Project Manager - Transport Modeling

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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.
  
  

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Here's what you'll need

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

• Seniority level Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

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

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