Senior Transport Planner
- Dubai
AtkinsRéalis is looking for Senior Transport Planner, in UAE.
About AtkinsRéalis
Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear 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 strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Key Requirements
The Transport Modeller will have a qualified professional degree with a minimum of 10 years experience ideally also hold a Master’s qualification in the related field. With a strong working knowledge of Transport Modelling and Traffic Engineering Software with experience in use of strategic transport models built in software platforms such as PTV Vision (VISUM), Citilabs (Cube Voyager), EMME etc. Experience in development of Activity Based Transport Models will be an asset.
Qualifications
- Degree qualified
- Ideally MSc and or chartered status
This role requires managing variety of transport planning & modelling studies – large scale strategic transport plans & traffic management plan assessments for multi-disciplinary planning projects. Working closely with the Regional Transport Planning Team Members to ensure timely completion of the necessary analysis, reports and plans as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Completion of assigned tasks
- Adherence to Atkins Quality Manual and Procedures
- Coordination with other design disciplines
- Plan and organise own work and work of others
- Qualifications - External
- Technical Competencies
Essential
- Must have a minimum of degree in planning or transportation and over ten years related professional work experience, post university graduation
- Understanding of the state-of-the art transport model development, modelling principles and best practices, transportation planning, development/access planning public transport issues, transit-oriented development, transport demand theory, parking policies, planning regulations, and other urban planning policies and approaches.
- Capable of presentation of transport modelling and planning projects (through all phases) and interpretation of studies to a skilled audience
- Practical understanding of the role and importance of transport modelling and planning in development access, citywide mobility and assisting people’s needs.
- Good client interface skills is essential
- Experience in providing the appropriate junction analysis to assist traffic impact assessments
- Contribute to preparation of transport model User manuals, technical notes and reports.
- Contribute to preparation of transport planning reports including existing conditions analyses, trip generation, junction analysis, parking assessment for projects undertaken by the department
- Project management experience in the Middle East and familiarity with local trends and transport modelling and planning practices and standards
- Competence with programming software such as VB, Python etc.
- 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
- Experience project management
- Must be familiar with working to Quality Assured Systems
Desirable
- Capable of communicating in Arabic effectively, both written and spoken
- Contribute to the concept and final design and development of land use plans for projects ranging from relatively small plot plans to large masterplans
- Working knowledge of using other modelling /microsimulation software such as VISUM, VISSIM, SIDRA,SYNCHRO, HCM
- Competency with EXCEL and GIS software
Behavioral Competencies
Essential
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, such as high competency in listening and communicating.
- A positive attitude that focuses on improving team work and co-operation at all times.
- Sound communication skills, oral and written, including presentation competency.
- Able to manage and motivate subordinates appropriately
- Ability to work without excessive supervision
- Ability for self checking & correction of work.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis
Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.
Thrive with us. When you join us, your wellbeing, health and safety become our top priority.
Engineering the future with digital. From design and engineering to project management, digital is fundamental to our way of working.
Champion lasting change. We build sustainability into everything we do.
Rewards and Benefits
We offer an excellent package which includes:
- A competitive salary
- 22 days annual leave
- Medical and life insurance cover.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus scheme.
- Annual flight allowance to point of origin.
- Employee Wellbeing Programme – 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants
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 a policy of treating all our 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 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.
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