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PepsiCo

<div>Overview:
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This is a critical Transformation role responsible for enabling the delivery of the multi-year transformation agenda. This agenda is key to delivering long-term sustainable growth (NOPBT margin ambition) for the OU/market and building organization capability for the future.</div><div>
The main pillars of the Transformation function are:<br>
<ul><li>Next Chapter Operating Model: Next Chapter organization, GCC, Processes, Simplification, WoW</li><li>Cost Transformation: 2-3 year productivity pipeline</li><li>Transformation Management Office: develop and maintain integrated business transformation agenda which aligns to the OU/market vision and strategic KPIs</li><li>Lead several key scale x-functional transformation initiatives: as aligned with senior stakeholders
</li><li>Change Management</li></ul></div>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Operating Model</li></ul>
o Next Chapter Operating Model:<br>
<ul><li>Provide Program leadership to Next Chapter for OU/market. Working with OU Next Chapter PMO and CMO, and Region team, to land Next Chapter organization, processes and ways of working, per aligned OU roadmap</li><li>Drive program level visibility and progress, connect the key workstreams.</li></ul>
o GCC:
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<ul><li>Provide program leadership to the OU/market GCC agenda per aligned roadmap: Ensure smooth transition through leveraging global scale and consolidating similar works in HUBs to maximize effectiveness.
</li><li>Collaborate with multiple partners in OU/market (Function Leads, People Lead, Comms Lead) and Region GCC team to ensure transition moves according to plan.</li><li>Drive program-level visibility and progress. Embed overall change management and communications. Manage interdependencies and key risks, escalating as required</li><li>Cost Transformation</li></ul>
o Provide Program management to the OU/market Cost Transformation agenda. Provide program leadership to the OU/market cost agenda, focused on building a medium and long-term productivity pipeline (next 2-5 years).<br>
o Drive program level visibility and progress, visibility of pipeline, connect and operationalize the key x-functional workstreams, working with key stakeholders to size opportunities, mobilize team, build roadmaps/scorecards:
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<ul><li>DTV, Portfolio Harmonization, SC transformation, Procurement, GTM, A&amp;M, Operating Model (Picasso/Next Chapter/GCC), Digital</li></ul>
o Act as the Lead for Saudi DTV: Key tasks include Sprint Facilitation, Prioritization, &amp; Planning, SWAT Team Identification &amp; Onboarding, Value Realization and Brainstorming Ideas based on Benchmarking<br>
o Embed overall change management and communications.<br>
o TMO support to cost transformation governance processes (e.g. Productivity Council, agenda, pre-reads, and actions as appropriate for OU/market).<br>
o Manage interdependencies of workstreams and key risks, escalating as required.<ul><li>Transformation Management Office</li></ul>
o Own delivery of multi-year OU/market Transformation roadmap, including digital agenda, working in conjunction with key OU stakeholders, Region Transformation and Deployment teams.
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o Define overall project management plan leveraging standard frameworks for each program with the Project/Program lead, delivering detailed roadmaps and key milestones<br>
o Define best support for each initiative in conjunction with key stakeholders and identify cross-functional integration and tension points.<br>
