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Parsons Corporation

Commercial, Cost & Procurement Director

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Parsons Corporation
Multinational technology‑driven engineering and infrastructure firm serving government and private sectors.
24d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
19,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Construction services
Project Management
Technical Services
Design
Architecture
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
National Security
Defense
Cybersecurity
Intelligence
Transportation
Environmental Remediation
Urban Development
Geospatial Solutions
Role
What you would be doing
proposal prep
regulatory compliance
policy dev
budget management
quality assurance
client relations
  • Business Development: Contribute to proposal preparation, client presentations, and business development efforts, representing the procurement function in securing new opportunities.
  • Legislative Awareness: Stay updated on relevant procurement regulations and legislation, advising management on necessary policy changes to maintain compliance.
  • Policy and Procedure Development: Develop and implement procurement strategies and policies, addressing both routine and complex issues to optimize procurement processes.
  • Financial Oversight: Establish procurement budgets, schedules, and plans, ensuring goals are met or exceeded while maintaining financial and operational efficiency.
  • Quality Improvement: Drive the Quality Improvement Process and promote technical excellence, ensuring compliance with internal standards, client expectations, and regulatory requirements.
  • Client Relations: Represent the Procurement Department in client meetings, ensuring strong relationships and client satisfaction by providing timely, accurate procurement information and support.
  • Leadership and Direction: Lead and manage all procurement activities for high-value projects (typically over $50M), including purchasing, expediting, supplier data control, supplier quality, and traffic management.
  • Staff Leadership and Development: Manage, mentor, and oversee the procurement team, ensuring they meet project and quality objectives while fostering professional growth.
  • Market Research and Strategy: Continuously monitor global markets, suppliers, and industry trends to inform strategic procurement decisions and optimize project outcomes.
What you bring
bachelor's degree
procurement
leadership
dmcs
negotiation
international
  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
  • Skills: Extensive knowledge of procurement processes, excellent leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex procurement functions across multiple teams and projects. Proficiency with DMCS (or similar material control systems) is required.
  • Experience: Typically 15+ years of diversified experience in procurement management on large-scale global engineering and construction projects, with significant leadership experience.
  • Industry Expertise: Strong understanding of industry regulations, cost management, and supply chain best practices within the engineering and construction sector.
  • Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers and stakeholders to secure favorable terms and maintain project profitability.
  • Deep knowledge of international procurement operations and global supply chain management.
  • Familiarity with business aspects such as innovative proposals, risk mitigation, and project financing within engineering and construction.
  • Experience leading complex, high-value projects with strong cost control and budget management.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1944 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1944 by Ralph M. Parsons in California.
$6 Billion Annual
Revenue Figure
The firm generates an average of $6 billion in annual revenue.
Free Space Shuttle Move
Notable Achievement
The company successfully transported the Space Shuttle Endeavour at no cost.
  • Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally.
  • It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction.
  • Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works.
  • Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects.
  • The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.
Culture + Values
  • Safety: We adeptly avoid risk through our high‑value technical and management solutions and a companywide, personal commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy culture and environment in all our offices and on each of our projects.
  • Quality: We’re on a never‑ending quest to improve our processes, services, and products. Our quality management systems ensure ISO 9001 compliance every time…
  • Integrity: Having integrity means that we remain transparent in our practices by openly communicating with each other, our customers, and stakeholders; that we prioritize the quality of every job; and that we do the right thing each time we’re faced with a tough decision.
  • Innovation: Through intensive research and development, partnerships, and rapid prototyping, we confidently provide inventive processes and unique solutions that offer unrivaled value to our customers.
  • Sustainability: We operate in accordance with best practices to deliver solutions while addressing environmental risk and minimizing our carbon footprint.
Environment + Sustainability
50% Reduction
Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG Emissions by 2030
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, referencing a 2019 base year.
100% Renewable
Electricity Sourcing by 2028
A commitment to sourcing 100% of electricity from renewable sources by 2028, having started from 0% in 2019.
90% Reduction
Absolute GHG Emissions by 2045
Long-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2045.
Net-Zero Goal
GHG Emissions by 2045
Comprehensive target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2045.
  • Purchased renewable energy certificates and reduced market-based Scope 2 emissions in 2023.
  • Achieved significant diversion of shredded paper and repurposed electronics in 2023.
  • Recycled or repurposed hardware units in Middle East offices in 2023.
Inclusion & Diversity
34% increase
Diversity Representation
The organization achieved a significant 34% increase in diversity representation across the enterprise in 2021.
33% increase
Women in Leadership
Women in leadership roles grew by 33% within the organization in 2021, reflecting progress in gender diversity.
50% diverse
Executive Leadership
The executive leadership team was 50% diverse and demonstrated a strong commitment to inclusion in early 2022.
100% score
Human Rights Campaign Index
The organization earned a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index for 2023–2024, highlighting its dedication to LGBTQ+ equality.
  • Created a DEI Council in 2017 to unify efforts around diversity and inclusion.
  • Supports Employee Business Resource Groups such as MILVET, HOLA, PRIDE Alliance, BELONG, PWR, SOAR, and FORCE to foster networking, mentorship, and professional development.
  • Recognized as one of Forbes' 2023 Best Employers for Diversity.
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