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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
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Job Description
The Principal Transport Planner delivers discipline involvement in projects and ensures effective delivery input of others. The Senior Transport Planner leads and guides team members in transport planning requirements, including Traffic Impact Studies, freight and logistics, ITS, smart cities, road safety and transport modelling. Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete the assignments.
Technical Excellence:
- Coordinate small - mid-size project teams of discipline-led Planners.
- Effectively leads and contributes to transport planning and traffic engineering project tasks for various transport studies.
- Prepares project deliverables that are reviewed by senior team members.
- Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment as an experienced Planner.
- Provides specialized technical input into studies and design work for the expertise and identifies discrepancies in results.
- Follows existing or develops design procedures to facilitate high-quality, cost-effective work by self and others.
- Participates in and creates an interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.
- Prepares technical specifications. Performs work under the agreed-upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
- Technically coordinates with authorities for approvals.
- Solves problems encountered using knowledge, innovation and modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous works.
- Contributes to the area of expertise, providing proposed improvements to existing processes and delivers solutions where precedent may not exist.
- Performs technical quality reviews of design calculations, drawings, including documentation and report writing in project record by adhering to quality, occupational health and safety and corporate standards.
- Maintains and develops the highest level of technical skills and abilities.
- Build and maintain client relationships. Attends client meetings as technical support to gather information and discuss project requirements, explain/ defend work, etc.
- Participates in the development and preparation of bids and proposals.
- Present solutions to clients in a professional and technically competent manner.
Years of Relevant Experience
8+ years of experience.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree Level Qualification or higher in a related field (mandatory), master’s degree (preferred). Transport Planning Professional (TPP) qualification preferred.
- Chartership/certification/license from a recognized professional body (e.g. P.E., P.Eng., C.Eng., CIHT, CILT) strongly preferred.
- Relevant registration required in Qatar, Bahrain and UAE.
Additional Information
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.