Principal/Associate - Transport Planning & Mobility

WSP; Dubai; On-site; AED 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

First class medical cover

Generous annual leave

Paid professional subscriptions

Job summary

WSP is seeking an experienced Principal / Associate – Transport Planning & Mobility to join our team in Dubai. This senior role will lead the delivery of transport planning and mobility solutions across various Dubai-based projects within the Transport & Infrastructure unit.

The successful candidate must have a strong understanding of Dubai’s regulatory environment, hold an RTA Level 3 Approved Liaison Engineer certification, and bring extensive experience in traffic modelling and transport planning studies. Competitive pay and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• 12–15+ years of experience in transport planning and mobility.
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary coordination.
• Strong knowledge of Dubai RTA standards and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to transport planning and traffic engineering.
• Act as RTA Level 3 Liaison Engineer for regulatory coordination.
• Mentor junior transport planners and engineers.

Skills

Transport planning studies

Traffic modelling

Mobility strategy development

RTA Level 3 Approved Liaison Engineer

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Transport Engineering or related discipline

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

VISUM

VISSIM

SIDRA

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Principal / Associate – Transport Planning & Mobility to join our Transport Planning & Mobility team in Dubai. This role will lead and contribute to the delivery of transport planning, traffic engineering, and mobility solutions for a portfolio of Dubai-based projects within the Transport & Infrastructure business unit.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in transport planning studies, traffic modelling, and mobility strategy development, with a strong understanding of Dubai’s regulatory environment. A mandatory requirement for this role is being an RTA Level 3 Approved Liaison Engineer, enabling effective coordination with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) throughout project lifecycles.

This is a senior role requiring strong technical capability, leadership, and client-facing skills, with the ability to drive integrated and forward-thinking transport solutions across complex infrastructure programmes.

Transport Planning & Technical Leadership

• Lead the preparation and delivery of Traffic Impact Studies (TIS), Transport Assessments, masterplan transport strategies, and mobility frameworks.
• Oversee traffic modelling, simulation, and analysis using tools such as VISUM, VISSIM, SIDRA, or equivalent.
• Develop integrated mobility solutions incorporating public transport, active travel, first/last mile connectivity, and smart mobility systems.
• Ensure all deliverables align with Dubai RTA guidelines, policies, and strategic frameworks.
• Review and approve technical outputs including reports, analysis, models, and design recommendations.

RTA Liaison & Authority Coordination

• Act as the designated RTA Level 3 Liaison Engineer, leading all interactions with RTA.
• Manage the preparation, submission, and approvals of transport-related documentation at all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Provide expert guidance on RTA processes, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain strong working relationships with RTA and other regulatory stakeholders in Dubai.

Multidisciplinary Coordination

• Coordinate transport planning activities with highways, urban planning, utilities, environmental, and infrastructure teams.
• Ensure integration of transport networks within wider masterplans and land development strategies.
• Support project managers in aligning transport deliverables with programme schedules and project milestones.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a senior interface with clients and stakeholders, presenting transport strategies and technical solutions.
• Lead workshops, coordination meetings, and stakeholder engagement sessions.
• Provide data-driven insights to support client decision-making and project outcomes.

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor and support junior transport planners and engineers within the team.
• Conduct technical reviews and ensure quality and consistency of deliverables.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the Transport Planning & Mobility team.

Business Development & Strategy

• Support the preparation of proposals, technical submissions, and client presentations.
• Contribute to identifying opportunities and strengthening the consultancy’s transport planning capabilities.
• Support strategic growth initiatives within the Transport & Infrastructure business unit.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Transport Engineering, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 12–15+ years of experience in transport planning and mobility within an engineering consultancy environment.
• Mandatory requirement: RTA Level 3 Approved Liaison Engineer certification.
• Proven experience delivering Dubai-based transport planning projects, including TIS and mobility strategies.
• Strong knowledge of Dubai RTA standards, approval processes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure and land development projects.
• Proficiency in transport modelling software such as VISUM, VISSIM, SIDRA, or equivalent tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary coordination across complex project environments.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and client-facing skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to contribute to bids and project growth.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous days annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.