:Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Deputy Program Director to join our team! In this role you will be supporting the Program Director in providing leadership and direction for every phase of a large infrastructure program, consisting of multiple drainage system and tunneling projects.We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Deputy Program Director to provide leadership for this high-profile project, who has proven experience of leading successful rainwater drainage (stormwater), sewage network and tunnelling projects in the GCC and Internationally, particularly in urban settings. Experience with climate resilience and sustainable infrastructure projects is highly desirable, will be responsible supporting the Program Director, by providing day to day oversight of the program, or specific projects assigned. Ensuring coordination between different project teams and departments to ensure smooth workflow and communication. The Deputy Program Director will ensure that all aspects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.Supporting Program Director by providing day to day leadership to a team of experts, working in partnership with the client and all associated stakeholders to deliver multiple projects and packages of works across the city at various stages of design and construction. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership skills and extensive experience in managing large-scale infrastructure projects.What You\'ll Be Doing:Managing the daily operations of the program, providing leadership and direction for the program team, supporting the development and implementation of the program strategy, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.Representing the Program Director in meetings and decision-making processes when the Project Director is unavailable.Act as a sounding board for the Program Director, providing insights and recommendations on critical decisions.Assist in the planning, execution, and delivery of all project components, including drainage systems upgrades, tunneling, SUDS upgrades, and pump station construction.Acts as the company representative with the client and selected consultants and suppliers during the program execution. Acting as the primary point of contact for all program stakeholders, including government authorities, contractors, and associated organizations.Provide technical guidance and support to ensure that all project components meet the highest standards of quality and safety. Coordinating with technical experts and consultants to address any technical challenges or issues that arise.Monitors and reports to management on the progress of all project activity within the program, including significant milestones, and any conditions which would affect project cost or schedule.Participate in negotiations with regulatory agencies and in public meetings in support of clients.Oversees establishment of Project Management Plan, Health and Safety Plan, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and other documents as required.Works with the key project staff, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors to devise and execute action plans to rectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant changes to the scope of work.Completes other responsibilities associated with the position as may be appropriate.Ensure the implementation of advanced drainage technologies and systems to create a state-of-the-art drainage network.What Required Skills You\'ll Bring:Bachelor\'s degree in engineering or equivalent from a recognized university essential.Master\xe2\x80\x99s Degree is preferred.Chartered Engineer status, PMP/ChPP certification or equivalent preferred.Minimum 15 years of experience of significant large-scale projects, in leadership roles.Prior experience working on major infrastructure, drainage, sewage, tunnels, utilities projects essential.Major earthworks and/or tunneling experience would be preferred.Considerable experience at director level in client facing roles is essential.GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) experience preferredWhat Desired Skills You\'ll Bring:Effective oral and written skills for client presentations, technical reporting, and internal / external correspondenceAbility to effectively present information to key stakeholders as required by the clientUnderstanding of the construction management at risk alternative delivery process and the functions inherent to construction management of large-scaled projectsUnderstanding of budget development and cost accountingAbility to manage and encourage a team of construction management professionalsAbility to interface with all levels with project team, client, and othersKnowledge of construction contract negotiation and administrationAbility to read, analyze and interpret complex documentsAbility to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaintsAbility to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of support function problemsAbility to function in a multi-organizational environment by developing relationships that complies with the client\xe2\x80\x99s proactive, collaborative culture.Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Not Applicable/NoneParsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.

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