Urban Planner

AtkinsRéalis; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Urban Planning specialist with over 8 years in the public or private sector. The role involves leading urban development projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and working closely with clients for positive outcomes. Candidates should have a Master's degree and proficiency in relevant software like AutoCAD and Revit. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, including annual leave and a discretionary bonus.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Transportation allowance

Medical and life insurance

Annual leave

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Urban Planning / Public Realm projects.
• Familiarity with design, tender, and construction processes.
• Proficiency in project management and efficiency metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects with design and delivery ownership.
• Manage multidisciplinary urban development projects.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders for project outcomes.

Skills

Urban Planning

Project Management

Communication Skills

Multidisciplinary Design

BIM Experience

Education

Master's Degree in Urban Planning or Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Adobe CS5

MS Office

SketchUp

Google Pro

Job description

Engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to design, deliver and operate the most complex projects. With offices around the world, we shape the future of our industry and the world by covering everything from blueprint to delivery, across the entire project lifespan, enabling a smoother, smarter and more efficient client experience. At Atkins, we are not just embracing change – we are driving it.

Saudi Arabia offers an exciting landscape with ambitious growth and transformational plans supporting Vision 2030, including mega projects such as NEOM, AlUla, AMAALA and more. Atkins is positioned to grow as a leading provider of technical solutions across these opportunities in 2023.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience delivering Urban Planning / Public Realm projects in the public or private sector.
• Familiarity with design, tender and construction processes, with international experience in the ME region an added advantage.
• Proficiency in design, project management and efficiency metrics.
• Knowledge of evolving professional standards, particularly those related to collaborative, multidisciplinary design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe CS5, MS Office, SketchUp and Google Pro; advanced BIM experience in Landscape Design / Infrastructure is a plus.
• Master's Degree in Urban Planning or Landscape Architecture from a university of international repute.
• CMLI & ASLA qualification is an added advantage.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• Capability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Logical, organized approach to project delivery with the ability to follow senior guidance.
• Awareness of the impact of delivery time on financial performance and proactive management of time, resources and budget.
• Ability to identify and communicate project concerns to the Line Manager.
• Mentoring and career progression support for subordinates and peers.
• Discussion of career goals and aspirations.
• Willingness to share information and knowledge with team members.
• Basic leadership skills to direct an interdisciplinary work group.
• Experience working in virtual teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects with complete design and delivery ownership, reporting to the Practice Lead.
• Take ownership of urban planning/public realm projects and work packages.
• Design‑manage multidisciplinary urban development projects across key business sectors.
• Liaise with key clients and technical/non‑technical stakeholders for positive project outcomes.
• Draft technical reports and contractual documents of acceptable technical and presentation quality with minimal guidance.
• Work to a project program and proactively advise senior leadership of any issue affecting efficient completion.
• Ensure team awareness of design standards, codes and country‑specific compliance within the ME region and MENA.
• Review work of project teams within LUDP and ensure deliverables meet Atkins’ standards and client expectations.
• Demonstrate strategic thinking to expand landscape & urban design business across regions and develop business within the practice.
• Contribute to bids and proposals to win work.
• Cross‑over design thinking between the three practice disciplines on large‑scale projects.
• Delegate and manage work to assigned project team Landscape Architects / urban designers / multidisciplinary proficiencies, achieving contractual obligations.
• Use business‑related software independently and guide junior team members.
• Identify and follow through on leads/suggestions associated with additional work prospects on involved projects.
• Travel to different Atkins offices and sites globally as required and interface with the team based there.

Rewards & Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Transportation allowance
• Medical and life insurance cover
• 22 calendar days annual leave
• Company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Annual flight allowance to point of origin
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24‑hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants

EEO Statement

At SNC‑Lavalin, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnicity or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.