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Principal Transport Planner – Abu Dhabi – AECOM – UAE

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AECOM Principal Transport Planner – Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi- United Arab
Emirates
United Arab Emirates – Abu Dhabi- Abu Dhabi
Job Summary
Technical Management
Effectively advise on transport planning policies and their implementation and the related allocation of resources in relation to all services covered by this post
Takes the lead on relevant projects
Be aware of and adhere to relevant legislation- codes of practice and departmental policies when planning and directing the delivery of transport planning projects in the region
Continuously improve technical and industry knowledge by participating in forums and other industry related programs
research- analyse and report on a range of quantitative and qualitative transport related projects
Prepare tender submissions
Act as Project Manager or Project Director- as necessary

Develop detailed methodologies

Produce guides- case studies and deliver presentations

Undertake data recording and analysis tasks

Manage the preparation of client reports- bringing together the contributions from other specialist areas of the business

Review internal processes for effectiveness and efficiency and suggest possible areas for improvement where necessary

Other duties as required

Business Development

Ensure key strategic relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders are effectively developed- managed and maintained

Ensure delivery is in line with the Business Line`s corporate objectives- on time and within the agreed budget

Effectively represent AECOM to relevant government departments- external agencies and other bodies appropriate to the post

Plan- direct and deliver the Services in accordance with appropriate procedures and legislation

Develop and implement initiatives to enhance AECOM`s transport planning services offering- product- and supporting infrastructure (e.g. software- modelling tools- capability statement- etc.)

Maintain appropriate liaison with the business community- stakeholder and advisory groups

Maintain a watching brief on best working practices within and beyond local government- and ensure these are effectively communicated to the team

Liaise with other AECOM geographies to maximize the AECOM offering

Specific Skills Required

The candidate should have:

Good understanding of industry practices and regulations- including the underlying principles sufficient to carry out and lead transport planning studies

Sound database / spreadsheet skills or preferably abilities in statistical / transport modelling software and the ability to handle large data sets

Good comprehension of transportation policy and regulatory systems

Working knowledge of AutoCAD- MicroStation beneficial- but not mandatory

A clear appreciation and understanding of fundamental highways / traffic engineering principles (to facilitate the change to working on UAE technical standards)

Excellent Project Management skills

Minimum Requirements

Minimum of 10-15 years of relevant experience in the field of transport planning/engineering of which at least 5 years must be focussed on transport planning studies

Professional Accreditation:

Chartership/certification/licence from a recognized professional body (e.g. P.E.- P.Eng.- C.Eng.- etc.) preferred

Additional Comments:

The candidate should be able to travel locally- regionally- and internationally

Arabic language skills (reading- writing- and spoken) are an asset

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors Degree Level Qualification or higher in a related field (mandatory)

Masters Degree (preferred)

What We Offer

When you join AECOM- you become part of a company that is

pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the
most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time- addressing
the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations
to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth- flexibility and
creativity- as well as a company culture that champions

inclusion- diversity and overall

employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our

core values define who we are- how we act and what we aspire to- which comes
down to not only

delivering a better world – but working to |make amazing happen| in each
neighborhood- community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer-
we believe in each person`s potential- and we`ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Planning

Business Line Transportation

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United Arab Emirates

Position Status Full-Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 214952BR

Clearance Required No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race- color- religion- sex- national origin- sexual orientation- gender
identity- disability or protected veteran status.

Digital Project Delivery Lead – Buildings (Contract Jan 2020) – AECOM – UAE

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AECOM Digital Project Delivery Lead – Buildings (Contract Jan 2020) in
Abu Dhabi- United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates – Abu Dhabi- Abu Dhabi
Job Summary
This role is a contract role until Jan 2020.
In charge of leading and managing the Buildings and Places (B+P) Team within
the Digital Project Delivery (DPD) group. In charge of implementation of
digital technologies (BIM and related tools and processes) to enhance existing
processes- improve efficiency and quality of design. Interface with Middle
East DPD Lead- B+P Practice Line Directors and VP to provide input- feedback
and updates on project BIM delivery targets- training programs- and
recruitment requirements. Client interfacing both on projects and in

business development capacity. Required to contribute and engage with industr

events and publications around BIM use- both locally and internationally.