o Provide leadership and governance to these projects, working closely with core project teams, Functions, and OUs as required.<br>
o Leverage project management methodology, guidance, and communication frameworks
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o Provide scorecard and performance metrics for each project, manage risk and course correcting as required, and deliver defined benefits.<br>
o Embed overall change management and communications.<br>
o Lead process by prioritizing all investment requests, tracking resources, enabling active risk management, and ensuring value realization.<br>
o Define a multi-year investment plan and work with project stakeholders to outline the scope, goals, deliverables, required resources, budget &amp; timing.<br>
o Build tools and capability to support OU/market Transformation agenda: Partner with Sector TMO and CMO to build standard tools, project management, and working methods to ensure execution discipline across our transformation and strategic projects.<br>
o Collaborate with the Global Team to leverage global tools and capabilities and get insights from other sectors on adoption and roll-out practices.<ul><li>Lead key scale x-functional transformation initiatives (to be aligned with stakeholders)</li></ul>
o Provide leadership and project management to several scale OU/market Transformation projects<ul><li>Change Management</li></ul>
o Lead the change management community, plan training for new change leads and impacted managers, and drive effective organizational implementation.<br>
o Working with EMEA Change Lead to seamlessly integrate a clear change management plan.<br>
o Sharing learnings across projects and teams<br>
o Estimate 2-3 significant projects per year (often multiyear projects)
Qualifications:
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Key Skills/Experience Required
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<ul><li>University degree or MBA</li><li>10+ years of business experience in leadership roles at Market/OU/Region/Global level in the FMCG sector, preferably with transformation, change management and/or project management experience</li><li>Deep understanding of the OU/market, processes, priorities and goals</li></ul></div><div>
Key skills required for the role:<br>
<ul><li>Thinking: Excellent strategic mindset and thinking skills, forward-thinking, ability to think holistically E2E and connect the dots, ability to frame the right questions and develop frameworks and solutions to solve complex problems. Highly analytical, motivated, decisive thought leader with excellent general management skills &ndash; strong bias for action and can-do approach to work, &ldquo;out of the box&rdquo; thinking using traditional and non-traditional information sources to support recommendations and drive business results.</li><li>Execution: Strong leadership skills and proven track record of partnering with and influencing at all levels of the organization to develop and implement scale transformation or strategic initiatives, working across business functions to set and execute the agenda. Outstanding project management skills and ability to bring clarity and discipline to the transformation agenda. Excellent communication skills and ability to simplify.</li><li>Relationships: collaborative team player who thrives working in an agile and ambiguous environment, demonstrating solid people skills, working well x-function and x-BU to align behind goals and delivery</li><li>Agility: flexibility and willingness to take on diverse and challenging tasks, passion for supporting and managing change. Ability to operate in through ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities. Demonstrates courage and conviction required to lead scale changes initiatives and embrace new ways of working.</li></ul></div></div>

