Parsons is one of the world's largest transportation planning, engineering, and construction firms. We have an extensive portfolio of diverse transportation projects including rail and transit, road and highway, bridge and tunnel, and aviation infrastructure. Parsons expertise encompasses all phases of transportation engineering operations - from the initial planning stage through final design, construction, and commissioning. Parsons has the people and power to move the world. JOB OVERVIEW: Completes a variety of cost control tasks for a number of running infrastructure and transportation projects, reporting to the Cost Control Lead. Develops and implements PRISM and project WBS, and coding structure, based on established progress/cost collection levels and reporting requirements Develops job cost forecast and updates the system (PRISM) on monthly basis under guidance from the Project Manager and Cost Control Lead Reviews all hours and costs in PRISM on weekly basis and notifies the Project Manager in case of any incorrect entries (time charges / costs). Determines the basis of progress measurement and routinely measures, validates and reports project progress utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques Analyzes project performance and makes recommendations in respect of (mitigation or improvements to) the same Prepares the Project Controls Statement (PCS) in conjunction with the Project Manager for his/her approval Prepares invoices after liaising with the Contracts Manager and Project Manager. Supports accounts receivable as required during the billing processing. Monitors billing status and unbilled issues, working with Finance, Contracts, Accounting and Project Managers to resolve issues in a timely manner Assists in various financial aspects of sub-contracts and vendors, including payments and variations Prepares monthly cash flow statement and cash receipts. Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate. REQUIREMENTS: Degree in Engineering, Accounting, Economics, Finance or equivalent discipline. At least 2 years of work experience in the field of cost control or project control. Must have a related work experience in an engineering, or construction firm in UAE or Middle East region. Adept in using MS Word, MS Excel, spreadsheets, and other related computer applications and databases. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Can communicate amiably & effectively with people at all levels and establish productive working relationships.
Through Parsons' engineering and construction management services, we deliver innovative, safe and sustainable infrastructure in United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Kuwait. Our focus is on delivering air, rail, road and highway transportation; water conveyance and/or wastewater treatment; and land development and public infrastructure to our clients and your communities. Parsons creates interconnected communities and world class infrastructure. OPPORTUNITY: Parsons is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to manage and produce creative and compelling world-class proposals for large scale project awards ($100M+). The position requires the ability to meet deadlines, ascertain and develop critical win components, organize and coordinate complex responses, competently edit and tailor compelling proposal content, and manage proposal production for submittals. Outstanding ability to work with people at all levels, strong writing/editorial skills, energetic self-starter attitude, and organizational skills will be keys to the success of this position. JOB OVERVIEW: Implements Parsons' proposal processes. Educates proposal teams on the use of these processes on efforts. Coordinates with capture or project managers to communicate and produce accurate capture, proposal and strategy intelligence to the proposal team. Provides "hands-on" proposal process support and expertise during the entire proposal process (including production), and works with assigned authors and contributors to develop fully compliant and responsive proposal content. Understands and communicates opportunity and solicitation-related business and technical requirements/information. Effectively deals with people at all levels. Works efficiently and professionally on a senior level capacity. Accomplishes tasks with significant enthusiasm and initiative. Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism or related discipline. Preferably with related Master's degree. At least 10 years of proposal management experience for engineering/architecture and/or construction management firms. Preferably with significant experience in UAE or Middle East. Successful track record of producing winning proposals, preferably with multi-volume submittals. Thorough understanding of proposal pricing strategy and contract terminology and negotiation. Excellent writing and editorial skills, communication and organizational skills and self-starter attitude. Adept in utilizing MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Must be able to work extensive hours to meet deadlines and travel, when required.