Principal Transport Planner

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure firm in Dubai is seeking a Principal Transport Planner to lead transport planning and guide project teams. The role requires 8 years of experience and expertise in traffic engineering and transport modelling. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with preferred qualifications including a Master's degree and Transport Planning Professional certification. The firm offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative work environment focused on professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and leaves of absence

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in transport planning or related field.
• Experience in leading project tasks and team coordination.
• Technical expertise in transport modelling and traffic impact studies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver discipline involvement in transport projects.
• Lead and guide team members in transport planning.
• Prepare technical specifications and project deliverables.

Skills

Transport Planning

Traffic Engineering

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Transport Planning Professional (TPP) qualification

Chartership/certification/license

Job description

The Principal Transport Planner delivers discipline involvement in projects and ensures effective delivery input of others. The Senior Transport Planner leads and guides team members in transport planning requirements including Traffic Impact Studies freight and logistics ITS smart cities road safety and transport modelling. Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete the assignments.

Technical Excellence:

• Coordinate small - mid-size project teams of discipline-led Planners.
• Effectively leads and contributes to transport planning and traffic engineering project tasks for various transport studies.
• Prepares project deliverables that are reviewed by senior team members.
• Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment as an experienced Planner.
• Provides specialized technical input into studies and design work for the expertise and identifies discrepancies in results.
• Follows existing or develops design procedures to facilitate high-quality cost-effective work by self and others.
• Participates in and creates an interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.
• Prepares technical specifications. Performs work under the agreed-upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
• Technically coordinates with authorities for approvals.
• Solves problems encountered using knowledge innovation and modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous works.
• Contributes to the area of expertise providing proposed improvements to existing processes and delivers solutions where precedent may not exist.
• Performs technical quality reviews of design calculations drawings including documentation and report writing in project record by adhering to quality occupational health and safety and corporate standards.
• Maintains and develops the highest level of technical skills and abilities.
• Build and maintain client relationships. Attends client meetings as technical support to gather information and discuss project requirements explain/ defend work etc.
• Participates in the development and preparation of bids and proposals.
• Present solutions to clients in a professional and technically competent manner.

Years of Relevant Experience

8 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree Level Qualification or higher in a related field (mandatory) masters degree (preferred). Transport Planning Professional (TPP) qualification preferred.
• Chartership/certification/license from a recognized professional body (e.g. P.E. . . CIHT CILT) strongly preferred.
• Relevant registration required in Qatar Bahrain and UAE.

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work optionswell-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time