Strategic Transportation Planner

AECOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Abu Dhabi is seeking a qualified Urban/Transportation Planner to help shape sustainable, connected communities. You will analyze development applications, review zoning and land use plans, and collaborate with government agencies, developers and stakeholders.

The role requires strong report writing, data analysis, and project management skills, with experience in transportation planning and knowledge of GIS. Master’s degree preferred; UAE national status helpful.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning, transportation planning, civil engineering, geography, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of transportation planning principles, land development regulations, zoning requirements, and government policies.
• Experience reviewing development applications, site plans, permits, and rezonings; ability to develop strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and applies applicable government codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Initiates actions to correct deficiencies or violations of regulations.
• Assists with updates and maintenance of Comprehensive Plan, transportation plan and land development regulations.
• Acts as a liaison between community groups, government agencies, developers and elected officials in developing neighborhood plans.
• Conducts review of development applications, including plats, permits, site plans, variance requests and rezonings.
• Writes and presents formal and technical reports, working papers and correspondence.
• Develops long range plans for communities with common developmental issues.
• Develops strategies to promote economic and community development, or efficient land use consistent with community goals.

Skills

Urban planning

Transport planning

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

GIS

Modelling tools

Job description

AECOM in Abu Dhabi is seeking a qualified Urban/Transportation Planner to help shape sustainable, connected communities. You will analyze development applications, review zoning and land use plans, and collaborate with government agencies, developers and stakeholders.

The role requires strong report writing, data analysis, and project management skills, with experience in transportation planning and knowledge of GIS. Master’s degree preferred; UAE national status helpful.