Lifting Manager

Parsons; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an experienced Lifting Manager to oversee all lifting operations for complex hospitality or mixed-use developments in Riyadh, KSA. You will lead lifting plans, supervise operators and ensure safety across all construction phases.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years in lifting, civil engineering credentials, and PMCM exposure with major contractors. Strong English communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' relevant lifting operations experience.
• Degree in Civil Engineer or NVQ Level 7 in engineering.
• Deep understanding of LOLER, PUWER, HASAWA; cranes and rigging.
• Proven PMCM experience with major contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise on-site lifting operations across projects.
• Develop lifting plans, method statements and safe systems of work.
• Coordinate with design, procurement and safety teams.
• Mentor lifting teams and manage subcontractors.
• Represent Parsons in client and regulatory meetings.

Skills

Lifting operations

Lifting plan development

Safety systems of work

Leadership and team management

Contractor management

Education

Civil Engineer degree

NVQ Diploma level 7 or equivalent

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazing Lifting Manager with strong contractor experience as an Appointed Person (AP) to join our team! In this role, you will lead and safely deliver all lifting operations for complex hospitality or mixed-use developments and construction projects within Riyadh, KSA, ensuring safe and successful execution of lifting operations, methodologies and applications across all construction phases through to close out and demobilization activities.

Manages and leads, all on-site field lifting operational activities from lifting plan preparation and method statements through to safe execution, works involve multiple contracts and programs. Typically, experience of construction projects having more than 5M man-hours or a total cost of more than U S $1Bn.

What you will be doing

Managing, leading, developing detailed plans and method statements, safe systems of work across all on-site construction activities in line with project objects, plans, specifications, and safety standards.

Supervise lifting operators, riggers and signallers/banksmen ensure all pre-lift briefings are conducted and all crews involved understand lifting plans and their specific roles.

Developing equipment inspection and selection processes and procedures, ensuring lifting plant/equipment, tools, and tackle have stringent inspection regimes and best practices, in place.

Site coordination with site management and other trades to ensure lifting areas are clear, secured and safe.

Coordinate with design teams, engineering, subcontractors, procurement, environment, safety, to ensure unnecessary lifting movements are 'designed out' through effective design principles for safe execution.

Supervising multiple site teams and subcontractors, assigning work, monitoring progress, and making recommendations on lifting operations and any corrective actions.

Leading site lifting inspections, safety audits, and quality checks to ensure compliance and resolve technical issues.

Preparing detailed progress reports and presenting updates to senior management and clients.

Promoting construction best practices, technical excellence, and client satisfaction across the project.

Implementing and ensuring compliance with safety, QA/QC, and document control protocols.

Representing Parsons in meetings with clients, authorities, and external stakeholders, with the ability to enhance and promote client relationships whilst remaining an ambassador for the company.

Leading multi-disciplinary lifting assessments and lifting operation workshops to optimize project delivery.

Ability to mentor and motivate construction team members/individuals through career guidance and or participation in company sponsored events/award initiatives

Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Expected skills you will bring

• Minimum 15 years' relevant experience with extensive hands-on experience in lifting operations, lifting plan development and implementation, lifting preparation and safe systems of work.
• Degree in Civil Engineer / NVQ Diploma level 7 or engineering related field
• Deep understanding of LOLER, PUWER and HASAWA; crane load charts, crane types, capabilities and limitations; rigging methods and structural stability
• Superior initiative, judgement, and ability required to assume the total leadership of a complete largescale program and /or multiple concurrent lifting operations across projects.
• Strong leadership in controlling and managing site lift operations, lifting teams, and subcontractors.
• Demonstrated experience working with PMCM and major contractors on complex, high-value projects.

Desired skills you will bring

• Excellent English, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead meetings and report effectively.
• Familiarity with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality assurance protocols.
• Experience in public meetings, regulatory coordination, or working with government clients.
• Candidate must be knowledgeable of current and future emerging technologies and how they can be effectively utilized on projects.
• Incumbent must meet Parsons' Project Management certification requirements, as and when required.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join