Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Interface Specialist (Stakeholder) (Saudi National) to join our team!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Work closely with the Stakeholder Manager to build and maintain strong relationships with industry partners, public authorities, government entities, utility providers, and key decision-makers to support successful project delivery.
• Facilitate communication and coordination with external stakeholders and industry partners to support project objectives and stakeholder alignment.
• Support engagement with government authorities, including the Ministry of Transport, on matters related to transportation infrastructure and public transportation development.
• Coordinate with utility providers, including Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), ARAMCO, National Water Company (NWC), and telecommunications operators, to support the resolution of utility and infrastructure interface issues.
• Promote the integration of transportation networks by supporting coordination with major transportation stakeholders, including airports and regional transportation facilities.
• Collaborate with key traffic stakeholders, including Civil Defense, Riyadh Municipality, and the Ministry of Interior, to support traffic coordination and project implementation activities.
• Maintain awareness of land acquisition processes and timelines and assist with coordination activities related to access and right-of-way requirements.
• Monitor stakeholder issues, regulatory developments, legal precedents, and changes in the political, social, environmental, and industrial environment that may impact project delivery.
• Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies to address emerging issues and support successful project outcomes.
• Support community engagement initiatives and assist in enhancing the project’s public image through proactive stakeholder communication and expectation management.
• Prepare stakeholder reports, meeting records, presentations, and coordination documents as required.
• Support the resolution of stakeholder concerns, conflicts, and project-related issues in a timely and professional manner.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years of professional experience within a rail or transit development environment.
• Strong knowledge of Riyadh's governmental, utility, and stakeholder landscape, with established relationships across relevant authorities and organizations preferred.
• Experience managing stakeholder engagement activities on major infrastructure projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication, negotiation, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, persuade, and communicate effectively with senior-level stakeholders.
• Experience working in complex and fast-paced project environments with demanding schedules.
• Excellent judgment, diplomacy, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills in both languages.
• Experience working in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring:

• Experience supporting major rail, metro, transit, or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of utility coordination, land acquisition, and government stakeholder management processes.
• Experience working with public authorities, utility providers, and transportation agencies within Saudi Arabia.
• Ability to manage critical stakeholder issues and respond effectively within a dynamic project environment.