Quality & Material SME

Parsons Corporation

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Quality & Material SME (Architecture - Marble) to join our team!

Key Responsibilities (Design Stage)

Marble Material Evaluation & Approval

• Lead the review and approval of all marble and natural stone selections proposed during the design stages.

• Verify marble quality based on:

• Origin and quarry certifications

• Grade and classification

• Vein consistency and color uniformity

• Technical performance (porosity, strength, water absorption, slip resistance, etc.)

• Sustainability and durability criteria

• Ensure all marble materials comply with PIF standards, luxury hospitality expectations, and relevant ASTM, EN, or ISO codes.

Design Coordination & Technical Compliance

• Work with architects, interior designers, and consultants to ensure marble selections reflect the project s aesthetic vision, functional requirements, and guest experience standards.

• Validate the compatibility of marble with:

• Adjacent finishes

• Structural loads

• Environmental conditions (interior vs. exterior)

• Maintenance and lifecycle requirements

• Ensure design packages correctly reflect marble specifications, patterns, cut layouts, edge profiles, and installation methods.

Marble Specifications & Documentation

• Develop and maintain the Marble Specification Register covering type, source, finish, thickness, calibration requirements, sealing needs, and critical technical data.

• Ensure all marble submittals during the design stage include:

• Data sheets

• Quarry certifications

• Technical test reports

• Sustainability declarations

• Mock-up and sample boards

• Verify consistency across drawings, BOQs, schedules, and specifications.

Mock-ups, Samples & Benchmark Standards

• Lead the design-phase preparation of MARBLE MOCK-UP criteria (patterns, joints, tolerances).

• Review marble sample boards and prototype layouts before construction-stage mock-ups.

• Set the quality benchmark that must be achieved during installation.

Risk Assessment & Value Engineering

• Identify early risks related to marble availability, color variability, supply chain constraints, or technical performance issues.

• Recommend VE alternatives where beneficial, without compromising visual quality or luxury standards.

• Provide risk mitigation strategies and design recommendations to the PMC and client.

Stakeholder Interface & Meetings

• Host marble-focused design workshops with client, designers, and PMC technical teams.

• Prepare marble-related quality reports, issue logs, and recommendation summaries for senior management.

• Coordinate with procurement interface teams on prequalification requirements for marble suppliers and quarries.

Pre-Construction Readiness

• Ensure all marble materials are fully approved before IFC release.

• Validate that cutting lists, patterns, and installation details are clearly defined in design documentation.

• Review and sign off on final design-stage marble packages for incorporation into IFC documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor s Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering, Geology, or a related field.

• Minimum 12 15 years of experience, with at least 6 years specializing in marble and natural stone for ultra-luxury hospitality or high-end mixed-use projects.

• Strong background in stone sourcing, stone performance testing, and international marble standards.

• Proven experience in a PMC or design management environment.

• Deep understanding of stone patterning, book-matching, vein-matching, cut optimization, and finish selection.

• Familiarity with Saudi Building Codes and PIF materials compliance requirements.

• High technical competency in reviewing marble shop drawings, stone layouts, and specifications.

• Excellent communication, coordination, and technical writing skills.

• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Preferred Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and a refined understanding of luxury aesthetics.

• Strong ability to guide designers and resolve marble-related technical issues.

• Proactive approach to design risks, material selection challenges, and supply limitations.

• Ability to manage multiple design packages and maintain strict documentation control.

• Experience with digital tools for material tracking, QA workflows, and design coordination (e.g., Aconex, Autodesk).