urban and regional planner

Parsons

<div>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!<br>
<p></p>
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what&rsquo;s possible.<p></p><p><b><br>
Job Description:</b></p><p>
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented <b>Senior Urban Planner</b> to join our team! In this role you will get to lead the development and implementation of strategic urban plans aligned with national and regional visions, while managing mega urban development projects and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve sustainable and resilient urban growth.</p><p></p><p><b>
What You'll Be Doing:</b></p><ul><li>
Lead the development and implementation of strategic urban plans aligned with national and regional visions.</li><li>
Manage and coordinate mega urban development projects, ensuring alignment with sustainability goals and stakeholder expectations.</li><li>
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, engineers, environmental specialists, and government entities.</li><li>
Provide expert guidance on land use, zoning, infrastructure planning, and urban design.</li><li>
Conduct impact assessments and feasibility studies to support planning decisions.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with local regulations, policies, and international best practices.</li><li>
Mentor junior planners and contribute to capacity building within the planning team.</li><li>
Represent the organization in high-level meetings, workshops, and public consultations.</li></ul><p><b>
What Required Skills You'll Bring:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Bachelor&rsquo;s</b> degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, or a related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).</li><li><b>
Minimum of 13 years</b> of professional experience in urban planning, with a focus on strategic planning and mega projects.</li><li>
Strong background in sustainability, environmental planning, and resilient urban development.</li><li>
Proven leadership and project management skills.</li><li>
Familiarity with <b>Saudi urban development regulations</b> and <b>Vision 2030 initiatives.</b></li><li>
Fluency in Arabic and English is preferred.</li></ul><p><b><br>
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:</b></p><ul><li>
Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) is a plus.</li><li>
Certification in AutoCAD and GIS.</li><li>
Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.</li><li>
Certification in sustainability, such as LEED or MOSTADAM, is a plus.</li></ul><p></p>
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.<p></p><p>
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!</p><p></p><div>
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.</div></div>
<br><div><div><div>COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS</div></div><div><div><div><br>
Financial Wellness</div><div><br>
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.</div></div><div><div>
Work Life Harmony</div><div><br>
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.</div></div><div><div>
Career Development</div><div><br>
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.</div></div><div><div><br>
Veteran Support</div><div><br>
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.</div></div><div><div>
Mind &amp; Body</div><div><br>
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.</div></div><div><div>
Health</div><div><br>
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.</div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior Urban Planner

<div>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!<br>
<p></p>
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what&rsquo;s possible.<p></p><p><b><br>
Job Description:</b></p><p>
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented <b>Urban Planner</b> to join our team!</p><p></p><p><b>
What You'll Be Doing:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Performs various assignments requiring conventional planning expertise, but may include some difficult planning and coordination requirements. Gathers, compiles, and analyzes data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting land use.</p></li><li><p>
Confers with local authorities, civic leaders, social scientists, and land planning and development specialists to devise and recommend arrangements of land and physical facilities for residential, commercial, transportation, industrial, and community uses.</p></li><li><p>
Develops recommendations based on governmental measures affecting land use, public utilities, community facilities, housing, and transportation to control and guide community development and renewal.</p></li><li><p>
Prepares, coordinates, and facilitates public involvement and consensus-building meetings and workshops.</p></li><li><p>
Reviews and evaluates environmental impact reports.</p></li><li><p>
Assists in coordinating Reuse and Redevelopment Master Plans.</p></li><li><p>
May coordinate the work of technicians and/or lower-level Planners.</p></li><li><p>
Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What Required Skills You'll Bring:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelor's Degree in Urban/Environmental Planning or related field
</p></li><li><p>Typically 5+ years of related work experience.
</p></li><li><p>Good communication skills.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Working knowledge of urban/environmental planning practices and procedures. Proficiency in utilizing PC and various software packages typically used in urban/environmental planning assignments is required.</p></li></ul><p></p>
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.<p></p><p>
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!</p><p></p><div>
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.</div></div>
<br><div><div><div>COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS</div></div><div><div><div><br>
Financial Wellness</div><div><br>
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.</div></div><div><div>
Work Life Harmony</div><div><br>
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.</div></div><div><div>
Career Development</div><div><br>
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.</div></div><div><div><br>
Veteran Support</div><div><br>
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.</div></div><div><div>
Mind &amp; Body</div><div><br>
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.</div></div><div><div>
Health</div><div><br>
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.</div></div></div></div><p></p>

