Summary
Parsons is hiring a Senior Operations and Maintenance Professional for city operations in Qiddiya, Saudi Arabia. The role leads daily city operations, maintenance programs, asset lifecycle management, contractor oversight, and performance tracking across urban infrastructure and utilities. Requirements include an engineering or facility management degree, at least six years of relevant experience, and experience on major projects or master-planned communities in Saudi Arabia. The position is open to Saudi nationals only.
The posting
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior O&M Professional (Saudi National) to join our team!
The Senior O&M Professional leads the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and asset management strategies across large-scale city infrastructure within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This role ensures all urban systems, public utilities, and facilities operate at peak safety, efficiency, and sustainability in alignment with national standards.
What you'll be doing:
Operational Leadership
Direct daily city operations, municipal services, and asset maintenance.
Ensure all operational activities strictly align with national health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards.
Manage complex service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Asset & Maintenance Strategy
Develop and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
Oversee asset life-cycle management from commissioning to eventual decommissioning.
Maximize the reliability and uptime of critical city infrastructure and utility networks.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
Supervise third-party contractors, O&M service providers, and technical teams.
Collaborate with internal development and engineering teams during handovers.
Serve as the main point of contact for technical asset inquiries and system audits.
Financial & Data Tracking
Manage operational budgets (OPEX) and identify cost-saving initiatives.
Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to track work orders.
Prepare comprehensive technical reports and performance briefings for executive leadership.
What required skills you'll bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil) or Facility Management.
6+ years of experience in O&M, facility management, or city-scale infrastructure.
Proven experience working on mega-projects, giga-projects, or master-planned communities in KSA.
Deep knowledge of smart city technologies, utility grids, and district cooling systems.
Strong understanding of asset lifecycle software and modern CMMS tools.
Professional fluency in English; Arabic language proficiency is highly preferred.
Familiarity with Saudi Arabian municipal regulations and engineering standards.
Excellent leadership, negotiation, and vendor-management skills.
Saudi Nationals only.
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