Saudi S&T Transformation Sr. Manager

zira

<div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About us</b></h4><p>
ZIRA Group is a company of passionate professionals dedicated to building advanced IT solutions. With nearly three decades of experience, we continuously develop and implement technologies that drive progress locally and globally. By combining expertise with a global outlook, we tackle challenges head-on to create a meaningful impact, both within our team and for our clients.
</p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Join our team as a </b><b>Lead Delivery Manager</b><b>.
</b></h4><p>You will play a key role in ensuring the on-time and on-cost delivery of multiple complex IT and telecom projects. You&rsquo;ll oversee end-to-end project execution, from planning through delivery, ensuring alignment among all internal and external stakeholders to achieve the agreed business outcomes.</p><p>
In this role, you will lead and mentor multiple project teams, coordinate cross-functional collaboration, and manage dependencies to ensure smooth delivery. You&rsquo;ll also serve as the primary point of contact between ZIRA and our clients, ensuring client needs are met, issues are resolved, and opportunities for future growth are identified.</p><p>
Your focus will be on both delivery excellence and relationship management, balancing hands-on project oversight with strategic planning, risk management, and continuous improvement.</p><p>
This position requires strong leadership, clear communication, and deep knowledge of various project methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid). The ideal candidate has extensive experience in managing large-scale IT development projects and driving results in dynamic, global environments.<br>
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<b>Note:</b> Applications remain open until <b>December 3, 2025</b>.</p><ul><li><p><br>
8+ years of experience in managing IT project delivery, with at least 3+ years in a lead or senior management position</p></li><li><p>
Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Delivery Manager in a multinational environment</p></li><li><p>
Strong background in managing geographically dispersed project teams and stakeholders</p></li><li><p>
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships</p></li><li><p>
In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid) and the ability to adapt processes pragmatically</p></li><li><p>
Hands-on experience with Jira, Confluence, and MS Project</p></li><li><p>
Proven ability to manage multiple projects or project streams simultaneously</p></li><li><p>
Strong facilitation, prioritization, and coaching skills</p></li><li><p>
Experience overseeing budgets, schedules, and project quality</p></li><li><p>
Understanding of telecom technologies and the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)</p></li><li><p>
Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities, with the ability to foresee and mitigate risks</p></li><li><p>
Ability to identify and resolve delivery impediments, negotiate effectively with external stakeholders, and encourage continuous improvement</p></li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Preferred qualifications</b></h4><ul><li><p>
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification</p></li><li><p>
Experience managing complex telecom and IT projects</p></li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Additional requirements</b></h4><ul><li><p>
Proficiency in English (Arabic is an advantage)</p></li><li><p>
Prior experience managing projects for international clients or within multinational organizations</p></li><li><p>
Familiarity with the Saudi Arabian IT business environment is a plus</p></li><li><p>
Willingness to work Sunday to Thursday, with possible relocation to KSA</p></li><li><p>
Location: Sarajevo (BiH) and Riyadh (KSA)</p></li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key responsibilities</b></h4><p><b>
Project and team management</b><br>
Lead and mentor multiple delivery teams, manage resources, define project scope, and ensure outcomes meet both ZIRA and client expectations.
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<b>Delivery and strategy</b><br>
Develop and implement delivery strategies, maintain roadmaps, and identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency.<br>
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<b>Managing timelines, scope, and budgets</b><br>
Set and manage delivery schedules, control scope changes through effective change management, and monitor budgets to avoid overruns.<br>
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<b>Risk and dependency management</b><br>
Proactively identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and dependencies to ensure a smooth delivery process.<br>
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<b>Stakeholder communication</b><br>
Act as the main liaison between teams and stakeholders, ensuring regular updates and transparent communication on project progress and expectations.<br>
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<b>Performance and reporting</b><br>
Monitor and report on key delivery metrics, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders.
</p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Key personality characteristics</b></h4><ul><li><p>
Proactive and solution-oriented, with strong leadership and organizational skills</p></li><li><p>
Excellent communicator, able to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams</p></li><li><p>
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving</p></li><li><p>
Adaptable to change, with a drive for continuous improvement and excellence</p></li><li><p>
Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and collaboration
</p></li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What&rsquo;s in it for you?</b></h4><p>
As you move through the interview process, we&rsquo;ll share all the details about our benefits and career development opportunities. Here are some key highlights:</p><ul><li><p>
A collaborative, flexible, and respectful work environment
</p></li><li><p>Competitive salary with opportunities for growth</p></li><li><p>
Private health insurance</p></li><li><p>
Hybrid work options for a better work-life experience and balance</p></li><li><p>
Access to any ZIRA office worldwide based on business needs</p></li><li><p>
Personal education budget to support your professional development</p></li><li><p>
A commitment to diversity and inclusion, with a diverse team and active engagement in social and charitable initiatives</p></li><li><p>
Gym membership reimbursement to support your well-being</p></li><li><p>
Access to innovative technical tools and technologies</p></li></ul><p><br>
We&rsquo;re dedicated to fostering both personal and professional growth. We go beyond the basics, offering a supportive environment that includes sports and recreational activities, as well as generous overtime compensation. Our comprehensive approach ensures a fulfilling experience for every member of the ZIRA team.
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Join ZIRA&mdash;where good ideas find people who care enough to make them real.</p></div>