Job Duties:

Manages DPD team members including BIM Managers and Coordinators;

In charge of BIM implementation on major projects;

Develops and implements strategy for Digital Transformation within the Buildings + Places business line;

Researches new tools and processes to improve project delivery;

Responsible for BIM Standards- templates- libraries- etc. to enable efficient use of digital tools;

Provides input into bids; methodology and deployments;

Responsible for project deployments;

Performs performance appraisals for their team;

Reviews and signs-off of Project BIM Execution Plans;

Interface with Clients on major projects;

BIM Healthy Starts on projects internally;

Development and oversight of project delivery team training programs for Digital/BIM applications and processes;

Provides regular updates on team and project performance to DPD Lead and B+P Director.

Specific Skills Required:

Strong team management skills;

Strong written and verbal communication skills;

Strong problem solving skills;

Must have a positive attitude- and be a self-starter;

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;

Possess a strong work ethic;

Must be proficient in Navisworks Manage and Revit;

Must be proficient in drawing/model management systems (e.g. BIM 360 Design- BIM 360 Docs- Aconex or ProjectWise);

Must be versed in local industry BIM Initiatives and internationally recognised BIM initiatives- standards- protocols and mandates like BS1192 and ISO19650;

General knowledge of integrated architectural and engineering practice;

Must be self-motivated- detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills;

Ability to set priorities in an efficient and timely manner to meet essential job functions;

Knowledge of programming- Revit APIs (Dynamo scripting- Python- C#- etc.) is a plus.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 12 years post undergraduate experience;

Min 3-5 years in a similar role for major design consultancy;

Min 5-7 years project delivery experience;

Min 5-7 years hands-on BIM experience;

Experience in cross-discipline project delivery (not one single practice line);

Middle East/UAE project delivery experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications

B.Sc in Construction Management or Engineering or B.Arch

Internationally recognized BIM training certificates are a plus.

What We Offer

When you join AECOM- you become part of a company that is

pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the
most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time- addressing
the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations
to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth- flexibility and
creativity- as well as a company culture that champions

inclusion- diversity and overall

employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our

core values define who we are- how we act and what we aspire to- which comes
down to not only

delivering a better world – but working to |make amazing happen| in each
neighborhood- community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer-
we believe in each person`s potential- and we`ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Designer / Drafting / CADD / CAD

Business Line Buildings & Places

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United Arab Emirates

Position Status Temporary

Requisition/Vacancy No. 216420BR

Clearance Required No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race- color- religion- sex- national origin- sexual orientation- gender
identity- disability or protected veteran status.

MEP BIM Lead – AECOM – UAE

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AECOM MEP BIM Lead in Abu Dhabi- United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates – Abu Dhabi- Abu Dhabi
Job Summary
Works under general supervision.
Provides training and technical support to design staff on the Building Information Modeling system- which provides 3D models using project specifications and content.
Direct project support and production to assigned projects and create the drawings as required using the standards and content to meet the job requirements (objects within the drawing- doors- lights- etc.).
Minimum Requirements
TBC
Preferred Qualifications
TBC
What We Offer
When you join AECOM- you become part of a company that is

pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of th

most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time- addressin

the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations
to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth- flexibility and
creativity- as well as a company culture that champions

inclusion- diversity and overall

employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our

core values define who we are- how we act and what we aspire to- which comes
down to not only

delivering a better world – but working to |make amazing happen| in each
neighborhood- community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer-
we believe in each person`s potential- and we`ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Engineering – Mechanical

Business Line Buildings & Places

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United Arab Emirates

Position Status Full-Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 213562BR

Clearance Required No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race- color- religion- sex- national origin- sexual orientation- gender
identity- disability or protected veteran status.

Senior Transport Planner – AECOM – UAE

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AECOM Senior Transport Planner- Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi- United Arab
Emirates
United Arab Emirates – Abu Dhabi- Abu Dhabi
Job Summary
The SP&A Team provides a full range of traffic and transportation planning
services and is a key component in the Civil Infrastructure Business Line. Our
Vision is to be the most recognized and trusted provider of transportation
planning services to our clients in the Middle East. We envisage being the
Middle East Centre of Excellence in all aspects of transport planning- but
particularly in multi-modal transport master planning and transport modelling.
AECOM`s core services in this field include:
Transport Impact Assessments

