Construction Specialist - Electrical
Parsons Corporation
Date: 1 week ago
City: Riyadh
Contract type: Full time

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When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.
Job Description
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Construction Specialist – Electrical to join our team! In this role you will get to play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of electrical infrastructure for an airport project. This role requires technical expertise, a hands-on approach in the field, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, safe, and regulation-compliant work.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and experienced in working within complex, high-stakes construction environments.
What You'll Be Doing;
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 the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.
Job Description
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Construction Specialist – Electrical to join our team! In this role you will get to play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of electrical infrastructure for an airport project. This role requires technical expertise, a hands-on approach in the field, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, safe, and regulation-compliant work.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and experienced in working within complex, high-stakes construction environments.
What You'll Be Doing;
- Supervise the installation and commissioning of airfield electrical systems including airfield ground lighting (AGL), approach lights, signage, duct banks, and cable networks.
- Ensure all electrical work is carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards.
- Liaise with contractors and internal engineering teams to verify and validate construction activities.
- Interpret and apply engineering drawings and technical specifications related to electrical systems.
- Coordinate with design, civil, mechanical, and instrumentation disciplines to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems into overall construction activities.
- Provide technical support during site inspections, issue resolution, and testing phases.
- Conduct quality checks and inspections to ensure adherence to project requirements and regulatory codes (ICAO, FAA, IES, IEC, or local standards).
- Identify and rectify non-conformities in the field in collaboration with QA/QC and safety teams.
- Maintain up-to-date records of all electrical works for audits and future reference.
- Support the development and tracking of work schedules related to electrical works.
- Coordinate with planning and cost control teams to provide inputs on progress, delays, or productivity issues.
- Participate in progress meetings and prepare status updates as required.
- Ensure that all electrical works are executed with the highest regard for safety and environmental compliance.
- Promote a culture of safety among subcontractors and site personnel.
- Address any unsafe practices immediately and escalate critical issues as necessary.
- Interface with client representatives, consultants, and contractors to resolve site-level technical queries.
- Ensure smooth communication across teams to support timely and accurate project execution.
- Assist in managing inspections and approvals from authorities or external stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical construction, preferably within airport or infrastructure projects.
- Proven experience in installation and commissioning of airfield electrical systems including AGL, CCRs, and runway lighting.
- Strong understanding of electrical codes, standards, and regulations applicable to airfield infrastructure.
- Proficiency in reviewing shop drawings, redlines, as-built documentation, and technical reports.
- Experience with testing and commissioning protocols for high- and low-voltage systems.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills in a multi-disciplinary, multi-contractor environment.
- Familiarity with construction documentation, inspection procedures, and permit-to-work systems.
- Certification in Electrical Safety, QA/QC, or relevant project supervision.
- Knowledge of international airfield lighting standards (e.g., ICAO Annex 14, FAA AC 150/5340).
- Experience working in joint venture or large infrastructure programs.
- Basic proficiency in construction management tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MS Project, or site inspection apps).
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities under schedule-driven environments.
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 the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
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