Lead Delivery Manager

Mace Group

<div><p>Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.</p><p>
The project:</p><p>
This project offers the chance to join a talented Mace team in delivering a major entertainment and luxury hospitality project, collaborating with renowned architects and global consultants. The project involves extensive infrastructure and built assets, delivered rapidly through a hands-on Construction Management approach, ideal for those experienced in managing both main and sub-contract packages.</p><p>
You&rsquo;ll be responsible for:</p><ul><li><div>
Lead infrastructure and civil construction delivery across a mega project.</div></li><li><div>
Manage procurement, design coordination, and production planning in fast-paced environments.</div></li><li><div>
Face off with contractors, ensuring alignment with budgets, milestones, and governance.</div></li><li><div>
Develop packaging strategies for early works, main works, and professional services.</div></li><li><div>
Oversee tender processes from market engagement to award, ensuring compliance.</div></li><li><div>
Apply contract and methodology knowledge to support safe execution and risk mitigation.</div></li><li><div>
Blend main contracting and consultancy experience with strong stakeholder management.<br>
</div><div><br>
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You&rsquo;ll need to have:</div></li><li><div><br>
</div><div>Degree in civil engineering, construction management (or equivalent).</div></li><li><div>
Professional membership i.e. MCIOB (or equivalent).</div></li><li><div>
Middle East experience is an advantage.</div></li><li><div>
Major project experience is essential.</div></li><li><div>
Main Contractor experience &pound;250+.</div></li><li><div>
Consultancy experience &pound;1bn+.</div></li></ul><p>
Our values</p><p>
Safety first - Going home safe and well: You will champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in your team and local health and safety rules or regulations of the work you&rsquo;re involved with.</p><p>
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: You will lead on the cost management services including estimating, procurement and cost planning, owning the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and building long term relationships with your clients.</p><p>
Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will lead operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.</p><p>
Create opportunity - For our people to excel: You will mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.</p><p></p><p><br>
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.</p><p>
#LI-Onsite</p></div>

Associate Director - Project Management

Tap Payments

<div><p><b>About Tap</b></p><p>
Tap Payments is revolutionizing online payments across the MENA region by connecting businesses with simple, unified payment experiences. We need exceptional talent to help us on this journey.</p><p><b><br>
The GRC Team</b></p><p>
The Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Team is a dedicated group of professionals who diligently navigate the complex world of financial regulations. They ensure our unwavering commitment to regulatory compliance and the highest industry standards, designing robust risk management strategies, and cultivating a culture of transparency and accountability. In an ever-evolving landscape, the GRC Team safeguards our company and clients from potential risks, making every payment a testament to our dedication to ethical conduct and responsible financial practices.</p><p><b><br>
As a Tapster you will:</b></p><ul>
<li>
Have a strong background in risk management and a proven ability to lead and execute these responsibilities effectively.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain documentation for risk management policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.</li>
<li>Lead risk identification and assessment processes for all departments, products and third parties ensuring comprehensive coverage of potential risks.</li>
<li>Develop and implement a strategic plan to prevent, eliminate, and mitigate risks, in alignment with the Company&rsquo;s goals and objectives.</li>
<li>Develop and update Risk Appetite statements and Risk Tolerances for potential risks faced by the Company.</li>
<li>Develop and monitor key risk and control indicators to enhance risk management practices.</li>
<li>Establish and maintain a risk register for all departments, monitoring risk profiles and targets to ensure effective risk management.</li>
<li>Investigate root causes of incidents and risks, and collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement mitigation strategies.</li>
<li>Analyze operational risk losses across the organization, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.</li>
<li>Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and business partners, addressing concerns and issues in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Drive the development of risk management capability, competency, and capacity across operational levels through facilitation, training, and knowledge sharing.</li>
<li>Enable the first and second lines of defense to effectively manage risk by providing advice, tools, training, and independent challenges.</li>
<li>Facilitate the implementation of systems to accurately define, monitor, and analyze risk profiles, control strategies, and effectiveness.</li>
<li>Conduct business impact analysis and stress testing exercises to assess the Company&rsquo;s resilience to various risk scenarios.</li>
<li>Perform data analysis and build the required risk and fraud models.</li>
<li>Prepare and present Risk Management reports to the Senior Management and board level Committees Qualifications.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
 <b>What you will bring to the party:</b></p><ul>
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in IT, Finance or any other area related to Risk Management. Experience: Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in Risk Management preferably from Payment Services, Banks or other Financial Institutions (Banks, Insurance Companies etc.)</li>
<li>Strong background in risk management, including identification, assessment, and mitigation.</li>
<li>Proficiency in developing and implementing strategic risk management plans.</li>
<li>Expertise in regulatory compliance and industry best practices for risk management.</li>
<li>Ability to develop and monitor key risk and control indicators. Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis and operational risk loss identification.</li>
<li>Excellent relationship management and negotiation skills for engaging with stakeholders and business partners.</li>
<li>Familiarity with systems for defining, monitoring, and analyzing risk profiles and control strategies.</li>
<li>Experience in conducting business impact analysis and stress testing.</li>
<li>Proficiency in data analysis and building risk and fraud models.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and presentation abilities. Bilingual (Arabic and English) is a plus.</li>
<li>A Saudi national is a mandatory requirement for this role.</li></ul><p><br>
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<b>Are you ready to shape the future of payments in MENA?</b></p></div>

