In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities at Parsons Corporation! We are looking for an exceptionally talented Senior Manager, Design Governance & Strategic Design Support to join our Design Excellence leadership team. In this role, you will drive value across a large and complex portfolio of active design projects within a giga-program in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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Job Responsibilities:
- Standardize consistent design processes, procedures, best practices, and guidelines.
- Streamline and optimize key design management processes.
- Implement design reviews at design stage gates and chair the review panel.
- Govern and monitor compliance of design deliverables approved by the Board of Directors.
- Conduct systematic audits and coordinate with Business Unit design management teams to ensure compliance.
- Participate in design management meetings with business representatives to monitor and safeguard design intent and quality.
- Collaborate with other Design Excellence Senior Managers and Managers to drive significant value and consistency across the entire portfolio of design activities.
- Manage and supervise Managers, SMEs, and other supporting staff to accomplish the work of the Design Excellence verticals and strategic initiatives.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical field.
- 8+ years of related work experience, including significant managerial experience overseeing a large group of Engineers, Designers, and technical support personnel.
- Professional Engineer registration with active membership in a professional engineering society.
- Proven ability to manage a large team of engineering/technical personnel and direct work involving complex technical situations.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
Desired Skills:
- Knowledge of current technology and the capabilities/efficiencies of specific design and design-review related software applications.
- Proficiency in Arabic and English is preferred.
- Area of deep technical specialty is preferred.
- Experience in recent, similar design management activities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is highly preferred.
Join us at Parsons Corporation and be part of a team that values people, embraces agility, and fosters growth, aiming for your personal and professional potential in a supportive culture!