Urban Planner

SJ Group

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    Global consultancy with 16,500+ experts, delivering integrated design, engineering, and program management solutions across 40+ countries.
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    Lead master planning and urban design projects, ensuring creative, technical, and delivery excellence across the region.
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    Mentor and guide multidisciplinary teams, driving capability growth and elevating project outcomes.
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   About Surbana Jurong (SJ Group):
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  Surbana Jurong (SJ Group) is a global urban, infrastructure, and engineering consultancy with 16,500+ employees in 40+ countries. Our Middle East studios deliver transformative projects across landscape architecture, buildings &amp; cities, infrastructure, and environmental planning.
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  Lead the planning and urban design project delivery process, ensuring high-quality outputs, strong client engagement, and alignment with SJ standards.
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   Lead the preparation of planning and urban design deliverables and secure client approvals.
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   Guide multidisciplinary teams to produce creative, high-quality work.
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   Shape report and presentation frameworks; monitor progress and present to clients.
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   Prepare scopes for subconsultants; support evaluation, coordination, and deliverable reviews.
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   Work closely with the Project Manager to ensure smooth project progress and effective client communication.
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   Conduct training, workshops, and capacity-building sessions with client teams.
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   Assess team workload, resources, and capabilities; mentor junior staff and support skill development.
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   Support business development through proposal inputs, schedules, and resource planning.
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   Master&rsquo;s degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, or a related field.
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   Minimum 15 years of experience, including delivery of 10+ major planning or urban design projects as lead planner/designer.
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   Why Join SJ?
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  Join a global, multidisciplinary consultancy shaping sustainable, people-centric environments across 40+ countries. Work with world-class teams and lead impactful landscape design across the region.
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  All recruitment activities are managed by our Talent Acquisition team. Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.
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Principal Urban Planner / Designer

Surbana Jurong Private Limited

<div><ul><li>Global consultancy with 16,500+ experts, delivering integrated design, engineering, and program management solutions across 40+ countries.</li><li>
Lead master planning and urban design projects, ensuring creative, technical, and delivery excellence across the region.</li><li>
Mentor and guide multidisciplinary teams, driving capability growth and elevating project outcomes.</li></ul><div></div><div>
About Surbana Jurong (SJ Group):<br>
Surbana Jurong (SJ Group) is a global urban, infrastructure, and engineering consultancy with 16,500+ employees in 40+ countries. Our Middle East studios deliver transformative projects across landscape architecture, buildings &amp; cities, infrastructure, and environmental planning.</div><div></div><div>
About the Role:<br>
Lead the planning and urban design project delivery process, ensuring high-quality outputs, strong client engagement, and alignment with SJ standards.</div><div></div><div>
Key Responsibilities:</div><ul><li>
Lead the preparation of planning and urban design deliverables and secure client approvals.</li><li>
Guide multidisciplinary teams to produce creative, high-quality work.</li><li>
Shape report and presentation frameworks; monitor progress and present to clients.</li><li>
Prepare scopes for subconsultants; support evaluation, coordination, and deliverable reviews.</li><li>
Work closely with the Project Manager to ensure smooth project progress and effective client communication.</li><li>
Conduct training, workshops, and capacity-building sessions with client teams.</li><li>
Assess team workload, resources, and capabilities; mentor junior staff and support skill development.</li><li>
Support business development through proposal inputs, schedules, and resource planning.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Qualifications &amp; Experience:</div><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, or a related field.</li><li>
Minimum 15 years of experience, including delivery of 10+ major planning or urban design projects as lead planner/designer.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Why Join SJ?<br>
Join a global, multidisciplinary consultancy shaping sustainable, people-centric environments across 40+ countries. Work with world-class teams and lead impactful landscape design across the region.</div><div></div><div>
All recruitment activities are managed by our Talent Acquisition team. Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.</div><div></div><div>
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.</div><div></div><div>
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!</div></div>

SIDEL

<div><p>To support the scheduling and dispatching of Field Service Engineers (FSEs) across the regions. The Regional Planner ensures timely planning of customer interventions, efficient resource allocation between Service and New Equipment activities, and accurate data management in coordination with the Regional Planner Manager and FSE Managers.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Your Mission</b></h3>
<p></p><ul><li>Execute planning and scheduling activities for FSEs across regions.</li><li>
Coordinate with FSE Managers to align resource skills with intervention needs.</li><li>
Maintain accurate planning data in scheduling and reporting tools.</li><li>
Support workload forecasting and identify potential resource gaps.</li><li>
Assist in reallocating resources during workload peaks or emergencies.</li><li>
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to resolve planning conflicts or urgent requests.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with safety, travel, and labor regulations in all planning activities.</li><li>
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in planning processes.</li><li>
Provide regular updates and reports to the Regional Planner Manager.</li></ul>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Your Profile</b></h3>
<p></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, Engineering, Logistics, or related field.</li><li>
Minimum 3 years&rsquo; experience in planning, scheduling, or field coordination within a technical or engineering environment.</li><li>
Familiarity with resource management and project planning tools.</li><li>
Experience working in multi-regional or international environments is a plus.</li><li>
Fluency in English; Arabic or French is a plus.</li><li>
Experience in managing multi-regional teams and complex workload environments.</li><li>
Fluency in English; Arabic or French is a plus.</li></ul>
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<h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Country</b></h6>
<h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>United Arab Emirates</b></h6>
<h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Location</b></h6>
<h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Dubai</b></h6></div>

