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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an experienced Project Controls Director to join our team! In this role, you will lead the Project Controls Team for a Facilities Operations Managing Agent Project in Riyadh, ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations, client requirements, and Parsons’ internal standards.

In this role, you will develop, manage, and execute all phases of the project controls effort, including planning/scheduling and cost analysis. The ideal candidate will have diversified knowledge of project controls activities and will draw upon extensive experience and exposure to various types of projects and clients.

This role requires extensive experience in large infrastructure projects, Operations & Maintenance or Facilities Management, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked in the UAE or GCC region.

What You'll Be Doing:

The Program Controls Director (PCD) is responsible for the development of an effective integrated project controls system, master schedule and budget, and the development and management of the Program Controls Execution.

The PCD is also responsible for the compilation of the monthly progress reports (and other reports as necessary), on behalf of the PgD. The PCD will then report such trends to the PgD who will be responsible for ensuring that the required action, escalation etc. is taken to minimize and reverse negative trends or to maximize positive (opportunity) trends.

Responsible for the production and maintenance of the Master Schedule and monitoring adherence to it by Park Operations and Park Operation vendors. He is also responsible for ensuring the development of any recovery plans, and the analysis of any adverse trends.

The PCD will have oversight on all document management control procedures and requirements for the program and ensure that efficient processes are implemented with all internal and external parties.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Facilities Management or related field (or equivalent work experience).

Minimum 20 years of related experience

Basic engineering knowledge in electrical, mechanical, civil, or a related field.

Proficient PC skills, including proficiency in various Project Controls Software.

Proven ability to perform in a supervisory capacity.

Knowledge of FM industry practices.

Must meet Parsons Project Controls Manager Certification requirements.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of software products, e.g. Excel, Word, etc

Proficient with industry software such as Expedition, etc

Experience with Adobe Acrobat is required.

Experience with Primavera Project Planner Version 6.0 or higher is desirable.

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