Overview
AtkinsRéalis are currently looking for a qualified Principal Transport Planner to join our Transport Advisory Planning Practice in the Middle East based in Riyadh, KSA .
About AtkinsRéalis
Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading professional services and project management company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver end-to-end services across the life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth of our capabilities is delivered to clients in key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital.
The candidate will be a degree-qualified professional with 10+ years of traffic engineering, transport planning and traffic modelling experience. Experience in leading and delivering transportation projects within a multi-disciplinary technical environment together with knowledge of Middle East and / or International Transport Planning standards and practices is essential.
Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute 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. This includes the following responsibilities :
- Technical delivery and management of small, medium and large-scale transport assignments with minimal supervision
- Work closely with Project Managers and other AtkinsRéalis departmental staff to ensure timely completion of analyses, reports and plans
- Prepare high-quality written reports and technical analyses and present outcomes to concerned parties
- Advise the client and stakeholders on transportation matters
- Represent the Transportation Team while interacting with internal clients and external stakeholders / statutory authorities
- Ensure deliverables adhere to QA / QS and document management protocols
- Apply technical competencies and share these with junior staff
Qualifications
Degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Planning or equivalentMSc and / or chartered statusEssential Requirements
Minimum of a degree in planning or transportation and 10+ years related professional work experience after university graduationCandidates based in KSA will be preferredArabic language proficiency is advantageousWorking experience with transportation modelling software such as VISUM / VISSIM & SATURNHands-on experience with junction / capacity analysis software such as SIDRA & SYNCHRO or similarExperience delivering transportation projects within a multi-disciplinary technical environmentCompetency in development planning principles, access control, functional planning, public transport issues, temporary traffic management, pedestrian and non-motorised transportation, and transport demand theoryExperience in the Middle East or Gulf (minimum 5 years) and familiarity with local trends and transport planning practices and standards including securing approvals from statutory authoritiesExperience with transport assessment, preliminary highway design and a good appreciation of transport appraisal and modelling techniquesPractical understanding of transport planning in development access, citywide mobility and people's needsProject experience in the Middle East, familiarity with local trends and transport planning practices and standards (KSA and UAE)Experience in providing appropriate junction analysis to assist traffic impact assessmentsExcellent communication in written and spoken EnglishExperience in project / financial managementExperience in giving technical presentations to diverse and non-technical audiencesAdvanced skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Familiarity with electronic document management and quality assurance systemsWillingness to travel internationallyBehavioral Competencies
Highly developed interpersonal skills, including active listening and clear communicationPositive attitude focused on improving teamwork and cooperationGood written and spoken communication, including presentation skillsAbility to work with limited supervisionAbility for self-checking and correction of workA team playerRewards & Benefits
We offer an excellent package which includes :
A competitive salaryComprehensive allowanceTransportation allowanceMedical and life insurance coverCompany gratuity schemeAnnual flight allowance to point of originEquality and Diversity
AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination. Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to treating all employees and job applications equally.
We pursue this commitment by :
Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implementedComplying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practiceEnsuring that all employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respectEnsuring that the workplace is free from discrimination, harassment, victimization and bullyingMaking recruitment, selection and promotion decisions based on the employees' abilities#J-18808-Ljbffr