Head, Risk Management

Accenture

<div><p><b>Accenture Technology:</b></p><p><br>
Through unmatched industry experience, leading technologies from our ecosystem partners and startups, and the largest delivery network in the world, we provide a powerful range of capabilities that can be tailored to our client&rsquo;s most complex business needs. With over 100 innovation hubs deployed around the world, we help clients continuously innovate at speed and at scale so they can outpace their peers. You will bring innovation, intelligence, and industry experience together with the newest technologies to help clients innovate at scale and transform their businesses. Visit us at www.accenture.com</p><p></p><p><b>
Job Summary:</b></p><p></p><p>
As a Finance Process &amp; Operations Processor, you will serve as a subject matter expert in financial analytics, reporting, and process optimization within the finance function. You will be responsible for developing innovative financial reporting solutions, driving process efficiencies, and providing advisory support to business and finance stakeholders. This role requires deep expertise in SAP CO Profit Center Accounting, financial management reporting, and advanced finance systems. You will influence key decisions, guide cross-functional teams, and deliver solutions that enhance organizational performance and decision-making capabilities.</p><p></p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Lead the design, development, and delivery of financial analytics and management reporting across multiple business units.</p></li><li><p>
Act as a subject matter expert in SAP CO Profit Center Accounting, Overhead Cost Controlling, and Product Cost Controlling.</p></li><li><p>
Develop and implement innovative financial reporting solutions using SAP and other analytical tools to enhance executive decision-making.</p></li><li><p>
Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, IT, and Operations) to streamline finance processes and improve operational efficiency.</p></li><li><p>
Analyze complex financial data to identify key performance trends and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.</p></li><li><p>
Facilitate training sessions and knowledge-sharing workshops for finance teams on SAP, Fiori, and reporting best practices.</p></li><li><p>
Provide advisory support and recommendations on process and systems improvements that impact multiple teams and functions.</p></li><li><p>
Ensure alignment of finance processes with corporate governance, compliance, and internal control standards.</p></li><li><p>
Participate in finance transformation initiatives, ensuring systems and processes are optimized for scalability and accuracy.</p></li><li><p>
Lead root-cause analysis and problem-solving for financial reporting issues and propose sustainable solutions.</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate with IT and process owners to maintain and enhance SAP CO configurations and reporting structures.</p></li><li><p>
Provide metrics and dashboards to monitor finance performance and enable strategic business decisions.</p></li><li><p>
Drive continuous improvement and automation initiatives across finance operations.</p></li><li><p>
Support the implementation and rollout of SAP Fiori applications and related digital finance tools.</p></li></ul></div>
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<div><p><b>Qualifications &amp; Skills:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.</p></li><li><p>
Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in financial operations, reporting, and analytics.</p></li><li><p>
SAP Expertise:</p><ul><li><p>
Advanced proficiency in SAP CO Profit Center Accounting (mandatory).</p></li><li><p>
Strong working knowledge of SAP CO Overhead Cost Controlling and Product Cost Controlling.</p></li><li><p>
Familiarity with SAP Fiori, SAP S/4HANA Finance, and related financial modules preferred.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Technical &amp; Analytical Skills:</p><ul><li><p>
Expertise in financial management reporting, data analytics, and performance dashboards.</p></li><li><p>
Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or other financial visualization tools is a plus.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Leadership &amp; Communication:</p><ul><li><p>
Strong influencing, stakeholder management, and advisory skills.</p></li><li><p>
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage decision-making processes.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Process Excellence:</p><ul><li><p>
Experience in finance process improvement, automation, and best-practice implementation.</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge of internal controls, financial compliance, and audit processes.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Why join us?</b></p><ul><li><p>
We offer a transparent, fast paced approach career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues</p></li><li><p>
You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools</p></li><li><p>
Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive rewards</p></li><li><p>
You will have access to state-of-the-art technology that will give you the opportunity to deepen your existing skills even as you help create the latest business trends</p></li><li><p>
You will also have opportunities to make a difference to the communities in which we work and live</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Next Steps:</b></p><p><br>
If this sounds like the ideal role, career and company for you, click to apply.<br>
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Finance Controlling (CO) Lead

