Transport & Mobility Planning Lead in UAE & Middle East

WSP in the Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Transport Planner to lead delivery of transport planning and mobility studies across Abu Dhabi and the wider region. You will coordinate multidisciplinary inputs, engage with clients and stakeholders, and drive practical, sustainable transport solutions.

The role offers exposure to major developments, masterplans and infrastructure projects, with emphasis on collaboration, reporting, and clear technical communication in English.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Transport Engineering, Urban Planning or a related discipline.
• A relevant Master’s degree would be advantageous.
• Experience in transport planning, mobility planning or transportation consultancy.
• Experience delivering projects in the UAE or Middle East is highly advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate data into practical recommendations.
• Familiarity with UAE transport planning requirements and Abu Dhabi authorities is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support transport planning and mobility studies for projects across Abu Dhabi, the UAE and the wider Middle East.
• Undertake transport assessments, traffic impact studies, mobility studies and masterplanning.
• Develop transport strategies for masterplans, mixed-use developments and major infrastructure projects.
• Review traffic data, surveys, trip generation and mode share.
• Coordinate with transport modelling, highways, urban planning and sustainability teams.
• Prepare high-quality reports, proposals and client deliverables.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to communicate findings.
• Manage workstreams and junior team members.
• Support bids and business development for the Transport & Mobility offering.
• Stay updated on sustainable mobility and future transport planning practices.

Skills

Transport planning

Mobility planning

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Multi-disciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Transportation Planning

Master's degree in Urban Planning

Tools

Traffic modelling software

Job description

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Transport Planner to lead delivery of transport planning and mobility studies across Abu Dhabi and the wider region. You will coordinate multidisciplinary inputs, engage with clients and stakeholders, and drive practical, sustainable transport solutions.

The role offers exposure to major developments, masterplans and infrastructure projects, with emphasis on collaboration, reporting, and clear technical communication in English.