Programme Expert – Civil & Stations

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Job Description

Parsons is seeking an experienced Programme Expert – Civil & Stations to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing the planning, design, and delivery of civil and station infrastructure works within a major high-speed rail programme. You will coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution in line with scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety objectives .

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and manage the civil and stations workstream within the overall programme framework.
• Establish, implement, and maintain project planning processes, procedures, systems, and tools.
• Develop and maintain the Master Integrated Schedule, integrating all work packages and dependencies.
• Oversee design development, construction planning, and delivery of civil structures and station facilities.
• Review and validate contractors’ baseline schedules and technical documentation.
• Identify and manage risks, maintaining the Project Risk Register and facilitating risk workshops.
• Monitor project progress, manage delays, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Conduct delay analyses and assess EOT/disruption claims using industry-standard techniques.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, technical, and safety requirements across all packages.
• Coordinate with design consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Prepare regular progress reports, dashboards, and key performance metrics.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and deliver presentations to management.
• Provide expert guidance on construction phasing, interface management, and value engineering opportunities.
• Manage and develop a team of planning engineers/leads.
• Contribute to change management, cost control, and claims evaluation related to civil and stations scope.
  
  
  

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related discipline from bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related discipline (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of experience in rail and infrastructure projects
• Proven track record in managing civil and station design and construction within large-scale rail projects.
• Strong understanding of international standards, design management, and construction methodologies.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary and multi-contract environments.
• Familiarity with project controls, risk management, and stakeholder engagement processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills.
• Prior experience in the Middle East region is an advantage
  
  
  

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Programme and project management expertise
• Technical leadership in civil and structural engineering
• Interface and stakeholder management
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and timely delivery
  
  
  

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