Principal Transport Planner
- دبي
- دائم
- دوام كامل
- Lead and coordinate small to mid-size project teams, overseeing transport planning tasks and projects
- Conduct comprehensive transport studies and provide expert technical guidance in areas such as traffic engineering, smart cities, and transport modeling
- Develop and implement innovative solutions to complex transportation challenges
- Manage project deliverables, task allocation, presentations, and reports to ensure high-quality outcomes
- Engage with clients as a key point of contact for projects and proposals
- Participate in interdisciplinary reviews and provide constructive feedback
- Mentor and manage team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the transport planning department
- Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices to maintain the organization's competitive edge
- Represent the company at client meetings, industry events, and stakeholder consultations
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geography, Urban Planning, or a related field (required)
- Master's degree in Transportation Engineering and Planning (preferred)
- 10-15 years of experience in transportation engineering and planning
- Profound understanding of transport planning and modeling principles
- Expertise in using industry-standard software such as Cube Voyager, PTV VISUM, SIDRA, Synchro, and HCS+
- Strong technical writing skills and ability to prepare high-quality reports and presentations
- Proven project management experience, including coordinating teams and managing workloads
- Excellent knowledge of quality assurance/control processes and procedures in project delivery
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in mentoring junior colleagues
- Proficiency in statistical tools, database software packages, and GIS (e.g., ArcGIS)
- Knowledge of road safety principles and practices
- Experience in preparing technical and commercial proposals for traffic studies and master planning services
- Excellent communication skills and ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders
- Membership in a professional institution or society such as CIHT, ICE, or TPS
- Eligibility for chartership/certification/license from a recognized professional body (e.g., P.E., P.Eng., CEng, Chartered Transport Planner) is preferred
- Adaptability to work in diverse cultural environments and willingness to travel locally within the UAE and regionally to neighboring countries
- Innovative mindset with the ability to develop creative solutions to complex transportation challenges
- Collaborative approach with strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams