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Description:

- To lead small team to conduct safety audits on existing transportation facilities such as roads, intersections, sidewalks, bicycle, paths ?etc.

- To propose mitigation measures for construction and/or operations.

- To review/audit design and construction plans for such proposed facilities.

- Upgrade and recommend safety audit for projects under design or construction.

- Should have depth knowledge in current street safety audit procedures, manuals, publications, and projects in the US and/or elsewhere

Qualifications

Should have B. Sc. Degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited institution with minimum of 10 yeas of relevant experience.

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Health & Safety

Primary Location:
UAE-Abu Dhabi]]> http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/ABU-DHABI,-UAE-Sr_-Street-26-Highway-Safety-Audit-Engineer-Job/605691/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/ABU-DHABI,-UAE-Sr_-Street-26-Highway-Safety-Audit-Engineer-Job/605691/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
Description:

Position Overview:

Develops, implements and maintains cost control, and/or provides centralized planning and scheduling function on smaller projects worth less than $10 million total installed cost, or assists a more senior Project Control Engineer/Specialist with assigned segments of larger projects. At this level, the Project Control Engineer/

Specialist has sufficient training, technical expertise and familiarity with company policies and procedures to work mostly independently on assigned projects. Some rotational experience may be through the Estimating, Cost Engineering, and Planning/Scheduling cost centers. Assignments require the use of a personal computer and a working knowledge of various software used in the Project Controls Department, such as Excel, Primavera, and Document and Materials Controls System (DMCS).

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cost Engineering:

Develops and maintains the cost control portion of the Parsons Integrated Control System (PICS) to provide project management, as well as the department and Company management, with the necessary tools for project cost control.

May participate in the development of the work breakdown structure, interfacing with Procurement, Engineering, and Finance Departments.

Prepares and processes input to the cost control system for all cost reports.

Prepares graphs, diagrams, and other exhibits to illustrate cost status and forecast requirements for Project Management and client.

Performs analytical review and arithmetic checks of cost reporting documentation.

Planning and Scheduling:

Implements and maintains the Planning/Scheduling portion of PICS. Understands and applies engineering, procurement, and construction terminology, concepts, and relationships. Develops and maintains critical path logic networks and bar charts utilizing this information.

Analyzes, evaluates, and forecasts current status against an established baseline schedule. Assesses the impact(s) of design or construction changes and schedule slippages. Reports schedule status to all levels of project and Company management as well as to the Client.

Provides computer input and performs analytical review of reports generated.

Accumulates and accesses historical data, such as performance experience, for use in maintaining a realistic basis for future planning and forecasting.

May provide guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to others in the resolution of project control problems.

Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Qualifications

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

4-year degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or related field) and 3-5 years of related work experience.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

Requires basic engineering knowledge in electrical, mechanical, civil, or a related field. Proficient PC skills including a working knowledge of various software used in the Project Controls Department, such as Excel, Primavera, and Document and Materials Controls System (DMCS) are also required.

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Planning/Scheduling

Primary Location:
UAE-Abu Dhabi]]> http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/ABU-DHABI,-UAE-Planning-Engineer-Job/679329/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/ABU-DHABI,-UAE-Planning-Engineer-Job/679329/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
Description:

Senior QA/QC Engineer-Research, Study & Development is responsible for applying intensive and diversified knowledge of civil/materials engineering principles and practices to identify areas of potential research to update the Client's technical specifications, improve performance of construction materials, and QA/QC practices. ? Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

- Reports directly to the Chief of Infrastructure Material Quality in a large construction materials testing laboratory for the Client.

- Will use advanced engineering techniques and theories, precepts and practices to identify areas of improvement.

- Will identify, plan, develop, coordinate and direct programs of research and study related to specific topics in the field of construction materials and their related sciences and disciplines.

- Plans complex assignments requiring the development of new or refined materials specifications and procedures intended to improve long term construction material performance.

- ?Schedules work to meet completion dates of deliverables to the Client.

- ?Communicate and liaise with internal laboratory sections and other external technical experts to plan and carry out the required research studies.

- Ability to plan technical research programs, execute them successfully and interpret their results in order to make recommendations for improvement of technical specifications.

- ?Make decisions independently on engineering problems and methods.

Qualifications

Should have minimum of 4 years of College Degree in Civil Engineering or related program, with minimum of 10 years of experience of which 5 years was related to testing, research of materials and development of technical specifications or similar responsibilities, and the rest 5 years working in Construction Material Testing Laboratory.

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Materials

Primary Location:
UAE-Abu Dhabi]]> http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Senior-Qa-Qc-Engineer-Research,-Study-&-Development-Job/727924/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Senior-Qa-Qc-Engineer-Research,-Study-&-Development-Job/727924/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
Description:

Senior QA/QC Materials Engineer is responsible for managing the daily activities in the Client's Central Laboratory Section (CLS) related to routine material testing, laboratory quality assurance, site and plant QA, laboratory equipment & maintenance, laboratory certification and accreditation. Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

- Reports directly to the Chief of Infrastructure Material Quality in a large construction materials testing laboratory for the Client.

