Parsons executive to speak at Qatar Health, Safety and Environment Conference

Mr. Peters' presentation is titled, "The Value of Safety and its Impact on Project Performance."

Mr. Peters joined Parsons in 2003 and has more than 35 years of experience in safety management, loss prevention, and human resources from the mining, heavy construction, and construction equipment industries.

"I look forward to speaking at HSE For Life 2011," said Peters. "Safety is one of Parsons' six core values, and we are recognized as a worldwide leader in occupational health and safety as well as in our care for the environment."

HSE For Life 2011 will provide a platform for safety professionals in construction, government authorities, developers, project managers, suppliers, and contractors to network and learn. The conference will also touch on cost-efficient safety practices and the impact of construction and its footprint to the environment.

Parsons has been working in the MENA+ region (Middle East, North Africa, and the northern Mediterranean Sea border countries) for more than 60 years and has offices in the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Rome, Istanbul, and Athens. Parsons' portfolio of ongoing projects in the MENA+ region includes major highways, bridges, rail and transit, airports, ports, water infrastructure, plus hospitals, public schools, universities, mosques, and other public buildings.

Parsons, celebrating more than 65 years of growth in the engineering and construction industry, is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, environmental/sustainable energy, and defense/security.

Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, professional services, and innovative alternative delivery solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.