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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 unique end-to-end services across the whole 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 and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital. News and information are available on LinkedIn.

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

• This role requires leading and 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. This would involve the following responsibilities:
• Technical delivery and management of small, medium and large-scale transport assignments with minimal supervision;
• Working closely with Project Managers and other AtkinsRéalis departmental staff to ensure timely completion of the necessary analysis, reports and plans as assigned;
• Preparing high-quality written reports and technical analyses with the ability to present outcomes to concerned parties;
• Advising the client and stakeholders on transportation matters;
• Representing the Transportation Team whilst interacting internal client, as well as external stakeholders / statutory authorities;
• Ensuring deliverables adhere to prevailing QA/QS and document management protocols; and
• Application of technical competencies, as well as sharing these with junior staff.
  
  

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Planning or equivalent.
• MSc and / or chartered status
  
  

• Must have a minimum of degree in planning or transportation and 10+ years related professional work experience after university graduation.
• Candidates based in KSA will be preferred.
• Arabic language proficiency is advantageous.
• Working experience of industry standard transportation modelling software such as VISUM/VISSIM & SATURN.
• Hands on experience in junction/capacity analysis software such as SIDRA & SYNCHRO or similar.
• Experience in delivering transportation projects within a multi-disciplinary technical environment;
• Competency in a range of transportation planning skills including development planning principles, access control, functional planning, public transport issues, temporary traffic management, pedestrian and non-motorised transportation issues, and transport demand theory;
• Previous Middle East or Gulf experience ( minimum 5 years), and familiarity with local trends and transport planning practices and standards including securing approvals from statutory authorities;
• Experience with transport assessment, preliminary highway design and a good appreciation of transport appraisal and modelling techniques;
• Practical understanding of the role and importance of transport planning in development access, citywide mobility and assisting people’s needs;
• Project experience in the Middle East and familiarity with local trends and transport planning practices and standards (KSA and UAE).
• Experience in providing the appropriate junction analysis to assist traffic impact assessments;
• Excellent communication in written and spoken English;
• Experienced in project/financial management;
• Experience in giving technical presentations to diverse and non-technical audiences;
• Advanced skills and competence with Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word and PowerPoint;
• Familiarity with electronic document management and quality assurance systems;
• Must be willing to travel internationally.
  
  

• Highly developed interpersonal skills, such as high competency in listening and communicating
• A positive attitude that always focuses on improving team work 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.
  
  

• A competitive salary
• Comprehensive allowance
• Transportation allowance
• Medical and life insurance cover
• Company gratuity scheme
• Annual flight allowance to point of origin
  
  

• 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;
• Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimization and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement;
• Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees’ ability.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing

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Join to apply for the Principal Transport Planner role at AtkinsRéalis

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Principal Transport Planner role at AtkinsRéalis

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 unique end-to-end services across the whole 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 and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital. News and information are available on LinkedIn.

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

• This role requires leading and 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. This would involve the following responsibilities:
• Technical delivery and management of small, medium and large-scale transport assignments with minimal supervision;
• Working closely with Project Managers and other AtkinsRéalis departmental staff to ensure timely completion of the necessary analysis, reports and plans as assigned;
• Preparing high-quality written reports and technical analyses with the ability to present outcomes to concerned parties;
• Advising the client and stakeholders on transportation matters;
• Representing the Transportation Team whilst interacting internal client, as well as external stakeholders / statutory authorities;
• Ensuring deliverables adhere to prevailing QA/QS and document management protocols; and
• Application of technical competencies, as well as sharing these with junior staff.
  
  

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Planning or equivalent.
• MSc and / or chartered status
  
  

• Must have a minimum of degree in planning or transportation and 10+ years related professional work experience after university graduation.
• Candidates based in KSA will be preferred.
• Arabic language proficiency is advantageous.
• Working experience of industry standard transportation modelling software such as VISUM/VISSIM & SATURN.
• Hands on experience in junction/capacity analysis software such as SIDRA & SYNCHRO or similar.
• Experience in delivering transportation projects within a multi-disciplinary technical environment;
• Competency in a range of transportation planning skills including development planning principles, access control, functional planning, public transport issues, temporary traffic management, pedestrian and non-motorised transportation issues, and transport demand theory;
• Previous Middle East or Gulf experience ( minimum 5 years), and familiarity with local trends and transport planning practices and standards including securing approvals from statutory authorities;
• Experience with transport assessment, preliminary highway design and a good appreciation of transport appraisal and modelling techniques;
• Practical understanding of the role and importance of transport planning in development access, citywide mobility and assisting people's needs;
• Project experience in the Middle East and familiarity with local trends and transport planning practices and standards (KSA and UAE).
• Experience in providing the appropriate junction analysis to assist traffic impact assessments;
• Excellent communication in written and spoken English;
• Experienced in project/financial management;
• Experience in giving technical presentations to diverse and non-technical audiences;
• Advanced skills and competence with Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word and PowerPoint;
• Familiarity with electronic document management and quality assurance systems;
• Must be willing to travel internationally.
  