Parsons

<div>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!<br>
<p></p>
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&rsquo;s possible.<p></p><p><b><br>
Job Description:</b></p><p>
Parsons is looking for a highly skilled and experienced <b>Risk Lead - Aviation </b>to join our team to oversee the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across our airfield and infrastructure project.</p><p></p><p>
This role is key to ensuring the successful delivery of the project by proactively managing risks related to safety, budget, schedule, quality, and environmental factors. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in risk management, with a strong background in large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably in the aviation or construction sector.</p><p></p><p><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Lead the development and implementation of the project&rsquo;s Risk Management Plan, ensuring alignment with overall project goals and objectives.</li><li>
Conduct regular risk workshops and sessions with project stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive identification and analysis of potential risks.</li><li>
Proactively identify potential risks across all project phases (design, construction, commissioning, and handover), including safety, schedule, cost, quality, and environmental concerns.</li><li>
Work with project teams to assess the likelihood and impact of identified risks and prioritize them based on severity.</li><li>
Maintain a comprehensive risk register, documenting all identified risks, their status, and mitigation actions.</li><li>
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of potential risks on project delivery.</li><li>
Ensure risk controls and mitigation measures are integrated into project planning and execution activities.</li><li>
Monitor the effectiveness of implemented risk controls and recommend corrective actions as necessary.</li><li>
Work closely with project managers, site teams, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure that risk management activities are aligned with overall project goals.</li><li>
Lead the communication of risks to relevant stakeholders, providing regular updates on risk status, mitigation actions, and emerging threats.</li><li>
Collaborate with contractors and vendors to ensure all parties are aware of and adhere to risk management protocols.</li><li>
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for all risk-related activities, including risk assessments, mitigation plans, and incident reports.</li><li>
Generate and present regular risk reports to senior management, highlighting key risks, mitigation progress, and recommendations.</li><li>
Support audits and reviews of the project&rsquo;s risk management processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What Required Skills You&rsquo;ll Bring:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Risk Management, or related field.</li><li>
Minimum of 8 years of experience in risk management, with a strong focus on large-scale infrastructure projects.</li><li>
Previous experience in managing risks within the aviation, construction, or transportation sectors is highly preferred.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of risk management principles, methodologies, and tools (e.g., risk assessment software, FMEA, Monte Carlo simulation).</li><li>
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and mitigate risks before they impact the project.</li><li>
Proven ability to work in high-pressure environments, managing multiple risks and priorities simultaneously.</li><li>
Strong communication, leadership, and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>
Professional certification in risk management (e.g., PMP, RMP, or equivalent) is a plus.</li><li>
Familiarity with construction or airport-specific risk management frameworks and standards.</li><li>
Experience with risk management software tools (e.g., Primavera Risk Analysis, Safran) is beneficial.</li><li>
Awareness of health, safety, environmental regulations, and compliance in the construction and aviation sectors.</li><li>
Fluency in Arabic is a plus.</li></ul><p></p>
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.<p></p><p>
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;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&mdash;APPLY TODAY!</p><p></p><div>
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/.</div></div>
<br><div><div><div>COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS</div></div><div><div><div><br>
Financial Wellness</div><div><br>
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.</div></div><div><div>
Work Life Harmony</div><div><br>
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.</div></div><div><div>
Career Development</div><div><br>
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.</div></div><div><div><br>
Veteran Support</div><div><br>
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.</div></div><div><div>
Mind &amp; Body</div><div><br>
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.</div></div><div><div>
Health</div><div><br>
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Risk Lead - Aviation

