Transportation Planner إماراتيين (خلاصة القيد)

AECOM; Dubai; Presencial; AED 180.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AECOM in Dubai seeks a UAE National with a family book to join our transportation and urban planning team. You will interpret regulations, develop long-range community plans, and coordinate with government agencies and developers to advance comprehensive plans and zoning objectives.

The role emphasizes report writing, stakeholder engagement, and robust project management work in a fast-paced environment. On-site location at Dubai office, with involvement in multiple planning disciplines.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, or related discipline (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proven experience in transportation planning, urban planning, or land use planning.
• Strong knowledge of transportation planning principles, land development regulations, zoning requirements, and applicable government policies.
• Experience reviewing and evaluating development applications, site plans, permits, and rezoning requests.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research, analyze complex data, and develop strategic recommendations.
• Experience engaging with government agencies, developers, consultants, and community stakeholders.
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills with ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of GIS and transportation modelling tools is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Interprets and applies applicable government codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Initiates actions necessary 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 various development applications, including plats, permits, site plans, variance requests and rezonings.
• Conducts extensive research in specific or general project areas.
• Writes and presents formal and technical reports, working papers and correspondence.
• Identifies community problems, issues and opportunities in particular neighborhoods that could be mitigated through better community planning.
• 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.
• Evaluates adequacy of community facilities in meeting current and projected needs.
• Recommends priorities, schedules and funding sources to implement public improvements plan.

Conocimientos

Transportation planning

Urban planning

Land use planning

Report writing

Presentation

Communication

Project management

GIS knowledge

Transportation modelling tools

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, or related discipline

Master's degree preferred

Herramientas

GIS

Transportation modelling tools

Descripción del empleo

• Contract
• State/Province: Dubai
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED DUBAI BRANCH
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: AE - Dubai, UAE - UBora Tower

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

• Interprets and applies applicable government codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Initiates actions necessary 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 various development applications, including plats, permits, site plans, variance requests and rezonings.
• Conducts extensive research in specific or general project areas.
• Writes and presents formal and technical reports, working papers and correspondence.
• Identifies community problems, issues and opportunities in particular neighborhoods that could be mitigated through better community planning.
• 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.
• Evaluates adequacy of community facilities in meeting current and projected needs.
• Recommends priorities, schedules and funding sources to implement public improvements plan.

Qualifications

• UAE National with a family book
• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, or related discipline (Master's degree preferred)
• Proven experience in transportation planning, urban planning, or land use planning
• Strong knowledge of transportation planning principles, land development regulations, zoning requirements, and applicable government policies
• Experience reviewing and evaluating development applications, site plans, permits, and rezoning requests
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research, analyze complex data, and develop strategic recommendations
• Experience engaging with government agencies, developers, consultants, and community stakeholders
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills with ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences
• Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of GIS and transportation modelling tools is advantageous

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.