- Manage and review the daily work output of the various material testing sections within the CLS related to the following disciplines:

· Cementitious materials.

· Geotechnical Engineering.

· Bituminous materials.

· General civil materials.

· Chemistry and metallurgy.

· Electromechanical.

- Provide technical support to the various material engineers for each discipline.

- Manage processing of technical submittals from the client for materials, method statements from various utility agencies, method statements for non-destructive road crossings, and any other technical issues which may arise.

- Assign and manage development of QA plans for laboratory activities, construction sites, and manufacturing plants.

- Review routine and periodic reports for material testing, quality audits, site inspections, plant inspections, etc.

Qualifications

Should have minimum of 4 years of College Degree in Civil Engineering or related program, with minimum of 10 years of experience related to construction materials testing in large transportation and infrastructure projects including extensive experience working in a Construction Material Testing Laboratory.

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Materials

Primary Location:
UAE-Abu Dhabi]]> http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Senior-Qa-Qc-Materials-Engineer-Job/727925/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Senior-Qa-Qc-Materials-Engineer-Job/727925/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
Description:

Experience a Dynamic Global Company that is Committed to a Sustainable World and the Communities it Serves

SCHEDULING MANAGER

Parsons is one of the world's largest transportation planning, engineering, and construction firms. We have an extensive portfolio of diverse transportation projects including rail and transit, road and highway, bridge and tunnel, and aviation infrastructure. Parsons expertise encompasses all phases of transportation engineering operations - from the initial planning stage through final design, construction, and commissioning. Parsons connects communities by delivering safe and efficient transportation infrastructure all over the world.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Schedule Manager will be responsible for managing the program-wide planning/ scheduling activities for a major airport program in the UAE. Based on general guidance, objectives and some specific work assignments provided from the Program Controls Manager, develop the capability and supervises the performance for all program planning/scheduling analysis and reporting and project progress evaluation. Acts as advisor to project management on company policies and procedures as well as industry recognized best practices for planning and scheduling.

Job Description:

* Recruits, trains and supervises a staff qualified to analyze and schedule activities pertinent to the design and construction of projects.
* Develops policies and procedures to improve the adequacy and efficiency of the planning and scheduling activities.
* Provides project management consultation on factors affecting the timely completion of projects.
* Performs special analysis for resource loading and performance progress.
* Frequent communication with client and upper level management.
* Analyzes drawings, specifications and statements of work in the preparation of activity networks for project resource planning and scheduling.
* Prepares program master schedule and performs critical path analysis.
* Prepares plans and schedules, status reports and performance evaluations.
* Analyzes progress reports against the schedule.
* Develops and maintains manpower estimates, equipment and material delivery requirements.
* Monitors material status reports against construction schedules and reviews them with procurement and construction groups.
* Maintains liaison with the project and the field for schedule revision and update.
* Supports project management in accomplishing project status review and performance control.
* Coordinates, supervises and checks the work of those scheduling personnel assigned to projects under his/her direction.

Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

* B.S. degree in an engineering discipline is preferred.
* Ten years of directly related experience in planning and scheduling both engineering and construction activities is required.
* Effective oral and written communication skills are required.
* Experience on airport construction or large (billion dollar scale) capital improvement programs is required.

Parsons offers an ethical, challenging, diverse, rewarding and fun work experience where enthusiastic, responsible people use their energy, talent and dedication to make a difference in the world.

Candidates are encouraged to apply at http://www.parsonsjobs.com/ to requisition 02451.

We provide career growth and development, a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; tuition reimbursement program. Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. M/W/D/V.

Parsons, an engineering and construction firm with revenues exceeding $3.4 billion in 2008, is 100% owned by the Employee Stock Ownership Trust. We surmount the toughest logistical challenges and deliver landmark design-build projects across the globe. Our ability to plan, design, construct, and operate varied facilities and infrastructure systems has satisfied our clients' needs for more than 60 years. With nearly 12,000 employees located worldwide, we team with an increasingly diverse group of global customers and stakeholders while maintaining our uncompromising principles of safety, quality, integrity, diversity, innovation and sustainability.