Norconsult Telematics

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   Lead the financial planning, budgeting, and contract management activities within the Operations Sector.
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   Ensure effective allocation, utilization, and control of operational budgets.
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   Oversee the development and execution of contracts, ensuring compliance with financial and operational policies.
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   Monitor vendor and contractor performance to ensure adherence to agreed terms, budgets, and timelines.
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   Develop and implement strategies to enhance financial efficiency and optimize resource utilization.
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   Conduct financial analysis and risk assessments to support decision-making and improve performance outcomes.
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   Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, cost control, and accountability across operations.
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   Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors for effective coordination.
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   Provide leadership and direction to the Financial &amp; Contract Management team to achieve departmental and organizational goals.
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   Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen financial governance and contract management practices.
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   Job Description &amp; Responsibilities:
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   Develop and implement financial and contract management strategies aligned with operational and organizational objectives.
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   Provide direction and leadership to the Financial &amp; Contract Management Department to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.
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   Contribute to operational planning, driving efficiency, transparency, and accountability across all financial and contractual activities.
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   Lead preparation, management, and monitoring of budgets for the Operations Sector.
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   Coordinate with finance teams to secure approvals, track utilization, and ensure adherence to budgetary controls.
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   Review budget variances, financial forecasts, and performance reports; recommend corrective actions to meet financial targets.
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   Ensure cost allocation and reporting processes comply with established accounting standards and internal policies.
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   Conduct financial performance analysis, P&amp;L reviews, and cost optimization assessments.
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   Identify financial risks within operations and propose mitigation strategies.
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   Develop financial models and reports to support strategic decisions and operational planning.
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   Oversee drafting, evaluation, and execution of all operational contracts, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
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   Ensure contracts are technically and financially sound, reflecting agreed terms and service levels.
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   Coordinate with procurement and legal teams on negotiations, contract renewals, and dispute resolutions.
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   Supervise vendor selection, evaluation, and performance monitoring to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
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   Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and contractors to achieve service excellence.
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   Approve payments, manage financial penalties, and oversee contract closures in alignment with agreed deliverables.
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   Ensure accurate documentation and timely reporting of all financial and contractual data.
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   Provide periodic financial and operational expenditure reports to management.
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   Support data-driven decision-making by maintaining up-to-date records and performance dashboards.
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   Review existing systems and processes to identify improvement opportunities.
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   Implement new tools or practices to enhance financial efficiency and control.
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   Promote knowledge sharing and training initiatives to strengthen team capability.
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   Define team objectives, KPIs, and development plans aligned with departmental goals.
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   Manage recruitment, performance appraisals, and employee engagement activities.
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   Coach, mentor, and motivate staff to foster accountability, growth, and collaboration.
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   Ensure full compliance with internal policies, audit requirements, and financial governance standards.
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   Maintain integrity and transparency across all financial and contract management operations.
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   Collaborate with internal teams (Finance, Procurement, Operations) for budget control, vendor evaluation, and performance reviews.
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   Liaise with external vendors and contractors to monitor execution and resolve operational issues.
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s/Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or an equivalent field is required.
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   Certification in Advanced Financial Planning and Management (CFA) or any other equivalent financial certification. Additional training in Contract Management, Procurement, or Risk Management is an advantage.
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   Minimum of 12+ years of relevant experience, with at least 5&ndash;6 years in a leadership or managerial role.
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   Proven experience in budgeting, financial planning, and contract management within a large or complex organization.
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   Demonstrated expertise in financial control, cost analysis, and budget optimization
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   Strong background in vendor and contract management, including drafting, evaluation, and negotiation.
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   Experience coordinating with multiple internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
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   Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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   Excellent planning, budgeting, and negotiation capabilities.
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   Solid understanding of financial modeling, risk assessment, and cost allocation methodologies.
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   Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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   Proficiency in financial management systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
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   Bilingual proficiency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is required
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Director – Financial & Contract Management

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