
Transport Planner
- أبو ظبي
- دائم
- دوام كامل
- This role requires contributing to a variety of transport planning studies including large scale transport master plan assessments, traffic impact studies or multi-disciplinary planning projects in the public and private sectors.
- Understanding of transport planning, traffic engineering and travel demand theory.
- Project experience in the Middle East and familiarity with local transport planning standards and practices.
- Practical understanding of the role and importance of transport planning in development access and citywide mobility plans.
- Experience in undertaking junction analysis to support the traffic impact assessments.
- Contribute to preparation of reports including existing conditions analyses, trip generation, junction analysis and parking assessments.
- Must be able to communicate in English effectively, both written and spoken.
- Must be able to learn and retain new skills quickly from a variety of sources.
- Must be able to work with limited supervision.
- Some experience project/financial management.
- Competence to assist in growing the Atkins Transport Planning Business as well as to sell Atkins services generally.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent is a must.
- Master’s degree in transport planning or equivalent field is desirable.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in traffic engineering and transport planning.
- Knowledge of Middle East and International Transport Planning standards and procedures.
- Has worked within a team.
- Experience in traffic engineering and transport planning projects across UAE.
- Competence with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
- Understanding of various authority guidelines and manuals in UAE.
- Experience with traffic engineering software (SYNCHRO / SIDRA / HCS).
- Understanding of transport modelling software (STEAM + / PTV VISUM / PYV VISSIM).
- Can work in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Strong communication and personal skills.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, such as high competency in listening and communicating.
- A positive attitude that focuses on always improving teamwork and co-operation.
- Good communication skills, oral and written, including presentation competency.
- Ability to work without excessive supervision.
- Ability for self-checking & correction of work.
- A team player.
- Tax-free salary.
- Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
- Premium medical insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
- Generous annual leave balance.
- Remote work opportunities outside of country.
- Flexible/hybrid work solutions.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Relocation assistance.
- Transportation & housing allowances: Available for remote work locations.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.
- Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
- Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
- Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.