Senior Transport Planner

AECOM; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced planning professional to develop and evaluate plans for major infrastructure projects in the KSA. You will assess feasibility, advise on planning-related matters, and ensure compliance with local regulations, working closely with the Planning Director and elected officials.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10+ years of experience in large-scale infrastructure planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as Primavera P6, PMP, AACE are desirable.
• Typically 10+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling.
• Experience on large-scale infrastructure, rail, transportation, construction, or engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for projects and activities.
• Assesses feasibility and soundness of proposed planning products.
• Provides management of IE-related planning issues and advises Planning Director.
• Oversees large-scale development proposals and environmental studies.
• Prepares reports on operations and suggests improvements.

Skills

Planning & scheduling

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6 Certification

PMP (Project Management Professional)

AACE certifications

Job description

• Primary Location: KSA - Riyadh, SA - The Business Gate

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

• Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by others.
• Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed planning products.
• Usually performs as a staff advisor and consultant as to a technical specialty, a type of facility, industry, equipment or program function.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with local, state and federal laws.
• Oversees specialized planning functions, such as large-scale new development proposals and environmental studies.
• Provides overall management of IE-related planning issues.
• Advises the Planning Director on all planning-related matters.
• Advises various councils, boards, commissions and elected officials in planning related issues
• Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities.
• Prepares reports on operations and activities, recommending improvements and modifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications are desirable, such as:
  • Primavera P6 Certification
  • PMP (Project Management Professional)
  • AACE certifications (advantageous)
• Typically 10+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling.
• Experience on large-scale infrastructure, rail, transportation, construction, or engineering projects.

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
• 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.

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