Project Director

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. 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 abil

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 abil

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. 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. Coordinate and manage the design review process for all disciplines across all components. Work closely with the LDC and approved specialists to finalize hotel package design, ensuring brand standards and technical requirements. Lead technical and coordination review of existing designs, including utility systems, 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. Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with contract requirements and quality standards. Coordinate PMC construction supervision teams and ensure effective site presence, documentation, and reporting. Monitor progress of shell & core works and fit-out interfaces. Manage site logistics, access, sequencing, and phasing. Review and approve key construction method statements, shop drawings, material submittals, and technical queries. Drive a strong safety culture and ensure QA/QC procedures, inspections, and testing. Monitor non-conformance reports and lessons learned; support audits and inspections by Client, authorities, and third parties. Act as a key interface between Client, LDC, contractors, and authorities; coordinate with designer for design reviews and pre-opening activities. Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including utility providers and regulatory bodies. Establish and maintain a risk register and issues log; prepare progress reports and dashboards with KPIs on time, cost, quality, and HSE. Proactively identify potential delays, claims, and disputes; implement mitigation strategies and support settlements. Plan and oversee testing & commissioning strategy for all systems; coordinate with pre-opening team to ensure systems and training meet operator requirements.