Urban Planner: Shape Smart Growth & Transit

MediaSource FZC

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 156,000 - 234,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

MediaSource FZC in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Planner to support municipal, transportation, and infrastructure planning initiatives. You will assist with studies, strategies, and growth assessments to promote sustainable community development and efficient transportation systems.

The role involves data analysis, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Proficiency in GIS and planning software, plus a relevant degree and 3–6 years of experience, are required to drive

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, Architecture, Infrastructure Planning, or related discipline.
Professional planning certifications are considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation and implementation of transportation, infrastructure, and urban planning projects and initiatives.
Support the development of strategic, operational, and master plans related to municipal and transportation services.
Conduct planning studies to assess current and future infrastructure and transportation needs.
Contribute to the evaluation of development proposals and planning applications.
Participate in the preparation of planning frameworks and growth management strategies.
Assist in analyzing transportation networks, mobility trends, traffic patterns, and infrastructure requirements.
Support the assessment of transportation impacts resulting from new developments and urban expansion.
Review transportation studies, planning reports, and technical documentation.
Contribute to mobility improvement initiatives, road network planning, and public transportation projects.
Support infrastructure planning activities to ensure alignment with municipal growth requirements.
Collect, organize, and analyze demographic, transportation, economic, land-use, and development data.
Maintain planning databases, records, and performance indicators.
Conduct research on planning trends, regulations, and industry best practices.
Prepare technical analyses, reports, presentations, and planning recommendations.
Assist in forecasting future development and infrastructure requirements.
Review development applications, planning submissions, and infrastructure proposals.
Ensure compliance with municipal planning regulations, policies, standards, and guidelines.
Prepare technical comments and recommendations on planning-related matters.
Identify potential planning, transportation, and infrastructure issues and recommend solutions.
Coordinate with internal departments, consultants, developers, utility providers, and government agencies.
Participate in planning meetings, workshops, and stakeholder consultations.
Support communication efforts related to planning projects and initiatives.
Assist in responding to stakeholder inquiries and requests for planning information.
Prepare planning reports, briefing notes, presentations, and project updates.
Monitor project progress and planning activities against approved schedules.
Maintain planning documentation and records in accordance with organizational requirements.
Support the preparation of management reports and performance dashboards.
Identify opportunities to improve planning processes and service delivery.
Support sustainability, innovation, and smart city planning initiatives.
Keep up to date with urban planning, transportation, and infrastructure trends and best practices.
Contribute to process improvement and organizational development initiatives.
Managing multiple planning assignments and project deadlines simultaneously.
Ensuring accuracy when analyzing large volumes of technical and development data.
Balancing stakeholder expectations with regulatory requirements and planning objectives.
Keeping pace with changing municipal policies, regulations, and development priorities.
Addressing transportation and infrastructure challenges associated with urban growth.
Coordinating with multiple departments and external organizations.
Supporting complex planning projects with competing priorities and limited resources.
Translating technical findings into practical and actionable planning recommendations.