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

Reporting to the Stakeholder Manager, the Stakeholder Staff assists in representing the project team externally with public authorities, regulators and third parties. The Stakeholder Staff provides updates to the program’s stakeholders, manages their expectations and requirements and responds to stakeholder requests, questions and issues regarding the project. The chosen candidate will have experience of helping to deliver successful project roll-outs and will have experience managing numerous stakeholders in complex, matrix environments.

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.