Senior Traffic/ Mobility Expert

Parsons Oman; Makkah Al Mukarramah; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Traffic / Mobility Engineer to work on transformative infrastructure projects. This role requires expertise in traffic impact analysis and urban planning. Candidates should have at least 14 years of experience, including 5 years in the GCC, and a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering. This position offers growth and the opportunity to work within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 14+ years of experience with 5 years in major roads/transportation projects within the GCC.
• Expertise in urban planning focusing on transportation systems.
• Strong background in transport planning and infrastructure development.

Responsibilities

• Develop traffic reports and impact studies.
• Prepare traffic signage and road marking plans.
• Develop Strategic Transport Models in VISUM and EMME.

Skills

Urban mobility expertise

Traffic impact analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Management skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PTV Vissim

EMME

Sidra

Synchro

HCS

Job description

Overview

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Job Description:

Parsons is now hiring experienced Senior Traffic / Mobility Engineers with a desire to work on infrastructure projects that change the fabric of our community. Parsons extensive experience in this field, combined with your engineering knowledge, will propel your career forward with opportunity for advancement with top performance. We need our Engineers to be versatile, enthusiastic to work in highly flexible, team oriented environment and who have exceptional communication, analytical and management skills.

Responsibilities

• As Senior Traffic / Mobility Engineer, the incumbent will develop traffic reports including traffic impact studies, traffic impact assessments, traffic survey report, methodology report etc.

• Prepare traffic signage and road marking plans and develop 3D BIM Models

• Develop micro-simulation models using PTV VISSIM software.

• Develop Strategic Transport Models in VISUM and EMME software.

• Review and ensure traffic diversion safety on the project.

• Perform analysis for road network using software’s such as Sidra, Synchro and HCS.

• Lead and manage the integration of urban planning and mobility within master planning and development projects.

• Develop and implement smart and sustainable mobility strategies that align with urban design principles and regulatory frameworks.

• Ensure that transport planning aligns with smart city technologies, innovation, and sustainable urban development goals.

• Provide expert insights into the design scope of work (SoW) for master planning and infrastructure development phases.

• Evaluate and implement multi-modal transport solutions, including public transport, micro-mobility, walkability, shared mobility, and smart transport technologies.

• Champion innovative solutions that enhance the accessibility and efficiency of urban transportation systems.

• Assess and optimize Traffic Impact Assessments (TIA) and mobility studies to improve transport infrastructure planning.

• Leverage digital and data-driven mobility solutions, such as AI-driven traffic management, connected infrastructure, and Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) platforms.

• Stakeholder Coordination & Governance

• Collaborate with DevCos, government agencies, and external consultants to refine urban mobility and transport planning strategies.

• Participate in workshops and high-level meetings related to urban master planning and infrastructure development.

• Ensure compliance with PIF’s regulatory standards, sustainability policies, and smart city governance frameworks.

• Provide expert guidance on public transport integration, transit-oriented development (TOD), and parking management strategies.

• Review and contribute to Basis of Design (BoD) presentations and DevCo reports to support senior management decision-making.

• Prepare and present technical reports, mobility strategy recommendations, and smart city transport insights.

• Monitor and track project progress, ensuring that urban mobility milestones are met on schedule.

• Maintains first level quality assurance to confirm that the installation of all work within his /her discipline is in accordance with the plans, specifications, and industry standards

• May have some interface with the client and upper level management

• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Transportation engineering from a recognized institution

• Minimum 14+ postgraduate years of experience and a minimum of 5 years of major roads/transportation projects within the GCC

• Expertise in urban planning with a strong focus on transportation systems, multi-modal transport integration, and transit-oriented development (TOD).

• Strong background in urban mobility, transport planning, and infrastructure development.

• Proven experience in design strategy, traffic impact analysis, and smart mobility implementation.

• Knowledge of urban planning regulations, sustainability principles, and compliance standards.

• Familiarity with smart city technologies, AI-driven traffic management, IoT-based transport solutions, and data-driven mobility planning.

• Proficiency in urban design and mobility planning tools, such as AutoCAD, and mobility simulation software e.g., EMME, PTV VISUM, PTV Vissim, Sidra, Synchro and HCS.

Desired Skills

• Deep understanding of urban planning and its role in transport network development.

• Experience in developing and implementing smart city mobility solutions.

• Familiarity with Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS), autonomous transportation, and intelligent transport systems (ITS).

• Ability to champion innovative solutions that improve urban accessibility and enhance the efficiency of transportation systems.

• Requires excellent written and oral communication skills.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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