Associate Master Planner

Worley; Abu Dhabi Industrial City; On-site; AED 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Associate Master Planner to join their team. The ideal candidate will lead master planning projects, manage bids, and engage with clients to deliver transformative results. A strong background in infrastructure development, strategic site selection, and proficiency in design tools is required. The role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within a flexible and inclusive environment. Innovations in sustainable solutions are highly valued.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Training and mentorship programs

Opportunities for travel

Qualifications

• Experience in development infrastructure and master planning.
• Track record of delivering complex projects across EMEA.
• Proven ability to lead strategic and concept industrial master plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead bids and manage complex master planning assignments.
• Engage directly with clients to communicate design vision.
• Contribute to landscape strategies enhancing environmental performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Strategic site selection

Leadership

Creative design skills

Proficiency in Adobe Suite

Experience in business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Urban Planning

Master’s in Urban Design

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Revit

Adobe Suite

Job description

Job Description - Associate Master Planner (ABU024N) Management Level : Individual Contributor :

Building on our past. Ready for the future

For over 50 years, Worley has been leading the way in the energy, chemicals, and resources sectors. Today, we’re combining that legacy with fresh, ambitious talent to help our customers accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future.

We don’t just imagine change, we deliver it. From designing and building to operating the facilities that power the energy transition, our global expertise is backed by Worley Consulting, which provides the strategic insight and sustainability guidance that shape tomorrow’s industries.

Together, we blend innovation, data‑driven intelligence, and real‑world experience to create a cleaner, more resilient world for our customers, our people, and our planet.

Our People

At Worley, our people are our greatest strength. We offer a flexible, inclusive, and collaborative environment where everyone can reach their full potential. Our hybrid working model supports balance, wellbeing, and performance, while our culture of trust and entrepreneurship empowers our teams to deliver excellence. Through training and mentorship, we invest in continuous personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

Are you ready to shape the future of industrial development and help drive sustainable growth in one of the world’s most dynamic markets? We’re looking for an ambitious Associate Master Planner to join our global team, supporting the delivery of transformative master planning projects and helping to expand our presence in the UAE market and support a number of recent project wins.

As a key member of our master planning team, you’ll lead bids, manage complex master planning assignments, and engage directly with clients to communicate design vision and value with clarity and impact. You’ll bring creativity, technical excellence, and strong storytelling skills to articulate ideas that inspire and deliver results.

Your Focus Areas

You’ll help our industrial clients plan and design their next‑generation assets across three Master Planning core service areas :

• Planning – Develop area‑wide strategic plans, place‑economics strategies, and guide site selection through spatial analysis and multi‑criteria frameworks.
• Design – Lead the creation of concept and detailed master plans for industrial projects, non‑process infrastructure, worker accommodations, and commercial ports.
• Landscape – Contribute to landscape strategies and plans that integrate nature‑based solutions, enhancing environmental performance and resilience.

Qualification - Requirement

• Experience in development infrastructure and master planning, with a track record of delivering complex projects across EMEA.
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or urban planning with a masters in urban design.
• Proven ability to lead strategic and concept industrial master plans, due diligence or client advisory assignments.
• Skilled in strategic site selection, multi‑criteria assessments, and applying design thinking to develop human‑centric, sustainable, and commercially viable solutions.
• Strong grasp of ESG integration, embedding sustainability and nature‑based solutions into the spatial master planning process.
• Confident communicator with excellent presentation skills and the ability to create compelling design narratives and value propositions.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities, guiding junior planners and architects.
• Experience in business development and bid preparation, contributing to the growth of a world‑class industrial master planning capability.
• Passionate about innovation to create master planning outcomes.
• Willingness to travel for projects and embrace diverse cultures and ways of working.
• Strong design skills and ability to effectively communicate design through compelling graphics.
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• Proficiency in Adobe Suite, AutoCAD, GIS, Revit and Dyna mo skills are advantageous.

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values‑inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we’re not just talking about it; we’re doing it. We’re reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today’s low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.