Regional Planner

<div><p>As a Senior Urban Planner within the Development, Planning and Urban Design team, you will play a key role in the delivery of strategic spatial planning projects, contributing to technical development and high-quality output production. You will support project leadership by managing defined workstreams, developing technical outputs, presentation and report materials.</p></div>
<br><div><div><ul><li>Support the technical preparation of planning inputs for large-scale strategic spatial plans, strategies, planning policies, frameworks, technical reports, land use analysis, and regulatory submissions, ensuring alignment with client objectives, regulatory frameworks, and international best practices.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Support the spatial planning lead in cross disciplinary coordination to ensure comprehensive and cohesive project outcomes.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Assist in consultations and workshops with clients, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Conduct research, data collection, and spatial analysis using a range of techniques and software to inform baseline analysis, optioneering and spatial planning outcomes in projects.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Prepare high-quality written and graphic materials for reports, presentations, and client submissions.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Be self-responsible for, and contribute to wider technical excellence and quality deliverables.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Engage in continuous learning and contribute to knowledge-sharing within the team.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Assist in preparing proposals and technical submissions for new projects.</li></ul></div></div>
<br><div><div><ul><li>Degree or post graduate qualification in urban planning, or related field and preferably with a professional affiliation (or eligible for membership)
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Candidates will have minimum 6 years post qualification experience
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Demonstrable project experience in working on and delivering strategic spatial planning projects
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Experience in working within a multidisciplinary team &ndash; including external subconsultants &ndash; is essential.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Will be required to travel within the Middle East region to projects in a variety of geographical locations, including Saudi Arabia.<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
 </b></p><p>Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
 </p><p><b>With us, you can. Apply today.<br>
</b></p><p></p><p><b>#LI-Onsite</b></p></div></div>

<div><div><p>As a Principal Urban Planner within the Development, Planning &amp; Urban Design team, you will lead the planning function for strategic spatial planning projects, ensuring coordination between disciplines and successful delivery of high-quality outcomes. The role requires strong leadership of multidisciplinary teams, strategic project oversight, client engagement, and hands-on technical excellence.</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><ul><li>Lead the technical preparation of planning inputs for large-scale strategic spatial plans, strategies, planning policies, frameworks, technical reports, land use analysis, and regulatory submissions, ensuring alignment with client objectives, regulatory frameworks, and international best practices.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Oversee scope, schedule, budget, and risk management for planning components, ensuring robust controls and successful project outcomes.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Guide multidisciplinary teams across planning, design, environment, infrastructure, and sustainability disciplines, fostering collaboration and integrated solutions
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Lead consultations with government agencies, developers, and community stakeholders, building consensus and securing approvals for complex planning proposals.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Drive high-quality graphic, written, and technical presentation outputs that communicate planning vision, evidence-based reasoning, and compelling recommendations to clients, executive audiences, and government stakeholders.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Implement rigorous QA/QC processes for planning deliverables, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and integration across all technical inputs.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Line-manage and mentor junior planners, promoting professional growth, knowledge sharing, and a collaborative team culture.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Champion a collaborative, multicultural team culture, supporting professional development, knowledge sharing, and structured team delivery.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Lead the preparation of bids, proposals, and technical submissions for major strategic planning, urban design, and multi-disciplinary projects, contributing to work-winning and business development strategies.</li></ul></div></div>
<br><div><div><div><ul><li>Degree or post graduate qualification in urban planning, or related field and preferably with a professional affiliation (or eligible for membership)
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Candidates will have minimum 12 years post qualification experience
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Demonstrable project experience in working on and delivering strategic spatial planning projects
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Experience in working within a multidisciplinary team &ndash; including external subconsultants &ndash; is essential.
</li></ul></div><div>Will be required to travel within the Middle East region to projects in a variety of geographical locations, including Saudi Arabia.<br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul></div><p></p><p><b>Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
 </b></p><p>Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
 </p><p><b>With us, you can. Apply today.
</b></p><p>#LI-Onsite</p></div></div>

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