Risk Manager (Saudi National)

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Riyadh
R171194
Project/Program Management
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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Risk Manager (Saudi National) to join our team!

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Lead and manage risk-related activities across complex projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client expectations.

  • Deliver clear and actionable risk instructions in dynamic and high-stakes environments.

  • Collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams and across matrixed reporting structures.

  • Prioritize and manage workload under tight deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of risk assessments and mitigation plans.

  • Engage with senior leadership and stakeholders to influence decision-making and promote a proactive risk culture.

  • Provide expert consultation and negotiation support to internal teams, clients, vendors, and contractors.

  • Maintain strong organizational oversight and ensure consistent follow-through on risk-related actions.

  • Apply sound business judgment to evaluate and respond to evolving risk scenarios.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • 12 years on experience

  • Bachelor degree in Engineering

  • Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal and customer service orientation.

  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in team settings and across departments.

  • High-level understanding of risk management principles in complex environments, particularly within major program sectors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

  • Experience working in matrix organizations with dual reporting lines.

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.

  • Strategic thinking and sound business acumen.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Professional certification(s) in Risk Management (e.g., PMI-RMP, ISO 31000).

  • Prior experience in the government sector within the GCC region.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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