SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER (MASTER PLANNING AND URBAN DESIGN)

at  Atkins

Dubai, دبي, United Arab Emirates -

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Immediate20 Aug, 2024Not Specified20 May, 202413 year(s) or aboveUrban Planning,Sustainability,Operations,Maintainability,Architectural Design,Multi Disciplinary Teams,Urban Design,Land Use,Addition,Zoning,Construction,Infrastructure,Handover,Indesign,Mapm,Development Projects,Landscaping,Management Skills,PmpNoNo
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COMPANY DESCRIPTION

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Company Name: Atkins
Job Description
As a provider of multi-disciplined technical services to the built environment, AtkinsRealis Middle East is committed to design excellence in the delivery of first-class solutions which combine innovation, imagination, and best practice. Due to the tremendous growth we are currently experiencing, we currently have an opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to work in our Land Development division – an integrated, dynamic team of planners, designers, engineers and project managers. Our large, diverse and fast-growing portfolio allows an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to grow their career and make a meaningful contribution to some of the most exciting projects in the Middle East.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong technical background in Master Planning and Land Development and understanding of contributory disciplines (infrastructure, transport planning, landscape, sustainability) to lead and oversee large complex projects within our organization. The ideal candidate will possess the knowledge, skills, and experience to lead multi-disciplinary land development teams and drive urban development projects from inception to completion. Project Management experience in Abu Dhabi is preferred, including an in-depth knowledge of Abu Dhabi stakeholders, standards and processes.

PRIOR ABU DHABI EXPERIENCE IS HIGHLY PREFERRED.

  • Proficiency in project management tools, processes and principles
  • Strong knowledge of urban planning principles, land use, zoning, and architectural design.
  • Strong understanding of the full Land Development project life cycle and technical disciplines (visioning, master planning, detailed design, construction, handover, operations) to allow sufficient foresight to be applied at early stages to ensure designability, buildability and maintainability.
  • Experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams (master planning, transport planning, infrastructure, landscaping, architecture etc) through the master planning process. Experience leading projects post-master planning stage is advantageous
  • Technical background in master planning and urban design is preferred, in addition to a secondary technical understanding of key supporting discipline contributions to land development projects (transport planning, infrastructure, landscaping, architecture)
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
  • Familiarity with local, regional, and international urban planning regulations.
  • Knowledge and understanding of key Middle East Clients and Stakeholders
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
  • Knowledge of sustainability and green building practices is preferable
  • GIS (Geographic Information System) proficiency is preferable
  • Familiarity with 3D modelling and visualization tools is preferable
  • Familiarity with publishing and graphics tools such as InDesign and Illustrator is preferable
  • Multilingual ability is preferable

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, or a related field
PMP, MAPM or other similar project management accreditations preferred

Responsibilities:

Project Leadership: Lead and manage Master Planning / Urban Design / Land Development Projects
Team Management: Build and lead cross-functional project teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and motivation to team members to achieve project goals.
Client Interaction: Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, understand their needs, and ensure project deliverables meet or exceed client expectations whilst aligning with project budgets
Master Planning Design Delivery: Experience in master planning and urban design, allowing the candidate to lead multi-disciplinary teams and develop comprehensive master plans.
Design Oversight: Oversee the design process, ensuring that urban design principles, aesthetics, and functionality are integrated effectively into project plans. Sufficient technical understanding of supporting disciplines and their requirements in order to ensure a balanced and robust master plan which is suitable for progression into future project stages
Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated with relevant planning and zoning regulations, and ensure projects adhere to all legal requirements. Maintain a strong understanding and ensure compliance with relevant international, regional, local planning and land development technical standards.


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:13.0Max:18.0 year(s)

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Site Engineering / Project Management

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Architecture, architecture, Design

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates