Aviation Delivery Director: Terminal & Airfield Programs

Parsons

Riyadh

On-site

SAR 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Parsons in Riyadh is seeking a Project Director - Aviation Delivery to lead the terminal and airfield packages within a major international airport development programme. You will provide strategic direction, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and manage live airport construction, Design and Build delivery, and EPC execution to achieve program milestones.

The ideal candidate has 20+ years in aviation and infrastructure, deep knowledge of airport constraints, regulatory standards, and experience

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or related discipline.
Minimum 20 years of experience on major aviation, airport, infrastructure or complex capital development programmes.
Proven track record delivering large airport projects from design coordination through construction and handover.
Strong experience with Design and Build, EPC, modular delivery, or fast-track construction environments.
Deep understanding of airport operational constraints and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Act as the single point of accountability for delivery of terminal and airfield packages.
Provide strategic direction across the airport project and ensure high standards of service delivery by the multidisciplinary project team.
Lead the project lifecycle from planning and design coordination through construction, commissioning, operational readiness, handover, and close-out.
Ensure the client’s vision for an innovative, technology-enabled, future-proofed airport is delivered by consultants, contractors, and the construction supply chain.
Oversee construction activity in live airport environments while minimizing disruption to existing operations, passengers, airlines, ground handlers, and airport stakeholders.
Coordinate closely with design, commercial, project controls, ORAT, stakeholder, HSE, quality, and construction teams to support integrated airport delivery.