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About the Role

Parsons Corporation is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Logistics) to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role holds end-to-end accountability for program performance, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with all regulatory, technical, and stakeholder requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall planning, governance, and delivery of large-scale development programs from concept through handover and operational readiness.
• Develop and maintain program execution strategies, implementation plans, and roadmaps aligned with business and national objectives.
• Drive integration across infrastructure, transportation, utilities, and community development workstreams to ensure cohesive delivery.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and packages within a broader program portfolio, prioritizing resources and resolving interdependencies.
• Develop and control master schedules, phasing plans, and key milestones using recognized planning tools and methodologies.
• Oversee cost management and budgeting, including cost estimating, value engineering, cost control, and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and local authority requirements across all project components.
• Lead construction delivery planning for complex infrastructure, transportation corridors, residential developments, and utility networks.
• Coordinate logistics strategies, including materials management, construction access, site-wide coordination, and interface management between contractors and stakeholders.
• Monitor contractor performance, construction progress, and productivity; implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Champion construction safety, quality, and environmental management, ensuring adherence to best practices and project-specific plans.
• Manage relationships with government entities, regulators, municipalities, and public-sector stakeholders to secure permits, approvals, and alignment.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and communication strategies for communities, end users, and operational entities affected by infrastructure and development works.
• Prepare and present high-quality reports, briefings, and decision papers for senior leadership and external parties.
• Support procurement strategies for consultants, contractors, and suppliers, including tendering, evaluation, and award recommendations.
• Oversee contract administration, change management, claims evaluation, and dispute avoidance/resolution.
• Ensure that commercial risks are understood, managed, and balanced with delivery requirements and long-term operational needs.
• Ensure that operational, maintenance, and asset management requirements are embedded from the early stages of program design and delivery.
• Oversee documentation, as-built records, and training to ensure seamless transition into live operation.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 15 years of experience delivering large-scale infrastructure and development projects.
• At least several years of experience in a senior project or program management role.
• Experience in large logistics, transportation hubs, or integrated infrastructure platforms.
• Proven track record in managing complex multi-billion-riyal programs or portfolios within sectors such as transportation, highways, rail, utilities, or major mixed-use/residential community developments.
• Demonstrable experience working in or with public-sector entities, regulators, or large master-developments.

About Parsons Corporation

Parsons cultivates an innovative culture guided by a leadership vision that values people, embraces agility, and fosters growth. The company empowers its employees to achieve their full potential within a collaborative environment.

Location

This position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Application Information

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.