurred will be reimbursed, including mileage. In this role, you will help lead daily field operations, coordinate closely with project teams and subcontractors, support client communications, and help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with schedule and budget expectations. This is an on-site position that offers hands-on leadership experience in a highly visible, mission-critical setting.
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Field Project Manager, you will serve as a key field leader supporting successful project execution from planning through delivery.
Responsibilities include:
- Partner with the Project Manager to establish project schedules and budgets, and monitor progress against key milestones and cost targets
- Support field engineering and construction activities across multiple fire rebuild programs
- Develop project documents, processes, and procedures to support quality control and successful project delivery
- Collaborate with the Project Manager to determine labor requirements and support workforce planning for project tasks
- Anticipate staffing needs, identify available personnel, participate in interviews, and make staffing assignments based on project schedule requirements
- Establish performance objectives and conduct performance evaluations for direct reports
- Develop and implement site-specific safety plans and ensure all personnel understand and follow safety expectations
- Actively promote Parsons' safety culture and monitor the job site for safe work practices
- Ensure all required legal notices are posted at the project site
- Establish site security procedures and monitor access for subcontractors, vendors, and visitors
- Lead weekly job meetings and prepare summaries of project progress, risks, and pending issues for the Project Manager
- Prepare monthly client reports and respond to client questions, concerns, and expectations in a professional and timely manner
- Assist with pricing and negotiating scope changes with clients and subcontractors
- Review bid documents and support bidder solicitation activities
- Document, track, and execute changes in project scope
- Identify potential project issues early and work collaboratively with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and project leadership to implement corrective actions
- Keep the client and Project Manager informed of daily field activities, progress, and emerging concerns
- Maintain accurate and complete project documentation, including daily logs, field reports, and progress records
- Perform other responsibilities associated with the role, as appropriate
- What Required Skills You'll Bring- Bachelor's Degree in a technical or construction-related field (or equivalent work experience)- 10+ years related work experience and- 3+ years in a leadership role at a field site
- Experience supporting field engineering and construction activities on complex infrastructure, utility, or rebuilding programs
- Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, staffing coordination, and field execution
- Ability to lead teams in a field environment while maintaining strong attention to safety, quality, and client service
- Experience working with subcontractors, clients, and multidisciplinary project teams
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced field environment
- Commitment to maintaining accurate records and clear project documentation
- What Desired Skills You'll Bring
- Experience supporting utility infrastructure projects
- Familiarity with utility client environments
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and drive accountability in the field
- Experience with change management, scope control, and issue resolution during active construction
- Working knowledge of quality control processes and field reporting requirements
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:
$103,500.00 - $181,100.00We 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!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to .
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