Urban Development

For 80 years, we have specialized in the management of large, complex, multisite, mega mixed-use and urban development programs throughout the world. Our experienced master planning, project management, and asset management professionals work collaboratively to facilitate decision-making processes that ensure our projects are delivered safely and in compliance with local authority agency guidelines, environmental requirements, and international best practice and standards.

Innovative Approach For International Destinations

PARSONS DUBAI DESIGN DISTRICT

Dubai Design District

Mixed Use & Residential

We create sustainable, mixed-use urban environments that integrate residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, prioritizing community well-being, adaptability, and vibrant, inclusive living for future cities.

Soudah Peaks

Soudah Peaks

Hospitality & Tourism

We deliver world-class hospitality projects, from hotels and resorts to mixed-use developments, we’re delivering destinations of the future through sustainable design, planning, and construction expertise.

Ashghal FIFA

FIFA World Cup

Sports & Events

For decades, we’ve supported global sporting events with critical infrastructure solutions, from the 1996 Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta to the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

 

Yanbu

Yanbu

Industrial Manufacturing

We transform complex manufacturing facilities, expansions, retrofits, and mission-critical sites, leveraging 80 years of global expertise to deliver on time and within budget.

Comprehensive Suite Of Services And Solutions

Smart Cities

We are at the forefront of developing innovative smart city solutions that enhance urban living through the integration of advanced technologies. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as IoT (Internet of Things), AI (Artificial Intelligence), and data analytics, we deliver solutions that optimize traffic management, enhance public safety, and promote environmental sustainability. Our smart city initiatives also include robust cybersecurity measures to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive data. Through collaboration with municipalities and stakeholders, we build resilient, connected, and future-ready cities. Learn more.

Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning

We combine our deep understanding of our customer's operational data with our AI expertise to deliver operationally relevant AI-driven solutions. From streamlining processes to accelerating the decision-chain, we’re leveraging AI to revolutionize the landscape, driving efficiency, and creating new possibilities for our customers.

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Digital Twin
Cybersecurity
Augmented And Virtual Reality
ITS

Featured Projects

From envisioning megaprojects and creating international destinations, to integrating smart cities and new urban districts, we have a broad portfolio of landmark projects.

Masaar Discovery Center—Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Masaar is a mixed-use 180-hectare master-planned community in Sharjah, the third-most populous city in the United Arab Emirates. The development includes a residential community, educational facilities, community center, supermarket, retail […]

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Rua Al-Madinah — Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Saudi Arabia

The Rua Al-Madinah project is a key initiative towards the realization of Saudi Vision 2030, designed to elevate the city’s cultural and historical heritage, improve the quality of life for […]

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Jazan City For Primary & Downstream Industries — Jazan, Saudi Arabia

The Royal Commission for Jubail & Yanbu (RCJY) is the entity responsible for the development and management of several major industrial cities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Among these […]

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King Abdullah Financial District — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Situated in the heart of Riyadh, the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) is an iconic destination that merges the worlds of business and lifestyle in a digitally integrated and sustainable […]

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World Trade Center Port Authority Trans-Hudson Transportation Hub — New York, NY

Reestablishing a Critical Link On September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks destroyed the twin towers of the World Trade Center (WTC) and heavily damaged the WTC’s Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) station. […]

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FIFA World Cup Transportation And Design Planning – Doha, Qatar

Parsons was hired by Qatar’s Public Works Authority, more commonly known as Ashghal, to provide transportation planning services for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. A team of Parsons experts was […]

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Special Economic Zone (SEZ) – Al Karaana, Qatar

As an essential component of the Qatar National Vision 2030, the Al Karaana Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is a modern industrial, manufacturing, logistics hub, and new urban center in Qatar, […]

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Education City – Doha, Qatar

The Qatar Foundation is a non-profit organization that serves the people of Qatar by supporting and operating programs in education, science and research, and community development. To nurture the future […]

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Ministry of Housing Infrastructure Program – Saudi Arabia

Developing Residential Solutions The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) established the Ministry of Housing (MOH) to accommodate the massive population growth experienced by the country, and consequently address the huge […]

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Dubai Design District (D3) — Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

TECOM Group is a public company that has been developing business districts and associated facilities in Dubai since 1999. One such district is the Dubai Design District (d3) which is […]

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Architect Of The Capitol Campus Preservation And Modernization – District of Columbia (D.C.)

The Architect of the Capitol serves as agency and steward of many of the United States’ most iconic landmark buildings. We do this under three contracts that sustain and modernize […]

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Athlon By Aldar — Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Spanning approximately 119 hectares, Athlon by Aldar is an innovative urban development located in Dubailand, a massive residential development and hotspot by Dubai Properties. The site is well placed and […]

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Featured Articles

PIF-Backed Diriyah Company Awards Parsons SAR 210 Million Contract For Design And Construction Supervision In Saudi Arabia

Parsons Corporation announced that the company was awarded a contract for Phase 2 of the Diriyah project by Diriyah Company, a Public Investment Fund (PIF)-owned company in the first half of 2025.

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The National News | How UAE’s Dh170bn Transport Plan Can ‘Future-Proof’ Infrastructure Amid Population Surge

“This federal transport investment highlights the UAE’s commitment to future-proofing its infrastructure amid rapid population growth and economic expansion,” said Pierre Santoni, president for infrastructure in Europe, the Middle East and Africa at Parsons Corporation.

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The Rise Of The Whole Life Partnership Model In The Gulf Region

The whole region has experienced wave after wave of capital investments in infrastructure over recent decades. Arguably, the initial catalyst for this was Dubai, with massive investment reaching a peak […]

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Emergence Of The Program Delivery Partner Approach

With an ever-increasing global investment in infrastructure, clients are looking to maximize the value of returns on their project pipelines.

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Soudah Development Awards Project Management Consultancy Contract to Parsons

Parsons Corporation announced today that the company has been awarded a three-year contract for new work by Soudah Development – a real estate development company owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia that is driving the development of Soudah Peaks, an upcoming year-round luxury mountain tourism destination set 3,015 meters above sea level on Saudi Arabia’s highest peak – for project management consultancy services.

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Digital Twinning In Architecture, Engineering, And Construction

The concept of a “digital twin” has been in use for decades, particularly in the aerospace industry. Defined as a dynamic digital replica of a product, process, system, or facility, […]

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Building Sustainable Communities

A Fresh Approach to Evaluate Walkability Using Machine Learning In the United States, city officials and developers have long relied on conventional traffic engineering and roadway design standards that prioritize […]

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