Technical Director – Master Planning

From AtkinsRéalis Riyadh, the Technical Director Master Planning will provide technical and professional leadership in the execution of master planning projects in KSA and the wider region, with a particular expertise in creative concept and detailed master planning.  They would also play a key role in the development of the AtkinsRéalis master planning business in KSA and be a key point of contact for existing and prospective clients. The nature of role will require the successful candidate to be based in Riyadh. 

About AtkinsRéalis 

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading professional services and project management 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 key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital. News and information are available at www.AtkinsRéalisrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn. 

Job Summary

To be the head member of the Master Planning team in KSA for this project and provide urban planning and master planning design services to external and internal clients as part of the AtkinsRéalis Middle East master planning team.  To be involved in strategic planning studies, urban master planning and urban design and public realm projects in the Middle East and Africa. 

To provide a key client facing role for AtkinsRéalis Master Planning business within KSA and the primary point of contact for current and prospective clients. Lead business development activities of the Master Planning team within KSA to help develop a pipeline of work that will support the growth of the in-country team. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead the production of high-quality urban planning, design and master planning project submissions in KSA and the wider Middle East region. 

• Coordinate with and supervise their own team of Urban Designers, Planners and Technical Staff on a day-to-day basis to achieve excellent design quality and documentation, and match or better AtkinsRéalis QA standards 

• Report to Head of Department and Country MD on a regular basis regarding progress, design, quality, resources, changes, site issues, planning issues etc. 

• Will be required to travel within the Middle East region to projects in a variety of geographical locations. 

• Lead in the preparation of technical and fee proposals for master planning and urban design projects and other major projects where appropriate. 

• Play a key client facing role in the bidding and negotiation process to secure further work 

• Developing and maintaining relationships with clients, attending meetings, workshops and seminars 

• Responsible for the management of teams and meeting agreed budgets. 

• Support the Country MD and Operations Director in raising AtkinsRéalis profile across the Kingdom. 

Technical Competencies 

Essential 

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in urban planning or urban design; 

• 20+ years’ post qualification experience in urban planning, master planning and urban design projects; 

• Strong English language report writing and analytical skills 

• Relevant experience in the GCC/KSA and an understanding of the cultural norms and requirements of the region. 

• Strong presentation skills and ability to clearly and articulately convey ideas, proposals and concepts in front of large, high profile audiences. 

• Experience of leading large, multi-disciplinary project teams across different geographies 

• Ability to lead the preparation of commercial and technical proposals within the framework of an established business governance framework. 

Preferable 

• Knowledge of all necessary software programmes including as a minimum CAD, Adobe Design Suites, Sketch up and MS Office. Knowledge of other necessary software programmes including GIS, CAD, SketchUp, 3D Max etc 

• Previous KSA urban planning/design experience on urban planning/design projects. 

• Arabic reading and speaking ability 

Behavioural Competencies 

Essential 

• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, be a team player and have a customer focus; 

• Previous consultancy experience and be looking to broaden their planning and urban design skill set within a Middle East context; 

• Ability to solve problems by thinking laterally and able to understand the needs and requirements of clients to provide planning and design solutions in a rapidly developing country; 

• Must be able to work in a large, multidisciplinary, multicultural team and manage challenging multicultural client relationships across a range of geographies; 

• Must also be a self-starter who can work without direct supervision from senior management and/or peers; 

• Able to be flexible and adapt to working in a demanding Middle East environment including the need to travel when required. 

Salary and Benefits 
We offer an excellent package which includes: 

• A competitive salary. 

• Accommodation allowance.  

• Transportation allowance.  

• 22 working days annual leave.   

• Medical and life insurance cover.  

• Company gratuity scheme.  

• Discretionary bonus scheme. 

• Annual flight allowance to point of origin 

Equal Opportunities Statement