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Join Parsons as a Design Review Committee Secretary!
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities at Parsons. If you can imagine it, you can do it with us. We offer a workplace where you can thrive and find your next right opportunity.

Job Responsibilities:
As a Design Review Committee Secretary, you will lead and support a near-weekly design governance process for SD architecture and engineering projects. Your key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating and managing Design Review Committee meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas, and recording minutes.
• Preparing professional presentations to articulate design concepts for executive-level review.
• Reviewing submission packages to ensure completeness for presentation readiness.
• Tracking actions, sign-offs, and follow-ups, enforcing accountability against deadlines.
• Acting as the main liaison among project teams, design managers, and executive leadership.
• Maintaining version control of decisions, feedback, and design revisions.
• Identifying and addressing potential risks to the review schedule and workflow.
• Supporting continuous improvement of governance practices.

Required Skills:
You should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus. With a minimum of 15 years of experience in related roles, you bring:

• Thorough understanding of architectural and engineering design lifecycles and document workflows.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle competing priorities.
• Proven ability to engage with senior executives and deliver outcomes amid challenges.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with project management tools.
• Excellent written communication skills.

Preferred credentials include PMP or PRINCE2 certification, and professional training in Document Control or Project Coordination. Join Parsons, where we care about your well-being and provide growth opportunities.

Join The Grandeur Co. as a Secretary!
We are seeking a dedicated Secretary to provide high-level administrative and organizational support to our Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This role is crucial for the smooth and efficient management of the executive office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare and organize documents, reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the CEO.
• Screen incoming calls, emails, and requests; prioritize and handle them professionally.
• Organize and attend meetings, take minutes, and ensure follow-up on action items.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Coordinate communication between the CEO and other departments or external partners.
• Assist in the preparation of board meetings, reports, and executive-level events.
• Maintain files and records in an organized and accessible manner.
• Track deadlines to ensure the CEO is informed and well-prepared at all times.
• Handle other administrative duties and special projects as assigned by the CEO.

Skills Required:

• Minimum of 25 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in executive-level support.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Support the manager or administration by writing documents, managing phone calls and visitors, assisting in coordinating key projects, and managing the agenda.