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Planning/Scheduling

Primary Location:
UAE-Abu Dhabi]]> http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Project-Control-Manager,-Senior-(Scheduling-Manager)-Job/726812/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Project-Control-Manager,-Senior-(Scheduling-Manager)-Job/726812/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
Description:

Experience a Dynamic Global Company that is Committed to a Sustainable World and the Communities it Serves

RISK MANAGER

Parsons is one of the world's largest transportation planning, engineering, and construction firms. We have an extensive portfolio of diverse transportation projects including rail and transit, road and highway, bridge and tunnel, and aviation infrastructure. Parsons expertise encompasses all phases of transportation engineering operations - from the initial planning stage through final design, construction, and commissioning. Parsons connects communities by delivering safe and efficient transportation infrastructure all over the world.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Risk Manager will be responsible for exercising a qualified level of program risk management for the Abu Dhabi International Airport Expansion Program. Based on general guidance, objectives and some specific work assignments provided from the Program Controls Manager, develop the capability and supervises the performance for all program risk analysis and reporting.

Job Description:

· Establish a comprehensive risk management system including initial Risk Assessment, policy, applications, risk registers, procedures and training.

· Manage a staff of Risk Engineers.

· Determining participants/stakeholders and facilitating risk workshops, for the identification of Risks and providing their updates.

· Prepare various risk modeling tools based on the most appropriate input distribution. Use of Primavera Risk Manager, Oracle Crystal Ball and Oracle Primavera P6 is required.

· Developing risk profiles comparing probability of occurrence versus cost and time impact, develop risk reports comparing Risk Score vs Mitigation dollars spent.

· Developing and presenting project risk reports to senior executives

· Managing and overseeing risk registers and their periodic status update

· Preparing programmatic risk updates on a monthly basis.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATION

Bachelor's Degree or at least four years related experience and/ or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

15+ years experience in risk management for large airport and/or public works programs. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Other qualifications including,

· Familiarity with various risk categories including scope definition and control, project delivery methods, contract forms, design, weather, activity correlation, probabilistic and conditional branching, construction, estimating and scheduling

· Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative techniques for risk identification and evaluation, including but not limited to quantitative/stochastic methods, statistics, Montecarlo simulations and CPM modeling.

· Familiarity with various risk mitigation strategies including management practices, risk transfer, avoidance and reduction, assignment by contract, insurance, contingency, reserves and schedule mitigation.

· Familiarity with Schedule Time Impact Analysis techniques.

Parsons offers an ethical, challenging, diverse, rewarding and fun work experience where enthusiastic, responsible people use their energy, talent and dedication to make a difference in the world.

Candidates are encouraged to apply at http://www.parsonsjobs.com/ to requisition 02587.

We provide career growth and development, a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; tuition reimbursement program. Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. M/W/D/V.

Parsons, an engineering and construction firm with revenues exceeding $3.4 billion in 2008, is 100% owned by the Employee Stock Ownership Trust. We surmount the toughest logistical challenges and deliver landmark design-build projects across the globe. Our ability to plan, design, construct, and operate varied facilities and infrastructure systems has satisfied our clients' needs for more than 60 years. With nearly 12,000 employees located worldwide, we team with an increasingly diverse group of global customers and stakeholders while maintaining our uncompromising principles of safety, quality, integrity, diversity, innovation and sustainability.

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Planning/Scheduling

Primary Location:
UAE-Abu Dhabi

Job Posting
Feb 3, 2010]]> http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-JOB-POSTING-FEB-Project-Control-Manager,-Senior-(Risk-Manager)-Job/726814/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-JOB-POSTING-FEB-Project-Control-Manager,-Senior-(Risk-Manager)-Job/726814/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
Description:

Experience a Dynamic Global Company that is Committed to a Sustainable World and the Communities it Serves

CONFIGURATION MANAGER

Parsons is one of the world's largest transportation planning, engineering, and construction firms. We have an extensive portfolio of diverse transportation projects including rail and transit, road and highway, bridge and tunnel, and aviation infrastructure. Parsons expertise encompasses all phases of transportation engineering operations - from the initial planning stage through final design, construction, and commissioning. Parsons connects communities by delivering safe and efficient transportation infrastructure all over the world.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Configuration Manager will be responsible for exercising a qualified level of program configuration management of the Enterprise Program Controls System for the Abu Dhabi International Airport Expansion Program.

Job Description:

· Controlling and managing of all data code structures for the program

· Controlling and managing a data warehouse used to store and integrate period data from various software applications

· Development and management of a web portal providing dashboard reporting for the Program Management Office (PMO)

· Development of sophisticated dashboard graphics and KPIs

· Configuration and management of Open Text LiveLink as the content management and document control system

· Development and deployment of process workflows in Open Text LiveLink, in support of various functional departments

Qualifications

QUALIFICATION

Bachelor's Degree or at least four years related experience and/ or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

15+ years experience in implementing and managing Content Management Systems, Data Warehouses and Web Portal for large airport and/or public works programs. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Other preferred qualifications including,

· Possess software developer skills and be able to program in XML

· Familiar with various project management systems, specifically Primavera P.6 and Ares PRISM

· Working knowledge of Open Text LiveLink and be capable of system configuration and development/implementation of workflows

· Construction program management experience.

