Senior Strategic Urban Planner & Team Lead

WSP USA; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in Dubai is seeking a Principal Urban Planner to lead strategic spatial planning projects. This role involves oversight of multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality outcomes, and engaging with clients and stakeholders. Candidates must have a degree in urban planning, a minimum of 12 years of experience, and a strong background in project delivery within multidisciplinary environments.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of post‑qualification experience required.
• Experience in strategic spatial planning projects is essential.
• Must work well in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of planning inputs for strategic spatial plans.
• Oversee scope, schedule, budget, and risk management.
• Guide multidisciplinary teams and foster collaboration.
• Drive high-quality graphic and technical presentation outputs.

Skills

Strategic spatial planning

Leadership of multidisciplinary teams

Client engagement

Technical excellence

Education

Degree or post‑graduate qualification in urban planning

Job description

A global engineering consultancy in Dubai is seeking a Principal Urban Planner to lead strategic spatial planning projects. This role involves oversight of multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality outcomes, and engaging with clients and stakeholders. Candidates must have a degree in urban planning, a minimum of 12 years of experience, and a strong background in project delivery within multidisciplinary environments.