Program Director - Infrastructure and Transport

Parsons; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 183,621 - 238,707; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth within a globally recognized engineering organization

Opportunity to shape large-scale engineering initiatives

Executive-level influence on project outcomes

Job summary

Parsons is hiring a Senior Program Director to oversee significant infrastructure and transportation programs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and contractual agreements, while also driving strategic delivery and performance excellence.

With at least 25 years in construction leadership, candidates are expected to bring a strong background in transport project delivery, with responsibilities encompassing risk management, resource allocation, and team leadership. This executive role offers the opportunity to influence substantial engineering initiatives and contribute to national development efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 25 years of experience in infrastructure and construction leadership roles.
• Strong background in transport or heavy civil engineering project delivery.
• Proven experience managing large-scale programs in client-facing roles.
• Deep understanding of project finance, budgeting, and cost control.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across complex environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of large infrastructure and transport programs across all phases.
• Oversee multiple projects ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and quality targets.
• Act as primary representative with clients, managing relationships and negotiations.
• Direct project teams and allocate resources to achieve program objectives.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Guide development of project management plans, safety plans, and QA QC frameworks.
• Support business development efforts by identifying new opportunities.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders for seamless delivery.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and corporate standards.
• Lead performance management and development of senior project teams.

Skills

Program and portfolio management

Infrastructure project delivery and leadership

Contract negotiation and administration

Budgeting and cost control

Risk management and mitigation strategies

Strategic planning and decision-making

Job description

Program Director - Infrastructure and Transport Job Snapshot

• Role: Senior Program Director
• Location: Riyadh Saudi Arabia
• Industry: Construction
• Experience: 25 years
• Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Program Director Infrastructure Riyadh Saudi Arabia construction hiring opportunity with Parsons Corporation focused on leading large-scale infrastructure and transportation programs. This executive role drives strategic delivery, oversees multiple projects, and ensures performance aligned with client objectives, budget targets, and contractual commitments.

Job Details

• Country: Saudi Arabia
• City: Riyadh
• Industry: Construction
• Function: Project-Program Management
• Salary: 50000-65000 (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Riyadh; please confirm the final offer with the employer.)
• Gender: Any Candidate
• Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Context

This leadership role is responsible for managing complex mega programs from planning through execution, ensuring that technical, financial, and operational goals are achieved. It involves direct engagement with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to drive delivery excellence, mitigate risks, and support business growth through successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead execution of large infrastructure and transport programs across all phases
• Oversee multiple projects ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and quality targets
• Act as primary representative with clients, managing relationships and negotiations
• Direct project teams and allocate resources to achieve program objectives
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions
• Guide development of project management plans, safety plans, and QA QC frameworks
• Support business development efforts by identifying new opportunities
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders for seamless delivery
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and corporate standards
• Lead performance management and development of senior project teams

Ideal Profile

• Minimum 25 years of experience in infrastructure and construction leadership roles
• Strong background in transport or heavy civil engineering project delivery
• Proven experience managing large-scale programs in client-facing roles
• Deep understanding of project finance, budgeting, and cost control
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across complex environments
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities

Skills Set

• Program and portfolio management
• Infrastructure project delivery and leadership
• Contract negotiation and administration
• Budgeting and cost control
• Risk management and mitigation strategies
• Strategic planning and decision-making

Why Join Us

• Lead major infrastructure and transportation programs with Parsons Corporation
• Work on high-impact national development projects in Saudi Arabia
• Executive-level role with strong influence on project and business outcomes
• Opportunity to shape large-scale engineering initiatives
• Career growth within a globally recognized engineering organization