  

• Highly developed interpersonal skills, such as high competency in listening and communicating
• A positive attitude that always focuses on improving team work 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.
  
  

• A competitive salary
• Comprehensive allowance
• Transportation allowance
• Medical and life insurance cover
• Company gratuity scheme
• Annual flight allowance to point of origin
  
  

• 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;
• Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimization and bullying regardless of an individual's gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement;
• Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees' ability.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing

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Join to apply for the Project Manager - Transport Modeling role at Jacobs

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At Jacobs, we push the limits of what’s possible to make the world smarter, more connected and more sustainable. In our transport work, that means designing innovative solutions to move people and goods safely and efficiently across the globe. When it comes to connecting the people and places of tomorrow, the future of transport depends on us.

Help ‘deliver the amazing’ and be part of Jacobs Transportation team, that is responsible for maintaining and updating the long-range transport plans and the strategic transport visions for Riyadh.

Whether your journey includes keeping pace with capacity building and accelerating technology innovations, ensuring safety and security or maintaining transport networks, we’re on board to serve all aspects of high‐speed and conventional passenger rail, freight and logistics, mass/public transit and innovative bus solutions. We’re a globally recognized leader in the safe and efficient delivery of transport solutions - from planning, design and development to construction delivery and management.

Due to a forecasted increase in a portfolio of projects, we are seeking Project Manager - Transport Planning/Modeling, to be an integral part of the transport planning growth strategy in Riyadh. We strive for individuals who are able to make a difference to the way we do things, who can provide inspirational leadership and drive business development and operational excellence. As Project Manager -Transport Planning, you will be in a position to develop and grow the transport Planning business in Riyadh.

You will be a manage projects and perform technical work that involves conventional transportation planning and/or traffic engineering practices, and a variety of complex issues such as transportation safety, multimodal planning, and innovative technologies.

Primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Oversee and manage a comprehensive transport master plan for a city or region.
* Manage large transportation planning studies including multimodal corridor planning studies, Planning and Environmental Linkages Studies, and Transportation Master Plans.
* Manage projects that include traffic simulation and capacity analysis as a primary task.
* Coordinate and participate in contract negotiations with clients and subconsultants.
* Conduct quality control reviews.
* As a project manager, monitor scopes, schedules, and budgets, and review and approve invoicing.
* Maintain frequent contact with clients and regulatory agency personnel to determine their respective needs and requirements.
* Supervise other project managers, technical professionals and other design staff.
* Mentor junior staff through projects and career development.
Qualifications & Skills:

As a successful candidate you will be degree qualified in engineering or planning.
* At least 15 years' experience, of which must have 5 years or more experience in project management.
* As a successful candidate you will be degree qualified in engineering or planning.
* Managed at least two Transport Master Plan studies
* Experience in VISUM and EMME.
* Transportation planning and/or traffic engineering background required.
* Experience with traffic simulation and travel demand forecasting software programs
* Demonstrated ability to monitor scopes, schedules, and budgets, manage subconsultants, and review and approve invoicing interest as a project manager.
* Understanding of transit, bicycle, and pedestrian planning and design principals
* Proven ability to develop high quality work products.
* Solid business development skills: demonstrated ability to relate well to clients, demonstrated presentation skills, and ability to write proposals,
* Private sector experience is desired. Positive attitude and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
* You will be experienced in client facing with good communication, marketing, sales and leadership skills.

A key attribute you will possess will be the ability to foster inclusive behaviors as well as creating the right working environment for employees. You will continue building on our global culture of caring creating a workplace where we value the safety, positive mental health, inclusion and belonging of all our employees.
Bring your program delivery skills, leadership talent, and client relationship expertise, and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Jacobs. A world where you can.

From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions - we are committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we have gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You will uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities to do good too - from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you will discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals - all at a single global company.

Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries Business Consulting and Services

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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we push the limits of what’s possible to make the world smarter, more connected and more sustainable. In our transport work, that means designing innovative solutions to move people and goods safely and efficiently across the globe. When it comes to connecting the people and places of tomorrow, the future of transport depends on us.

Help ‘deliver the amazing’ and be part of Jacobs Transportation team, that is responsible for maintaining and updating the long-range transport plans and the strategic transport visions for Riyadh.

Whether your journey includes keeping pace with capacity building and accelerating technology innovations, ensuring safety and security or maintaining transport networks, we’re on board to serve all aspects of high‐speed and conventional passenger rail, freight and logistics, mass/public transit and innovative bus solutions. We’re a globally recognized leader in the safe and efficient delivery of transport solutions – from planning, design and development to construction delivery and management.

Due to a forecasted increase in a portfolio of projects, we are seeking Project Manager – Transport Planning/Modeling, to be an integral part of the transport planning growth strategy in Riyadh. We strive for individuals who are able to make a difference to the way we do things, who can provide inspirational leadership and drive business development and operational excellence. As Project Manager –Transport Planning, you will be in a position to develop and grow the transport Planning business in Riyadh.

You will be a manage projects and perform technical work that involves conventional transportation planning and/or traffic engineering practices, and a variety of complex issues such as transportation safety, multimodal planning, and innovative technologies.

Primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following

• Oversee and manage a comprehensive transport master plan for a city or region.
• Manage large transportation planning studies including multimodal corridor planning studies, Planning and Environmental Linkages Studies, and Transportation Master Plans.
• Manage projects that include traffic simulation and capacity analysis as a primary task.
• Coordinate and participate in contract negotiations with clients and subconsultants.
• Conduct quality control reviews.
• As a project manager, monitor scopes, schedules, and budgets, and review and approve invoicing.
• Maintain frequent contact with clients and regulatory agency personnel to determine their respective needs and requirements.
• Supervise other project managers, technical professionals and other design staff.
• Mentor junior staff through projects and career development.
  
  
  

• At least 15 years' experience, of which must have 5 years or more experience in project management.
• As a successful candidate you will be degree qualified in engineering or planning.
• Managed at least two Transport Master Plan studies
• Experience in VISUM and EMME
• Transportation planning and/or traffic engineering background required.
• Experience with traffic simulation and travel demand forecasting software programs
• Demonstrated ability to monitor scopes, schedules, and budgets, manage subconsultants, and review and approve invoicing interest as a project manager.
• Understanding of transit, bicycle, and pedestrian planning and design principals
• Proven ability to develop high quality work products.
• Solid business development skills demonstrated ability to relate well to clients, demonstrated presentation skills, and ability to write proposals,
• Private sector experience is desired. Positive attitude and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• You will be experienced in client facing with good communication, marketing, sales and leadership skills.
  
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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Project Nature

A digital platform that connects shipping companies (or individuals) with heavy and medium land transportation drivers.

It includes order brokerage, operations management, shipment tracking, and real-time pricing.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the full launch and daily operations of the digital platform.

Build core processes (registration, orders, driver acceptance, shipment tracking, invoicing).

Coordinate with tech teams to ensure platform alignment with daily operational requirements.

Develop a driver database with shipment and vehicle classifications.

Monitor daily operational performance and improve driver-client matching efficiency.

Develop operational policies (insurance, collection, safety, support, evaluation).

Engage with logistics partners and governmental entities when needed.

Prepare regular performance reports covering order completion rate, response time, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.

Experience : Hands-on operational experience in brokerage, delivery, or transportation projects.

Preference for candidates familiar with the Saudi or GCC land transportation market.

Skills

Ability to handle fieldwork and executive tasks simultaneously.

Strong decision-making and on-ground data analysis skills.

Leadership skills in building and managing organized teams for drivers, customers, and operations.

Proficiency in tools such as Excel, Notion, Trello, Google Workspace.

Job Requirements

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in managing operational or digital service projects.

Solid understanding of the land transportation sector (direct or indirect experience is a plus).

Ability to manage multiple teams (Operations, Support, Tech, Driver Relations, Customer Relations).

Capability to build and document processes from scratch.

Strong communication skills with all parties involved : drivers, clients, and partners.

Good knowledge of project management tools and shipment tracking technologies.

Experience in fast-growing environments or startups.

Qiddiya is Saudi Arabia’s future capital of entertainment, sports, and culture — a 360 km² mega-project just outside Riyadh. From F1-grade racetracks and theme parks to stadiums and performance venues, we’re creating a destination like no other. This is more than a project, it’s a national transformation. As construction accelerates, we’re hiring ambitious talent to help shape it. If you’re driven by scale, impact, and the chance to build something iconic from the ground up, Qiddiya is calling for you.

