Print, Writing, and Operations Manager - Military Veterans

Req #: R164006

Location(s):

• US - NC, Charlotte
• US - VA, Centreville
• US - IL, Chicago

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a talented leader to champion our Print, Writing, and Creative Operations team. In this hybrid contributor-manager role you will support winning new work for our Engineered Systems, Defense & Intelligence, and Infrastructure North America markets.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Act as a creative contributor on proposals and other sales deliverables, people leader, and manager of a multidisciplinary team focused on print production, creative writing, and creative operations (e.g., scheduling, reporting, documentation, systems, digital asset management, etc.).
• Ensure the overall creative team is equipped with the necessary tools and resources to deliver strategy-driven creative solutions; partner with internal stakeholders to understand operational needs, research challenges, and recommend solutions.
• Lead team responsible for liaising with key internal functions (e.g., security, IT, facilities, safety, quality, procurement, printing and imaging, etc.) and external touchpoints (e.g., vendors, account administration, developers, etc.) on behalf of broader team.
• Understand company priorities and help align team activities to support them
• Foster the growth of direct-report leaders and contributors with a range of backgrounds
• Ensure direct reports follow best practices and help continually improve procedures
• Collaborate to adhere to assignment budget and schedule estimates

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• 8+ years as a creative contributor in design, writing, and/or print in a proposal development environment; preferably 3+ years in management
• A “Get to Yes,” customer service mentality with excellent problem solving and relationship building
• Next-level organizational abilities coupled with exemplary written and spoken communication to keep efforts on track and teams working in harmony
• Expertise developing creative solutions for proposals/interviews that achieve client specifications, brand requirements, and strategic win theme objectives
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe software applicable to your creative discipline; proficiency with Excel
• Expertly lead and facilitate discussions, ensuring productive conversation and actionable outcomes
• Utilize diplomatic problem-solving skills to navigate complex issues, resolve challenges, and build consensus among diverse stakeholders
• Ability to deliver meaningful, consistent, and clear ongoing feedback and mentoring to grow in their careers
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or certificate of completion from an accredited design/graphics course (or equivalent)
• U.S. Citizen 

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience working in one or more Parsons markets  
• Comfort presenting the benefit and reasoning of solutions to technical staff
• A foundation in business, forecasting, and developing documentation to help facilitate continuous improvement and clear communication
• Background leading creatives with a variety of disciplines and levels of experience

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

We’re driving the future of the national security 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: 

$40.05 - $70.10

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!