Transport Economics Specialist

STAR SERVICES LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Abu Dhabi seeks a qualified Transport Planning Specialist to enhance urban mobility through strategic transport planning initiatives. The role involves conducting economic studies, preparing reports, supervising consultants, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve land use and transport policies. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and substantial experience in transport planning, making this a critical position to shape the future of transportation in the region.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience for UAE Nationals and 8-10 years for others in transport project planning.
• Strong understanding of transport policy and planning frameworks.
• Experience in economic feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of transport planning initiatives.
• Conduct economic studies to evaluate transport project feasibility.
• Supervise consultant deliverables for quality and compliance.

Skills

Excellent report writing

Stakeholder coordination

Project supervision

Data interpretation

International transport planning knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Transport Planning or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

� Support the development of transport planning initiatives to improve Abu Dhabi’s mobility and land use
� Contribute to key plans including the Comprehensive Land Transport Master Plan and Bus Transport Plan
� Conduct transport project economic studies to evaluate feasibility and strategic value
� Prepare global best practice reports with tailored recommendations
� Represent the organization in conferences and planning initiatives
� Coordinate with stakeholders to align with economic and land use trends
� Supervise consultant deliverables to ensure quality and compliance
� Build partnerships with global transport technology leaders
� Carry out additional responsibilities as required

Desired Candidate Profile

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in Transport Planning, Transport Economics, Urban Planning, or a closely related field
  Master’s degree is preferred
• Experience:
  UAE Nationals: 6–8 years of experience in transport economics or a similar role
  Other Nationalities: 8–10 years of relevant experience in transport project planning or evaluation
• Technical Expertise:
  Strong understanding of transport policy, planning frameworks, and land use integration
  Experience conducting economic feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure projects
  Familiarity with comprehensive transport master plans, particularly for urban or regional planning
• Skills:
  Excellent report writing and presentation skills
  Strong stakeholder coordination and project supervision abilities
  Ability to interpret data and model economic impact
  Exposure to international transport planning practices and innovations is a plus
• Other Attributes:
  Arabic speakers preferred (but not mandatory)
  Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment
  High attention to detail and results-driven approach
  Willingness to participate in conferences and represent the organization when needed

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STAR SERVICES LLC

Star Services is the UAE’s leading supplier of primarily oil and gas, petrochemical, engineering, technical and non-technical, and administrative manpower to an impressive range of multi-national corporations, companies, and UAE government departments. Star Services also plays a major role in providing diverse positions for other demanding projects related to construction and large infrastructure, alternative energy, security, education, and transportation.As a result of its stellar 25-year history of providing quality personnel to quality companies, Star Services has become one of the UAE’s top manpower providers. Our strong brand enables us to attract the best candidates, while our thorough screening among a host of considerations, allow us to select the right candidates for any set of hiring requirements.Most importantly, however, the Star Services team of HR experts, lawyers, accountants, and support staff do more than just oversee recruitment and hiring. We anticipate and take every conceivable step to ease the especially unique bureaucratic burdens that can be experienced by employers in this region who take on new staff.

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