Airport Planning & Analytics Strategist

WSP; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Associate Consultant to shape airport planning at the concept level and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across major aviation projects in the Middle East. You will lead analytics, demand forecasting and masterplanning efforts to deliver design-focused solutions that improve efficiency and sustainability.

The role emphasizes client engagement, technical rigor and the delivery of robust planning outputs that inform decisions and project delivery while aligning with

Qualifications

• Degree required in aviation planning, transport/civil engineering, architecture, or aviation management.
• 8–12 years of experience in airport planning, capacity assessment, forecasting, or masterplanning.
• Proficiency in analytical modelling, scenario development and data interpretation.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with AutoCAD/GIS.
• Excellent communication when presenting to clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical assessments of airport operations including traffic profiles, flight schedules, dwell times and operational KPIs.
• Develop multi-scenario demand forecasts for passengers, aircraft, cargo and GA operations.
• Build and operate simulation models to evaluate flow performance and system efficiency.
• Translate model outputs into actionable recommendations for planning decisions.
• Contribute to airport masterplans and long-term strategic frameworks.
• Define functional and spatial requirements for terminals and facilities.
• Develop planning options, phasing strategies and expansion triggers.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure aligned outputs.
• Present capacity results and planning insights in workshops with stakeholders.
• Facilitate technical discussions and integrate feedback into forecasts and scenarios.
• Coordinate with terminal designers, engineers, operations and digital specialists.
• Collaborate with other Business Units to offer a OneWSP aviation service.

Skills

Analytical modelling

Data interpretation

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Project leadership

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Aviation Planning / Transport/Civil Eng / Architecture / Aviation Management

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

AviPLAN

CAST

Revit

BIM

Job description

WSP is seeking an Associate Consultant to shape airport planning at the concept level and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across major aviation projects in the Middle East. You will lead analytics, demand forecasting and masterplanning efforts to deliver design-focused solutions that improve efficiency and sustainability.

The role emphasizes client engagement, technical rigor and the delivery of robust planning outputs that inform decisions and project delivery while aligning with