Construction Manager Commercial Zone

About the Role

Parsons Corporation is seeking a Construction Manager – Commercial Zone to join its team in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of commercial works within a large mixed-use development project. The Construction Manager will operate in a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) capacity, managing multiple contractors and ensuring compliance with project objectives on behalf of the client.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and provide input on master construction schedules, phasing plans, and milestones for commercial components.
• Coordinate with design consultants to ensure construction feasibility and completeness of drawings/specifications.
• Assist in constructability reviews, value engineering options, and buildability assessments.
• Identify construction risks and develop mitigation plans for commercial zones.
• Lead day-to-day site management of commercial blocks, coordinating with the main contractor, specialized subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor construction progress against the approved baseline program and report variances.
• Chair and document regular site coordination meetings.
• Ensure construction aligns with approved drawings, specifications, and client standards.
• Coordinate logistics for commercial areas, including access, material delivery, storage, and vertical transportation.
• Implement and oversee QA/QC procedures for all commercial works.
• Review and approve method statements, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and shop drawings.
• Coordinate inspections with third-party testing agencies and statutory authorities.
• Manage snagging, de-snagging, and punch list closure for commercial areas.
• Support the client and Quantity Surveying (QS) team in monitoring budgets and cost control for commercial packages.
• Review and recommend contractor interim payment applications, variation orders, and claims related to time and cost.
• Verify quantities on site and changes arising from design modifications or site conditions.
• Assist in negotiation of commercial terms, settlement of claims, and final account closure.
• Ensure adherence to contract conditions, deliverables, and performance obligations.
• Enforce strict compliance with HSE policies, statutory safety regulations, and project-specific safety plans.
• Conduct and/or participate in safety audits, toolbox talks, and incident investigations.
• Promote a safety culture on site, particularly in high-risk commercial activities.
• Act as the primary PMC interface between the client, consultants, and contractors for commercial works.
• Coordinate and manage interfaces between project parties.
• Manage relationships with tenants’ representative teams during pre-fit-out and fit-out phases.
• Prepare and present progress reports, dashboards, and risk updates to client leadership.
• Oversee testing and commissioning of building systems serving commercial areas.
• Coordinate integrated testing of systems across mixed-use zones.
• Ensure documentation completeness, including as-built drawings, O&M manuals, test certificates, warranties, and statutory approvals.
• Lead snagging, pre-handover inspections, and progressive handover of commercial spaces to the client/tenants.
• Protect client interests by acting as an independent advisor and monitor of contractor performance.
• Ensure decisions align with the client’s project objectives on quality, cost, schedule, and risk.
• Provide recommendations on contractor compliance, performance ratings, and corrective actions.
• Support the development of project execution plans and management procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an advantage.
• A minimum of 18 years of experience in construction management, with at least 10 years on large mixed-use or commercial real estate projects.
• Proven experience working in a PMC environment or with leading project management firms.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of building construction techniques (RC, steel, façade).
• Experience in commercial interiors and retail fit-out coordination.
• Familiarity with MEP systems relevant to commercial developments.
• Knowledge of local building regulations, fire codes, and authority approval processes.
• Strong leadership and team management skills on multidisciplinary, multi-contractor sites.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• High level of technical problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts and prioritize under time and cost constraints.
• Strong reporting and documentation skills with attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and ethical project delivery.

Work Location

This position is based in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, with potential work in Jeddah.