Operations Manager

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Operations Manager to join our team! In this role you will get to p rovide operational oversight and technical support to the program management office and to act as Deputy Program Manager.

Reports to the Program Manager and is a Functional manager to various positions not linked to Senior Management staff reporting to Program Manager.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide support to the Program Manager working to support organizational structure various Royal Commission Departments and initiatives.

• Support the Program manager in providing leadership to technical teams and development of integrated team structure.

• Develop plans to increase program efficiency and improve policies and procedures.

• Assist the Program Manager to meet goals and deadlines.

• Work with various departments to promote efficient optimization.

• Develop or optimize various Job Descriptions and conduct initial interviews to be presented to Client.

• Analyze process workflows, implement changes.

• Assist non-technical Departments (such as HR, or Finance) as necessary such as training plan, Manpower Plan, and recruiting.

• Provide technical analysis and review of packages for the Program Manager.

• Coordinate with Parsons Finance on procurement of subcontractors/suppliers, or Parsons external resources.

• Work with Parsons back-office support staff to ensure consistency in job offers, position titles, salaries, housing assignments, etc.

• Coordinate external In-Kingdom and Out-of-Kingdom work to ensure budget and schedule compliance.

• Lead the quality control committee and safety committee.

• Assist with the dissemination/incorporation of Parsons culture with staff.

• Deputize for the Program Manager during his absence.

• Assist with budget preparation and financial program management.

• Assist with updating of policies and assuring constant application of those processes.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or other related obtained from a recognised western university.

• Minimum of 15 years post graduate professional experience.

• Minimum 10 years in a managerial/supervisory position.

• Must have a strong understanding and leadership experience in lifecycle project management, portfolio management, PMO’s, stage gate process, projectization, etc.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer status with ICE(UK) is a plus.

• Must be able to obtain KSA Driver's License.

• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken, including strong presentation skills.

• Knowledge of computers and basic software applications: MS Office is required (Word, Excel, Power Point).

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.