Package Manager - Design

Parsons Oman; Riyadh; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Package Manager - Design (Infrastructure) for a significant airport project in Riyadh. The role requires managing multi-disciplinary design packages, ensuring compliance with codes and stakeholder requirements, and leading a team. The ideal candidate will have groundbreaking experience in complex infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on frameworks and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in design management of infrastructure projects.
• At least 5 years on airport or large-scale transport infrastructure.
• Certification in Design/Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage infrastructure design packages from concept to IFC.
• Ensure timely delivery of designs in accordance with project schedules.
• Coordinate design activities with internal and external consultants.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

BIM tools

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Package Manager - Design (Infrastructure) to support the development and execution of a large-scale airport project, covering landside and airside infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of proven experience managing multi-disciplinary design packages in complex infrastructure projects, preferably within the aviation sector.

This role is pivotal in driving end-to-end coordination and delivery of assigned infrastructure packages, ensuring design compliance, constructability, and integration with airport systems and stakeholder requirements.

What You'll Be Doing;

• Lead and manage infrastructure design packages (e.g., runways, taxiways, aprons, roads, utilities, stormwater, sewerage, and ancillary facilities) from concept to IFC (Issued for Construction) stage.
• Coordinate design activities with internal and external design consultants, contractors, and client representatives.
• Review and approve design deliverables, ensuring alignment with project specifications, codes, and airport authority requirements.
• Ensure the timely delivery of designs in accordance with overall project schedules and milestones.
• Manage interfaces between infrastructure packages and other systems (e.g., terminals, baggage handling, AGL, ICT, fuel hydrant systems, and mechanical/electrical utilities).
• Conduct design coordination meetings, workshops, and interface resolution sessions across multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitor design changes and ensure timely resolution of design issues impacting construction, safety, or operations.
• Provide technical leadership across infrastructure design disciplines including civil, utilities, and enabling works.
• Ensure all designs comply with international and local standards (e.g., ICAO, FAA, IBC, NFPA, and local municipal codes).
• Drive constructability, maintainability, and operational integration in the design process.
• Support value engineering exercises and risk management processes for assigned packages.
• Oversee preparation and review of key technical documents including design reports, drawings, specifications, method statements, and BOQs.
• Ensure proper management of design documents via EDMS and design control systems.
• Coordinate and manage design submissions for authority approvals and permitting processes.
• Act as the single point of contact for assigned design packages with clients, consultants, contractors, and airport authorities.
• Support the procurement and tendering processes by providing technical input and design clarifications.
• Represent the package in design progress reviews, technical meetings, and risk assessments.
• Lead a team of discipline engineers, design coordinators, and consultants.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and package support staff.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in design management processes, tools, and standards

What Required Skills You'll Bring;

• Minimum 15 years of experience in design management of infrastructure projects, with at least 5 years on airport or large-scale transport infrastructure.
• Strong track record in leading multi-disciplinary design teams across various infrastructure packages.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Extensive understanding of infrastructure systems design: earthworks, drainage, roads, utilities, pavements, and enabling works.
• Familiarity with international design codes (ICAO, FAA, ACI, AASHTO, BS/EN, etc.) and airport-specific infrastructure standards.
• Expertise in using design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, BIM tools, and document management platforms.
• Excellent planning, coordination, communication, and reporting skills in complex stakeholder environments.
• Certification in Design/Project Management (e.g., PMP, PMI-SP, PRINCE2).
• Experience in working with airport operators, international consultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Exposure to digital engineering environments (e.g., BIM Level 2, Common Data Environments, clash detection platforms).
• Knowledge of sustainability and resilience in infrastructure design (e.g., LEED, Envision frameworks).

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