Spatial Planning Technical Lead - Development, Planning & Urban Design

WSP in the Middle East; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Sharjah is seeking a Spatial Planning Technical Lead to provide technical leadership on major spatial planning and master planning projects. Responsibilities include managing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of experience in spatial planning and is a member of a recognized professional body. Apply today to join a passionate team making a positive impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years post-qualification experience in spatial planning projects.
• Member of a globally recognized spatial/urban planning professional body.
• Proven record in leading large-scale development projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for major spatial planning projects.
• Deliver comprehensive and well-considered reports and presentations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in spatial/regional/urban planning

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Overview

As a Spatial Planning Technical Lead in WSP Development, Planning & Urban Design team, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership on major spatial planning and master planning projects, and developing the technical capabilities of the wider Development, Planning and Urban Design team.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for major spatial planning, master planning and development projects in KSA, ensuring they align with client expectations, local regulations, and WSP Quality and Ways of Working requirements
• Deliver comprehensive and well considered reports and presentations to clients, partners, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication of project goals and progress
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government bodies, developers, and clients
• Lead and be at the forefront of efforts and initiatives to place WSP DPUD team at the leading edge of industry trends, emerging technologies, regulatory changes and spatial planning and design approaches
• Ensure compliance with KSA’s urban planning and development regulations and industry best practices
• Lead, manage, mentor and develop the WSP DPUD planning and design team in KSA, promoting professional development, knowledge-sharing, training programmes and initiatives to grow and evolve skillsets to meet business, client and project requirements
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, preparing proposals, and securing projects in urban planning and development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in spatial/regional/urban planning or a related field (Master’s degree is advantageous).
• Member of a globally recognized spatial / urban planning professional body (e.g. APA, RTPI, etc)
• Minimum 15 years post-qualification experience in spatial planning projects, with significant experience working in KSA and the wider Middle East
• Proven record in leading large-scale development projects and managing multidisciplinary teams, with evidence of leading at least 3 major spatial planning related projects in the past 5 years

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