Parsons is seeking a visionary and seasoned Head of Welfare and Wellbeing to lead, design, and oversee the execution of world-class worker welfare and community wellbeing strategies for a landmark giga-project in the Tabuk region.

In this executive-level role, you will be responsible for safeguarding the physical, mental, and social health of a massive, diverse multinational workforce. You will bridge the gap between corporate strategy, regulatory compliance, and on-the-ground human advocacy, ensuring that our project sets a new global benchmark for human dignity, safety, and quality of life in mega-construction ecosystems.

What You'll Be Doing

• Strategic Leadership: Define, implement, and continuously elevate the overarching Welfare and Wellbeing framework for the entire project life cycle, aligning with international standards (e.g., ILO, IFC) and Vision 2030 objectives.

• Program Oversight: Oversee the master planning and daily operations of worker accommodations, medical clinics, catering/nutrition, recreational facilities, and mental health support systems.

• Compliance & Auditing: Establish rigorous audit mechanisms to monitor contractors and subcontractors, ensuring absolute compliance with welfare KPIs, labor laws, and human rights standards.

• Crisis Management & Advocacy: Serve as the principal advisor on all workforce crises, grievances, and community health risks. Lead swift mitigation and resolution strategies.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate directly with client executives, government entities, PMC leads, and third-party auditors to report on welfare metrics and champion a culture of care.

• Innovation in Wellbeing: Introduce data-driven wellness initiatives, technology-enabled healthcare solutions, and cultural integration programs to boost morale and retention across all tiers of the workforce.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Sociology, Public Health, Psychology, Construction Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, CIPD) is highly preferred.

• Experience: 20+ years of progressive experience in workforce welfare, industrial relations, human rights compliance, or HSE management.

• Mega-Project Track Record: Proven experience directing welfare operations for massive, high-value infrastructure projects, heavy civil engineering works, or remote giga-projects ($10B+ value).

• Geographic Expertise: Prior experience in the Middle East (GCC region) is essential; a deep understanding of Saudi Arabian labor laws and the social dynamics of multinational labor forces is a distinct advantage.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Authoritative Leadership: Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and firmly enforce compliance mandates with multi-tiered contractors.

• Cultural Intelligence: Exceptional empathy and communication skills, with the ability to bridge cultural and linguistic gaps across a diverse workforce.

• Analytical Mindset: Skilled in leveraging data analytics to track welfare trends, predict risks, and measure the ROI of wellbeing programs.

• Resilience: Thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced, and remote project environments.