Parsons offers an ethical, challenging, diverse, rewarding and fun work experience where enthusiastic, responsible people use their energy, talent and dedication to make a difference in the world.

Candidates are encouraged to apply at http://www.parsonsjobs.com/ to requisition 02588.

We provide career growth and development, a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; tuition reimbursement program. Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. M/W/D/V.

Parsons, an engineering and construction firm with revenues exceeding $3.4 billion in 2008, is 100% owned by the Employee Stock Ownership Trust. We surmount the toughest logistical challenges and deliver landmark design-build projects across the globe. Our ability to plan, design, construct, and operate varied facilities and infrastructure systems has satisfied our clients' needs for more than 60 years. With nearly 12,000 employees located worldwide, we team with an increasingly diverse group of global customers and stakeholders while maintaining our uncompromising principles of safety, quality, integrity, diversity, innovation and sustainability.

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Planning/Scheduling

Primary Location:
UAE-Abu Dhabi]]> http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Project-Control-Manager,-Senior-(Configuration-Manager)-Job/726815/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Project-Control-Manager,-Senior-(Configuration-Manager)-Job/726815/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
Description:

1. Responsible for QA of all Tender and Contract documents prepared by the Design Office

2. Provide advice on all contractual issues to REs on PTG construction projects

3. Assist site QS with new unit rate reviews and provide recommendations for client

4. Review Contractors' claims on behalf of the Engineer

5. Develop and manage Cost Estimation/QS section and oversee preparation of Bills of Quantities and project Cost estimates

6. Reports to Area Manager and coordinates with Design Manager and Construction Manager

7. Billable part time on projects and provided temporary leave cover to project staff

Qualifications

1. Senior Contracts Manager/Commercial manager 20 years plus experience

2. BSc/Chartered Engineer/Chartered Quantity Surveyor

3. Experience of international contracts particularly FIDIC

4. Additional Legal or arbitration training and advantage

5. Majority of experience on Civil/Infrastructure projects

6. International experience mandatory, ME experience preferred

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Contracts

Primary Location:
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Description:

- Completing, checking, and processing tests and reports.

- Making geotechnical recommendations.

- Making quality control recommendations.

- Ensuring that field laboratory is responsible for the technical requirement.

- Assisting in preparing inspection, embankments, concrete, and pavement.

- Ensuring that off-site testing and certifications are valid.

- Checking and reporting on compliance with specifications requirements for compaction, gradation, mix proportions, strength, etc., in construction of embankments, structure, pavements, and incidental item.

- Establishing laboratory and field testing procedures.

- Analyzing foundation conditions.

- Developing and implementing schedule for test frequency, test coverage on all contracts and supervising and directing

- field survey parties to comply with requests surveys.

Qualifications

Civil engineering degree with minimum 10 years of related experience.

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Materials

Primary Location:
UAE-Abu Dhabi]]> http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Soil-&-Material-Engineer-Job/724842/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Soil-&-Material-Engineer-Job/724842/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
Description:

Chief of Infrastructure Material Quality is responsible for management of all aspects of the Client's Central Laboratory Section (CLS) and be the main point of contact with the Client's representatives regarding all daily laboratory operations and activities. Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

· Comply with the requirements of the scope of services as detailed in the Client's Terms of Reference (TOR).

· Manage the daily activities of a large construction materials testing laboratory for the Client.

· Manage a large team of engineers, laboratory technicians and assistants to ensure full implementation of the TOR.

· Ensure overall management, planning, scheduling, and direction of the laboratory work.

· Liaise with the Client regarding all technical matters involving materials testing, QA, reporting, etc. as related to the CLS.

· Provide technical input, assistance, and support to the laboratory staff.

· Issue monthly and yearly laboratory performance reports to the Client based on routine internal audits.

· Delegate work and assignments to the senior laboratory staff and supervise their performance.

· Provide support to the laboratory engineers for the following disciplines:

· Cementitious materials.

· Geotechnical Engineering.

· Bituminous materials.

· General civil materials.

· Chemistry and metallurgy.

· Electromechanical.

· Ensure timely completion of all materials testing.

Arrange for the review, preparation and submission of deliverables such as approved materials vendor list, NDRC method statements, material submittals, site and plant inspection, equipment inventory and maintenance, Quality Assurance and external Accreditation, research and development to improve material specifications, etc.

Qualifications

Should have minimum of 4 years of College Degree in Civil Engineering or related program, with minimum of 15 years of experience of which 5 years was in the position of Chief or Head of Material Lab or similar responsibilities, and the rest 10 years working in Construction Material Lab.

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Quality Assurance

Primary Location:
UAE-Abu Dhabi]]> http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Chief-of-Infrastructure-Materials-Quality-Job/719923/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/UAE-ABU-DHABI-Chief-of-Infrastructure-Materials-Quality-Job/719923/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS