Executive Advisor - Stadium Programs

Parsons Oman; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 374,000 - 563,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international consulting firm is seeking an Executive Advisor for Stadium Programs in Saudi Arabia. This role involves providing oversight and strategic advice for major sports programs, focusing on performance improvements and stakeholder management. The ideal candidate will have over 25 years in construction, particularly in sport infrastructure projects. Strong communication skills and a relevant degree are essential. Apply today to join their quest for excellence.

Qualifications

• 25+ years of experience in construction industry.
• Proven record in sport infrastructure construction projects.
• Experience in collaborative project management.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze company and project performance.
• Collaborate with the client team to improve project delivery.
• Prepare executive presentations for client discussions.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to lead/coordinate small, high-level SME teams

Proven stakeholder management skills

Advanced negotiation and problem-solving skills

Education

University bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Project Management or Construction Management certification

Job description

Overview

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Executive Advisor - Stadium Programs to join our team! In this role you will get to advise and consult on a series of major programs in Saudi Arabia. The Executive Advisor shall provide oversight, monitoring, and strategy and delivery advice for sport programs in the Kingdom that will include, but not be limited to, the following: Working closely with our client to provide high-level advice on development and delivery of projects across all functions. Reviewing sport strategies and development/delivery plans. Provide insights into program and project efficiency across all project stages and supply chains. Provide support in understanding how interaction with all stakeholders, especially relevant authorities, is being managed and can be improved. Be part of a high-level group working closely with the client to improve development and delivery performance and have a positive impact on project finances. This will include project reviews and follow-ups to recommended improvements. Will be responsible for preparing executive presentations for our client, detailing strategic, project, and business plan opportunities, setting out findings, recommendations, and follow-up actions.

Responsibilities

• Part of a team reviewing and analyzing company, program, and project performance, systems, and processes.
• Working closely with the client team to review program and project performance.
• Using your superior SME knowledge to pinpoint root causes and recommend solutions for development and delivery improvements across all program and project functions.
• Analyzing high-level project financial performance and advising on improvements.
• Part of a team collating and reviewing company, program, and project information.
• Visiting sites and company offices to meet with the company, development, and delivery staff to review program and project delivery and performance.
• Part of a team analyzing company, program, and project specifics, leading to observations, findings, and recommendations for improvement.
• Part of the team following up on the successful close-out of agreed recommendations.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including submissions and presentations to C-suite level.
• Ability to lead/coordinate small, high-level SME teams.
• Proven stakeholder management skills to C-suite and national representation levels.
• Proven record of accomplishment as a successful Executive in Sport Infrastructure Construction Projects.
• Twenty-five years+ experience in the construction industry.
• Large International Sport facility planning, development, and delivery experience.
• Experience in Collaborative Project Management or Delivery Partnerships.
• Advanced negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• University bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a similar field required.
• Project Management or Construction Management certification or registration.

Desired Qualifications

• University MSc level degree desirable.
• GCC experience very desirable.

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