Logistics Manager - Saudi National

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Logistics Manager in Saudi Arabia to oversee on-site logistics and field support for major projects, including multi-unit operations and high-value installations. You will coordinate subcontractor services, equipment, and materials to maximize efficiency and keep schedules on track.

Responsibilities include budgeting, staffing, leading site teams, evaluating performance, and maintaining strong client and supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of construction-related logistics processes and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated managerial capability on complex construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders in challenging site environments.
• Knowledge of transportation coordination, material handling, warehousing, equipment logistics, and site support operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.

Responsibilities

• Directs the overall planning and execution of on-site logistics and field support activities, identifying critical milestones and priorities.
• Determines budget estimates and staffing requirements aligned with the defined scope and schedule.
• Ensures subcontractor services, logistics resources, materials, transportation, and major equipment are available at the appropriate time to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Establishes assignments for site teams and supervisors, monitors progress and recommends corrective actions when required.
• Conducts performance evaluations and recommends promotions and salary actions.
• Manages the allocation of manpower, materials, lodging, transportation, and equipment to maintain schedules and meet budget objectives.
• Anticipates and resolves issues such as scope changes, schedule delays, resource constraints, and budget overruns.
• Ensures sound operational and logistics practices to maintain required quality standards at optimal cost.
• Coordinates site access, transportation, material movement, warehousing, equipment deployment, and other project logistics requirements.
• Prepares periodic progress reports and formal presentations for senior management and clients.
• Ensures effective implementation of Company and client policies and procedures, including labor relations, safety requirements, and site regulations.
• Acts as the primary point of contact with client representatives, suppliers, subcontractors, and relevant authorities for logistics-related activities.
• Maintains strong client and community relations as required.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Skills

Broad knowledge of construction- (log)

Demonstrated managerial capability

Leadership and problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Diverse teams and stakeholders

Transportation coordination and wareh

Multiple priorities management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, logistics, business administration, or related field, or equivalent experience

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Logistics Manager to join our Facility Management team!

The Logistics Manager will oversee on-site logistics and field support activities for major projects, often involving multiple units and complex construction operations. This includes projects with more than 5 million construction manhours or a total installed cost exceeding $150 million. The role applies broad knowledge of construction disciplines, logistics methods, and installation techniques to support successful project execution.

The incumbent will be thoroughly familiar with contractual obligations, technical requirements, and operational needs associated with the facilities and infrastructure being delivered. In addition to logistics management, this position is responsible for field administration, procurement coordination, resource planning, and field support services. Willingness to relocate to construction site locations is expected.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Directs the overall planning and execution of on-site logistics and field support activities, identifying critical milestones and priorities.

• Determines budget estimates and staffing requirements aligned with the defined scope and schedule.

• Ensures subcontractor services, logistics resources, materials, transportation, and major equipment are available at the appropriate time to maximize efficiency and productivity.

• Establishes assignments for site teams and supervisors, monitors progress and recommends corrective actions when required.

• Conducts performance evaluations and recommends promotions and salary actions.

• Manages the allocation of manpower, materials, lodging, transportation, and equipment to maintain schedules and meet budget objectives.

• Anticipates and resolves issues such as scope changes, schedule delays, resource constraints, and budget overruns.

• Ensures sound operational and logistics practices to maintain required quality standards at optimal cost.

• Coordinates site access, transportation, material movement, warehousing, equipment deployment, and other project logistics requirements.

• Prepares periodic progress reports and formal presentations for senior management and clients.

• Ensures effective implementation of Company and client policies and procedures, including labor relations, safety requirements, and site regulations.

• Acts as the primary point of contact with client representatives, suppliers, subcontractors, and relevant authorities for logistics-related activities.

• Maintains strong client and community relations as required.

• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring

• Broad knowledge of construction-related logistics processes and industry best practices.

• Demonstrated managerial capability on complex construction or infrastructure projects.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders in challenging site environments.

• Knowledge of transportation coordination, material handling, warehousing, equipment logistics, and site support operations.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, logistics, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

• 10 years of experience supporting large-scale construction or infrastructure projects at domestic and/or international locations.

• Proven experience managing logistics, facilities, procurement coordination, and site support operations on projects of comparable scale and complexity.

• Experience coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, transportation providers, equipment resources, and field support teams.

• Willingness to relocate to project or construction site locations as 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!

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About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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