Project Director
Parsons · Jeddah, Saudi Arabia · 1d ago
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Project Director to join our team! In this role you will lead the end-to-end project and construction management of a high-profile mixed-use development, acting as the Client’s representative within the PMC organization. The role covers project management, design review coordination, construction management oversight, stakeholder engagement, and delivery of the project to agreed time, cost, quality, and safety objectives.
What You'll Be Doing:
Project Leadership & Governance
Act as the primary day-to-day lead for the project within the PMC team, representing the Client’s interests
Establish, implement, and maintain project governance frameworks, procedures, and reporting structures
Develop and maintain the overall project execution plan, including scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and communication plans
Chair regular internal PMC meetings and Client progress meetings; ensure clear decisions, action tracking, and closure
Scope, Schedule & Cost Management
Lead development and maintenance of the integrated master programme covering design, procurement, construction, testing & commissioning, and handover
Monitor contractor and consultant programmes; identify variances and drive corrective actions to achieve milestone dates
Oversee cost control in coordination with cost consultants: budget tracking, change/variation evaluation, and value engineering initiatives
Ensure strict management of scope, including change control, claims mitigation, and alignment with Client business case and operator requirements
Design Management & Review
Coordinate and manage the design review process for all disciplines (architectural, structural, MEP, specialist systems) across all components (hotel, serviced apartments, offices, retail/F&B/entertainment)
Work closely with the LDC and approved specialists to finalize the hotel package design, ensuring full compliance with operator’s brand standards and technical requirements
Lead technical and coordination review of existing designs, including utility tanks, hotel systems (back-of-house, laundry, kitchens, vertical transportation, life safety, IT/ELV, etc.), and interface with shell & core works
Ensure timely resolution of design issues, clashes, and interface risks between hotel, serviced apartments, office, and retail components
Support design-related approvals with local authorities and relevant stakeholders
Construction Management & Site Oversight
Oversee construction activities of the main contractor(s) to ensure compliance with contract requirements, specifications, approved drawings, quality standards, and programme
Coordinate PMC construction supervision teams (discipline engineers, inspectors, planners, QS, HSE, QA/QC) and ensure effective site presence, documentation, and reporting
Monitor progress of shell & core works and fit-out interfaces, particularly for the The designer hotel and serviced apartments
Ensure robust management of site logistics, access, sequencing, and phasing to minimize disruption and rework
Review and approve key construction method statements, shop drawings, material submittals, and technical queries
Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE)
Drive a strong safety culture across the project and ensure compliance with HSE plans, regulations, and Client requirements
Ensure implementation of QA/QC procedures, inspection and test plans , and material approval processes
Monitor non-conformance reports and corrective actions; ensure lessons learned are captured and implemented
Support audits and inspections by Client, authorities, and third parties
Stakeholder & Operator Coordination
Act as a key interface between the Client, LDC, contractors, and authorities
Coordinate with the designer for design reviews, mock-ups, brand standard compliance, operational requirements, and pre-opening activities
Work with leasing/asset management teams for office and retail components to accommodate tenant requirements and fit-out guidelines
Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including utility providers, municipality, civil defense, and other regulatory bodies
Risk, Issues & Reporting
Establish and maintain a risk register and issues log ; identify, assess, prioritize, and mitigate project risks
Prepare and present periodic progress reports, dashboards, and executive summaries to the Client and PMC leadership, including key KPIs on time, cost, quality, and HSE
Proactively identify potential delays, claims, and disputes; implement mitigation strategies and support negotiation/settlement where required
Testing, Commissioning & Handover
Plan and oversee testing & commissioning strategy for all systems, with particular attention to hotel and serviced apartments building services, life safety, and operator-specific systems
Coordinate with the designer and their pre-opening team to ensure systems, documentation, and training meet operator requirements for opening
Lead snagging, de-snagging, and final completion activities; ensure proper handover of as-built documentation, O&M manuals, warranties, and statutory approvals
Support transition to operations and defect liability period management
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related discipline
Master’s degree in Project/Construction Management or related field is preferred
Project Management Professional, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or equivalent
Membership of a recognized professional body (e.g.)
Minimum 20 years of total experience in construction and project management.
Proven experience working within a PMC or client-side environment on large-scale mixed-use or hospitality-led developments
Direct experience delivering 4/5-star hotels and serviced apartments, preferably with international operators.
Demonstrated track record managing projects in the GCC, preferably in Saudi Arabia
Strong experience in design coordination, design review, and managing LDC and specialist designers
Hands-on exposure to shell & core plus fit-out projects, including complex MEP systems and vertical transportation
Client-focused mindset with a high degree of accountability and ownership
Resilient, proactive, and able to operate under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Structured, detail-oriented, and committed to high standards of quality and safety
Collaborative and team-oriented, with the ability to build strong working relationships
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!
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