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About Parsons Corporation

Parsons Corporation is a global leader in the engineering, construction, technical, and management services industry. The company is seeking a Senior Manager Planning (Power Infrastructure) to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for a full-time role focused on critical power infrastructure projects.

Role Overview

The Senior Manager Planning will report to the Director of Power Utilities. This role involves assessing proposed power infrastructure assets and network deployment strategies to ensure alignment with overall development needs. Key considerations include capacity, location, and scheduling requirements for various projects within the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on construction sequencing and collaborate with development teams to optimize the implementation of power-related assets and networks, including substations, transmission lines, distribution networks, transformers, and cabling routing.
• Contribute to procurement planning by evaluating and testing different packaging and delivery options to best fulfill project and development objectives.
• Support budget planning and cost estimation by offering technical and strategic input during early project stages.
• Provide insights into project timelines and proactively identify programmatic gaps or schedule risks.
• Recognize potential risks related to project delivery and execution, and develop appropriate mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
• Prepare and present Stage Gate documentation for power (dry utility) projects, covering budget and funding requirements, development timelines and phasing, design and engineering management strategy, risk and opportunity assessment, and consultant and contractor procurement strategies.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should possess 5-10 years of proven experience in relevant power infrastructure roles and meet the following criteria:

• Proven experience in the design, delivery, and integration of power infrastructure systems, including substations, overhead/underground transmission lines, distribution networks, and grid connections.
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and other international standard forms of agreement, particularly in EPC or D&B contexts.
• Expertise in planning and sequencing utility infrastructure, especially within mixed-use or large-scale urban developments.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to significant power infrastructure development within a dynamic environment.

Application Process

Parsons Corporation invites qualified professionals to apply for this Senior Manager Planning position. Salary for this role will be discussed directly with shortlisted candidates.