Senior Consultant - Urban Advisory at Aecom USA

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Urban design, Master planning, Design development, Design review, Project coordination, Report writing, Market research, Urban systems, Technical documentation, Bid preparation, Geospatial tools, Computational design, Sketching, Drawing, Team leadership, Client relationship management

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. 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. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description AECOM are looking for a Senior Consultant to join their team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will be experienced in design development, design review, supervision of other professionals, coordination, design documentation and report writing. The Senior Consultant guides junior professionals and independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete design works, contributing to strategy and innovation discussions regarding delivery methodologies, including solutions for complex, challenging customer/market needs. Contributes to developing project outcomes and coordinating the team to effectively manage the resourcing and delivery of our deliverables as agreed with the Director and clients. Technical Excellence: Identify relevant market research objectives and topics in line with project briefs and internal thought leadership. Review and derive necessary information for projects before use and discussions with clients. Read, qualify, quantify, and graphically represent urban design standards applicable to projects and apply the same to design tasks. Determine the correct source of planning and urban design regulatory guidelines per region or authority and present key findings to senior urban designers and peers. Fully develops the design content by applying design and technical knowledge to ensure the production of high-quality outputs by following project timelines. Team Contribution Structure teams for urban design projects with a clear understanding of project roles and responsibilities. Communicate with peers and ensure knowledge sharing occurs across the various studios and teams around lessons learnt. Orient, integrate, guide and mentor new urban design recruits and provide them with access to the relevant sample material and projects. Be an advocate of quality procedures applicable to the urban design technical practice group and continuously apply thorough self-checks and reviews of deliverables before they are shared. Client Relationship Management: Begins to build and maintain client relationships. Attend client meetings as technical support to gather information, discuss project requirements, explain/ defend work, etc. Participates in the development and preparation of bids and proposals—the ability to present solutions to clients professionally and technically competently. Understand bid requirements and can support putting together bids' technical approach and methodologies while supporting delivery structure, coordinating input, and implementing commercial aspects of bids. Qualifications Post Graduate Degree in Master planning/ Urban Design A minimum of 6 years of Post Graduate Experience Working Experience outside the Middle East A strong understanding of Urban Systems and dependencies with allied disciplines. Experience of delivering multi-disciplinary projects would be beneficial. Creative and adept at translating complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals and reports Showcase instances of leading key projects/ tasks and managing small teams Proficiency in Design and Geospatial Tools Computational Design capabilities are desirable Sketching and Drawing skills are desirable 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 2025. 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. State/Province: Dubai Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED DUBAI BRANCH Business Line: U&P Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AE - Dubai, UAE - UBora Tower

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Responsibilities

The Senior Consultant will lead urban design projects, manage team resources, and ensure high-quality technical deliverables. They are responsible for building client relationships, preparing bids, and mentoring junior staff while contributing to strategy and innovation.