Lead Urban Planning Specialist

4 weeks ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates AECOM Full time
Role Overview

As a Lead Urban Planning Specialist, you will be at the forefront of managing and executing intricate, multi-disciplinary projects that require exceptional project management expertise. Collaborating closely with senior leadership, you will ensure that all project deliverables meet the highest standards of quality and innovation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Project Management: Oversee and deliver complex projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and contractual obligations.
  • Proposal Leadership: Drive the development of high-quality proposals, showcasing innovative presentation techniques.
  • Client Engagement: Independently manage client relationships, leading meetings to articulate project progress and defend methodologies.
  • Technical Expertise: Serve as a technical authority across various master planning projects, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of relevant planning workstreams.
  • Spatial and Regional Planning: Provide specialized knowledge in spatial and regional planning, including governance and implementation strategies.
  • Multi-Disciplinary Coordination: Effectively coordinate and manage diverse teams to achieve optimal project outcomes.
  • Mentorship: Offer guidance and mentorship to junior staff, fostering professional growth within the urban and environmental planning sectors.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance planning and environmental analysis processes, promoting critical thinking within the team.
  • Communication Skills: Exhibit exceptional written and verbal communication abilities in both English and Arabic, capable of producing comprehensive reports and presentations.
  • Specialty Leadership: Lead initiatives in specialized areas of urban planning, such as wellness planning and placemaking.
  • Governance Knowledge: Possess a strong understanding of planning and environmental governance, providing informed recommendations to clients.
  • Guideline Development: Structure and manage tailored planning guidelines that meet client specifications.
  • Report Structuring: Clearly communicate the distinctions between planning stages and drive the outcomes of report structures and content.

This role is essential for advancing AECOM's commitment to innovative urban planning solutions, ensuring that we meet the evolving needs of our clients and communities.



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