Senior Construction Manager

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Job Description

Parsons is seeking a highly accomplished and results-oriented Senior Construction Manager specializing in Roads to join our pivotal team on the prestigious Qiddiya Project in Riyadh. This is a critical leadership role responsible for the successful planning, execution, and handover of significant road infrastructure packages within the Qiddiya master plan. The successful candidate will ensure that all road construction activities are delivered safely, on time, within budget, to the highest quality standards, and in full compliance with design specifications and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall Project Leadership & Management (Roads):
• Take full responsibility for the planning, execution, monitoring, control, and successful completion of all assigned road construction packages.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project execution plans, including detailed schedules, budgets, and resource allocation for roadworks.
• Lead and manage the entire lifecycle of road construction projects, from earthworks and grading to sub-base, base, paving, drainage, signage, lighting, and associated utilities integration.
• Ensure strict adherence to contractual requirements, specifications, and project objectives.
• Site Operations & Supervision:
• Provide strong leadership and technical guidance to site teams, contractors, and subcontractors involved in road construction.
• Oversee daily site operations, ensuring efficient deployment of resources (manpower, equipment, materials).
• Conduct regular, thorough site inspections to monitor progress, identify potential risks or issues, and ensure compliance with design, quality, and safety standards.
• Proactively identify and resolve complex technical, logistical, and construction-related challenges on site.
• Contractor & Stakeholder Management:
• Manage and oversee the performance of multiple contractors and subcontractors engaged in road construction activities.
• Foster effective working relationships with contractors, consultants, Qiddiya client representatives, and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate efficient communication and coordination among all parties involved in the road infrastructure delivery.
• Lead site meetings, progress reviews, and technical discussions.
• Schedule & Cost Control:
• Monitor project progress against the baseline schedule and implement corrective actions as needed to mitigate delays.
• Manage project budgets for road packages, tracking expenditures, reviewing payment applications, and controlling costs effectively.
• Review, evaluate, and negotiate change orders and claims related to road construction.
• Prepare accurate and timely progress reports, forecasts, and financial summaries for road packages.
• Quality Assurance & Control (Roads):
• Develop, implement, and enforce rigorous Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) programs specific to road construction, ensuring all materials and workmanship meet project specifications and international standards.
• Oversee testing and inspection protocols for road materials and finished works.
• Address non-conformances promptly and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):
• Champion a strong safety culture on site, ensuring strict adherence to all Parsons, client, and regulatory HSE policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections, identify hazards, and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Promote environmental best practices throughout road construction activities.
• Reporting & Documentation:
• Prepare comprehensive weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc project reports detailing progress, issues, risks, and forecasts for road infrastructure.
• Ensure all project documentation, including daily logs, progress photos, inspection reports, and as-built drawings, is accurately maintained and properly archived.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 15+ years of extensive and progressive experience in construction management, with a dedicated focus on large-scale road and highway infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience as a Construction Manager or a similar senior leadership role on mega-projects, particularly in the Middle East.
• Deep technical knowledge of all aspects of road construction, including earthworks, grading, asphalt and concrete paving, drainage systems, bridges, tunnels (if applicable), intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and associated civil works.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing complex project schedules (Primavera P6 highly preferred) and budgets.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts or similar international contract forms.
• Exceptional leadership, team-building, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proactive problem-solver with a strong ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Proven track record of delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are a significant advantage.
  
  
  

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