Senior Urban Planning Lead — Master Plans & Smart Growth

AtkinsRéalis Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 520,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus

Flight allowance

Transport & housing allowances

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Dubai is seeking a Principal Urban Planner to lead master planning, urban design, and policy initiatives across the UAE. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with authorities, and ensure projects align with sustainability and regulatory requirements.

You will mentor junior planners, support business development, and manage timelines and budgets while advancing smart city and transit-oriented development.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of urban planning and master planning experience.
• Strong knowledge of UAE planning frameworks and approval processes.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and liaise with authorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead master plans, regional plans, and development frameworks.
• Coordinate with government, developers, and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior planners and manage project delivery and quality.
• Support business development and client presentations.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and sustainability goals.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

GIS

Urban policy

Land use planning

Master planning

Team management

Planning analysis

Education

Bachelor's in Urban Planning

Master's in Urban Planning/Urban Design

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

AtkinsRéalis in Dubai is seeking a Principal Urban Planner to lead master planning, urban design, and policy initiatives across the UAE. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with authorities, and ensure projects align with sustainability and regulatory requirements.

You will mentor junior planners, support business development, and manage timelines and budgets while advancing smart city and transit-oriented development.