Assistant Project Manager

Experience; Qatar; On-site; QAR 335,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Qatar is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of Project Management Consultancy services for a landmark luxury hospitality and entertainment destination. You will work closely with the Project Director and PMC leadership to manage day‑to‑day activities across design, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning.

Responsibilities include coordinating interfaces among the Client, designers, supervision consultants, contractors and authorities;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years in Project Management Consultancy, Construction Management or major multidisciplinary projects.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design and construction teams.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, risk management and stakeholder coordination.
• Proficiency with project management software, scheduling tools, reporting systems and EDMS.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Director and Deputy Project Director in day‑to‑day PMC delivery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary activities across design, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning, handover and defect liability.
• Monitor progress against schedules, milestones, deliverables and project action plans.
• Coordinate interfaces between Client, designers, consultants, contractors, and authorities.
• Support project controls activities, including risk management and change management.
• Maintain project meetings, minutes, action registers and follow‑ups.
• Review project reports and ensure proper documentation in the EDM System.

Skills

PMP certification

Project controls

Risk management

Stakeholder coordination

Interface management

Communication

Scheduling tools

EDMS / document management

Education

Bachelor's degree inEngineering/related

Tools

Aconex

Job description

Education Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Electronics/Telecomunication)

Industry Academic Publishing & Editorial Management

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what s possible.

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Assistant Project Manager to join our team in Qatar! In this role, you will support the delivery of Project Management Consultancy services for a landmark luxury hospitality and entertainment destination featuring world-class hospitality, immersive entertainment, premium retail, and diverse leisure attractions. Working closely with the Project Director, Deputy Project Director, and wider PMC leadership team, you will support the day-to-day management, coordination, and administration of the project throughout design, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning, handover, and the Defects Liability Period.

What You ll Be Doing:

• Support the Project Director and Deputy Project Director in the day-to-day delivery of the PMC services.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary activities across design, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning, handover, and the Defects Liability Period.
• Monitor project progress against approved schedules, milestones, deliverables, and the Project Action Plan.
• Coordinate interfaces between the Client, designers, supervision consultants, contractors, specialist consultants, operators, utility providers, and statutory authorities.
• Support project controls activities, including schedule monitoring, action tracking, risk management, issue resolution, and change management.
• Coordinate project meetings, workshops, and technical reviews, ensuring agendas, minutes, action registers, and follow-up activities are completed.
• Monitor the status of design deliverables, approvals, authority submissions, procurement activities, construction progress, and commissioning readiness.
• Assist in reviewing project reports, dashboards, correspondence, and recommendations before submission to the Client.
• Maintain project documentation, registers, deliverables, and information within the Electronic Document Management System.
• Coordinate with the Supervision Consultant to monitor construction progress, quality, HSE performance, and contractor compliance.
• Identify project risks, interface issues, and potential impacts on cost, schedule, quality, and operational objectives.
• Promote effective communication, collaboration, and timely decision-making across all project stakeholders.

Desired Candidate Profile

What Required Skills You ll Bring:

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Project Management Consultancy, Construction Management, or major multidisciplinary development projects.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of project management, project controls, stakeholder coordination, interface management, risk management, and change management.
• Working knowledge of design management, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning, handover, and Defects Liability Period activities.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams, priorities, deliverables, and project interfaces within a fast-paced programme environment.
• Proficiency in project management software, scheduling tools, reporting systems, and Electronic Document Management Systems.

What Desired Skills You ll Bring:

• Professional certification such as PMP or an equivalent project management qualification.
• Experience working on projects delivered through Design and Build contracting models.
• Previous experience working on major luxury hospitality, entertainment, or destination developments.
• Experience using Aconex or similar document management platforms.
• Previous project experience within Qatar or the wider GCC region.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, reporting, and stakeholder-engagement capabilities.
• Ability to identify emerging issues early and support the development of practical, timely solutions.