Procurement Analyst Rail & Transit

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**Job Description:**

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **Procurement Analyst** to join our team! In this role, you'll have the privilege of working on the premier Infrastructure project in the Country, as well as receive all of the benefits of working for Parsons! This Program is the most Urgent infrastructure program in the country - a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark NJ and NYC.

**_Program background_**

_The Gateway Program is the most urgent infrastructure program in the country – a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark, New Jersey and New York City, the busiest section of the Northeast Corridor (NEC).

The first phase of the Gateway Program includes the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), which includes the construction of a new two-track tunnel under the Hudson River connecting to Penn Station New York as well as the full rehabilitation of the existing 110-year-old North River Tunnel.

The Gateway Development Commission (GDC), established through bi-state legislation, is responsible for the financing and development of the Hudson Tunnel Project._

_As a tri-venture partner with Parsons, Arcadis, and Mace (MPA) is the Delivery Partners (DP)to provide advice, leadership, and support to GDC for the development and implementation of HTP.

This is a master service with task order contracts for a 15-year contract encompassing a broad range of strategic advisory services, project management, design management, construction management, stakeholder coordination, federal compliance, operations support, office administration, and related services._

**Key Responsibilities**

**Procurement Support**

+ Assist GDC’s Procurement personnel with the solicitation and award of HTP Packages, professional service contracts, and other types of procurements.
+ Facilitate regular onsite group procurement trainings and recommend professional development opportunities for procurement staff.
+ Manage the regular transfer of procurement documents into the PMIS file retention system, ensuring compliance with GDC’s procurement policies and procedures.
+ Support cost-estimating, pricing analysis, and vendor/proposer responsibility determinations.
+ Conduct financial capacity evaluations and cost-price analysis for vendors and proposers.

**Contract Administration**

+ Assist with contract administration for all HTP Package contracts and other professional services/vendor contracts.
+ Ensure contracts comply with applicable regulations and advise GDC of regulatory changes.
+ Support internal and external audits, invoicing, payments, change orders, and project close-out activities.

**Documentation & Compliance**

+ Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, including documentation, drawings, and materials related to the project in PMIS.
+ Assign document numbers and coordinate change management processes for procurement and contract documentation.
+ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local procurement regulations and GDC policies.

**Process Improvement & Reporting**

+ Identify opportunities for process improvement in procurement workflows and documentation management.
+ Prepare reports and summaries on procurement activities, contract status, and compliance for internal and external stakeholders.
+ Support the preparation and review of procurement-related data for audits and reporting requirements.

**Qualifications**

+ Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
+ 2–5 years of experience in procurement, contract administration, or supply chain management, preferably on large infrastructure or transportation projects.
+ Familiarity with federal, state, and local procurement regulations and requirements.
+ Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
+ Proficiency with project management information systems (PMIS), document control systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
+ Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

**Preferred Skills**

+ Experience with public sector procurement and contract management.
+ Knowledge of cost estimating, budgeting, and financial analysis for major capital projects.
+ Understanding of compliance audits and reporting requirements.

**Security Clearance Requirement:**

None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets.

Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world.

By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range: $100,900.00 - $176,600.00

We 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!

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About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets.

With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

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