General Summary:

The Director of Transport Strategy leads strategic planning, analysis and implementation of various initiatives for the Transport Division, ensuring the long-term direction of the transport portfolio aligns with QIC’s investment priorities, policy objectives, and commercial outcomes.

This role is responsible for shaping strategic direction across major transport projects and initiatives, providing strategic insights and thinking across a wide array of topics including project feasibility, international comparative benchmarking, operational costs modelling etc. to support informed decision-making. Working closely with the Senior Director of Transport, this role also partners with the QIC Corporate Strategy team to ensure coherence with broader organizational goals.

The ideal candidate brings deep transport sector knowledge, a strong management consulting background, and demonstrated expertise in leading strategic initiatives. They will also be confident delivering strategic pieces of work themselves, as well as managing external advisors and driving high-value outcomes within a matrixed environment.

This role is a people leader role with high expectations of the nurturing of junior talent and the creation of a safe and enjoyable space for them to work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and refinement of the strategic roadmap for the Transport Division, including portfolio priorities, project sequencing, and long-term transport planning.
• Manage a team of six strategy professionals, providing leadership, coaching, and direction to deliver high-quality analysis, recommendations, and documentation.
• Develop high-quality business cases for transport initiatives, including cost-benefit analyses, economic impact assessments, operational sustainable cost modelling and alignment with investment frameworks.
• Build and maintain complex operational and capital cost models to support project viability, investment planning, and scenario analysis.
• Prepare strategic updates, briefing materials, and presentations for the Senior Director and Chief of Transport and key governance forums.
• Oversee the engagement and direction of external strategy and technical consultants, ensuring outputs are aligned with internal strategy and provide value-for-money.
• Serve as the primary point of strategic interface between the Transport Division and QIC’s Corporate Strategy team, aligning divisional strategy with enterprise-level goals.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and policy developments to inform strategic positioning and risk assessment.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking
• Leadership
• Stakeholder Influence
• Collaboration
• Accountability

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Transport Planning, Engineering, Business, Economics, or related field.

Master’s degree (e.g., MBA, Master of Transport, or Urban Planning) strongly preferred.

Professional credentials in strategy, economics, or transport policy highly regarded.

Strong understanding of transport infrastructure, public transport systems, and regulatory and funding models.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex ideas to executive stakeholders.

Experience:

Proven track record in developing strategic business cases and cost models for transport infrastructure programs.

Demonstrated experience leading high-performing teams and managing external consultants.

Strong familiarity with Middle East transport markets, government frameworks, and investment structures preferred.

Years of Experience:

Minimum 12+ years of experience in transport strategy, including a minimum of 5 years in a top-tier management consulting environment.

At least 8 years of experience working in or advising transport agencies, infrastructure developers, or related government entities.

Project Nature

A digital platform that connects shipping companies (or individuals) with heavy and medium land transportation drivers.

It includes order brokerage, operations management, shipment tracking, and real-time pricing.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the full launch and daily operations of the digital platform.

Build core processes (registration, orders, driver acceptance, shipment tracking, invoicing).

Coordinate with tech teams to ensure platform alignment with daily operational requirements.

Develop a driver database with shipment and vehicle classifications.

Monitor daily operational performance and improve driver-client matching efficiency.

Develop operational policies (insurance, collection, safety, support, evaluation).

Engage with logistics partners and governmental entities when needed.

Prepare regular performance reports covering order completion rate, response time, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.

Experience : Hands-on operational experience in brokerage, delivery, or transportation projects.

Preference for candidates familiar with the Saudi or GCC land transportation market.

Skills

Ability to handle fieldwork and executive tasks simultaneously.

Strong decision-making and on-ground data analysis skills.

Leadership skills in building and managing organized teams for drivers, customers, and operations.

Proficiency in tools such as Excel, Notion, Trello, Google Workspace.

Job Requirements

Minimum of 3 years' experience in managing operational or digital service projects.

Solid understanding of the land transportation sector (direct or indirect experience is a plus).

Ability to manage multiple teams (Operations, Support, Tech, Driver Relations, Customer Relations).

Capability to build and document processes from scratch.

Strong communication skills with all parties involved : drivers, clients, and partners.

Good knowledge of project management tools and shipment tracking technologies.

Experience in fast-growing environments or startups.