Transport Planner

Mott MacDonald; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in Dubai is seeking a Transport Planner to support ongoing projects and enhance their market positioning. The successful candidate will contribute to various transport studies, prepare quality reports, and work closely with project managers. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in engineering and prior Transport Planner experience in the UAE. Strong communication skills and familiarity with local transport standards are essential. This role offers a chance to shape the future of sustainable transport solutions while working flexibly.

Benefits

90 calendar days’ paid maternity leave

Competitive annual leave

Annual professional institution subscription

Annual performance bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Prior experience as a Transport Planner in the UAE.
• Familiarity with local UAE transport trends and standards.

Responsibilities

• Support transport planning and mobility studies.
• Prepare high-quality reports and technical analyses.
• Ensure timely completion of projects by coordinating with teams.

Skills

Transport planning

Traffic analysis software

Communication in English

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline

Master’s in Transport Planning and Engineering

Tools

SIDRA

SYNCHRO

HCS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy committed to delivering impactful work that shapes the future. We are a team of over 20,000 experts working across the world in more than 50 countries. We are proud to be part of an ever‑changing global industry, delivering transformative work that’s defining our future. It’s our people who power that performance. As an employee‑owned business, we invest in creating a space for everyone to feel safe and valued and empowered with the right tools and support. Whether you want to pursue excellence in your specialism or broaden your experience with flexible roles across our business, you’ll be connected to a community of global experts championing you to be your best. Join us and shape your story with Mott MacDonald, where everyone has the opportunity to be brilliant.

About the role

Mott MacDonald are currently looking for a Transport Planner in UAE to support the delivery of on‑going projects and also support the company’s positioning for prospects in the marketplace.

Key responsibilities and duties

• Contribute and support in a variety of transport planning and mobility studies including large scale master planning and transportation assessments, traffic impact studies, parking studies, mobility strategies and plot developments.
• Contribute to the preparation of high‑quality written transport planning reports and technical analysis.
• Work closely with project managers and other internal disciplines to ensure timely completion of analysis, reports and plans as required.
• Competent in the use of traffic analysis software such as SIDRA, SYNCHRO and HCS.
• Coordinate with internal design disciplines as well as external stakeholders and statutory authorities.

Candidate specifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline; a Master’s in Transport Planning and Engineering would be advantageous.
• Experience with prior experience as a Transport Planner in the areas of transport planning / modelling / engineering in the UAE.
• Project experience and familiarity with local UAE transport trends and transport planning practices and standards.
• Competence with Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel and Power Point).
• Must be able to communicate in English effectively, both written and spoken.
• Membership to a relevant, recognised professional institution would be a distinct advantage.
• Candidates in the UAE will be preferred.

Our Purpose

At Mott MacDonald, our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do; relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of our organisation. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate, rather take positive steps towards creating a diverse and inclusive working environment.

Flexible Working

Mott MacDonald supports its staff to create work‑life balance which works for them and welcomes candidates looking for career flexibility. We are open to discussing flexible working at interview stage.

Benefits

• 90 calendar days’ paid maternity leave
• Competitive annual leave
• Annual professional institution subscription
• Annual company performance bonus scheme – Subject to company performance