Program Director at Parsons Corporation

Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Program Management, Construction Management, Stakeholder Management, Negotiation, Risk Management, Budget Management, Cashflow Management, Contract Management, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Communication, Project Delivery, Procurement Strategy, Airport Infrastructure, Client Relations

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

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: We are looking for an Program Director to oversee a major program in Saudi Arabia. The Program Director shall provide leadership and guidance to a team of program directors, program managers, construction and commercial directors and managers. The program is comprised of both airside and landside projects, including terminal buildings and airport facilities. They shall be responsible for the on-budget, on-budget delivery of the program and in accordance with the contractual obligations, and plan and define program goals and lead the strategies and methodologies to accomplish them; develops in-depth knowledge of client objectives, contract terms, and corporate policies. What you'll be doing Provides leadership, direction, and management for every phase of the project, ensuring on- schedule completion within budget and in accordance with contractual obligations. Acts as the company representative with Client Senior Management and other delivery partners during the project execution and the focal point of contact. Develops Client strategic objectives and acts promptly to resolve contentions with the Clients and Stakeholders. Responsible for the development of implementation plans, risk management plans, quality plans, delivery partner plans, contract templates and overall program goals. Responsible for the overall delivery and execution of the program including safety, quality, and Parsons staff performance. Negotiates changes to the scope of work with the client. Manages Program budgets, procurement strategies and cashflow. Proactive leadership and management of key senior stakeholders and their expectations. What you'll bring: Excellent oral and written communication skills, including submissions and presentations to c-suite level. Proven stakeholder management skills to c-suite and national representation levels e.g., Minster level interactions. Proven record of accomplishment as successful Executive role in Airport and Infrastructure Construction Projects. Twenty (20) or more year experience in the construction industry. Large International Airport experience. Experience in Collaborative Project Management or Delivery Partnerships. Advanced negotiation and problem-solving skills. University bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or similar field required. Project Management or Construction Management certification or registration University MSc level degree desirable GCC experience is appreciated. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. 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 https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/. Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Responsibilities

The Program Director will provide leadership and guidance to a team overseeing a major program in Saudi Arabia, ensuring on-budget and on-schedule delivery in accordance with contractual obligations. This includes defining program goals, leading strategies, managing budgets, and acting as the primary company representative with senior client management.