Transport Network /Master Planning

Transport Policy & Strategy Development

Traffic Capacity Analysis

Demand Forecasting and Management

Parking Studies- Layout & Design

Access Management

Traffic Signal Timing

Traffic Engineering

Strategic Multi-Modal Transport Modelling

Micro Traffic Simulation

Freight Planning and Logistics

Intelligent Transport Systems

3D Modelling & Evaluation

Road Safety Studies & Operational Reviews

Our Abu Dhabi office is currently seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer/ Planner
to join our SP&A Team. We are now looking to enhance and grow this team with
individuals who have a sound technical background and share our enthusiasm and
determination to support our expanding workload. The role would suit a
proactive- enthusiastic and self-motivated individual looking to advance their
career in a dynamic team. This position would ideally suit someone with a
transport planning and traffic modelling background and will be responsible
for providing technical service and support in a variety of the SP&A service
offerings- but with particular responsibility for traffic and transportation
planning.

Job Details:

Effectively lead and contribute to transport planning and traffic engineering project tasks for various transport studies.

Takes the lead on relevant projects and/or main project tasks.

Provide development control- spatial planning and transport strategy advice.

Be responsible for the delivery of relevant project reports.

Be aware of and adhere to relevant legislation- codes of practice and departmental policies when planning and delivering transportation and traffic engineering related projects in the region.

Continuously improve technical and industry knowledge by participating in forums and other industry related programs.

Research- analyse and report on a range of transportation and traffic engineering related projects.

Act as Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager as necessary including monitoring of financial and team performance.

Develop project plans and detailed methodologies together with technical leader.

Ensuring appropriate local resourcing levels for project work to be delivered efficiently.

Provide technical support and supervision to junior staff.

Ensuring technical content and quality of output produced are in line with the project brief and AECOM`s quality procedures.

Manage sub-consultants to produce deliverables against agreed timescales and in line with budget.

Produce guides- case studies and deliver presentations.

Manage and/or contribute to the preparation of client reports- bringing together the contributions from other specialist areas of the business.

Review internal processes for effectiveness and efficiency and suggest possible areas for improvement where necessary.

Support team manager in mentoring junior staff.

Other duties as required:

Business Development Support.

Support practice leader in ensuring key strategic relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders. are effectively developed- managed and maintained.

Provide significant inputs to the preparation of technical and financial bids for major projects in the region and across other business lines.

Manage- lead and produce technical and financial bids for medium to small size projects in the region and across other business lines.

Ensure delivery is in line with the Business Line`s corporate objectives- on time and within the agreed budget.

Effectively represent AECOM to relevant government departments- external agencies and other bodies appropriate to the post.

Support practice leader in developing and implementing initiatives to enhance AECOM`s Transportation Planning services offering- product- and supporting infrastructure (e.g. software- traffic analysis tools- capability statement- etc.)

Maintain appropriate liaison with the business community- stakeholder and advisory groups.

Identify and recommend talent within the transport planning field- and work with the practice leader and Director of SP&A to recruit other transport planners/engineers into the SP&A team to enhance local capabilities and grow the business in accordance with workload.

Assist practice leader in identifying opportunities and prospects.

Liaise with other AECOM geographies to maximize the AECOM offering.

Specific Skills Required:

Good understanding of industry transportation planning and traffic engineering practices- including the underlying principles sufficient to carry out and lead transport studies

Working knowledge of GIS packages such as ArcGIS and MapInfo will be an advantage

A clear appreciation and understanding of fundamental transportation planning principles

Good report writing and presentational skills

Good Project Management experience and skills

Sound commercial acumen and business awareness

Person Specification:

The candidate is expected to lead by example and should demonstrate strong
leadership attributes- such as:

Proactive

Decisive

Pragmatic

Organized

Responsive

General performance attributes relate to:

The ability to communicate effectively- prepare presentations and reports

participate constructively in project teams

Committed to quality outcomes

good personal organisation

Minimum Requirements

Minimum of 5-10 years of relevant experience in the field of transport planning with special emphasis on transport modelling and traffic engineering for a range of relevant projects and studies.

Experience in traffic analysis and using HCS- SYNCHRO-SimTraffic- SIDRA-

Experience with various strategic modelling platforms such as Cube and VISUM (preferred).

Member of one of more professional organisations as asset (e.g. Charted Institute of Logistics and Transportation- PEng- PE).

Abu Dhabi work experience is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors Degree Level Qualification or higher in Engineering or a related discipline (mandatory).

Masters Degree – Transport related (preferred).

What We Offer

When you join AECOM- you become part of a company that is

pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the
most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time- addressing
the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations
to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth- flexibility and
creativity- as well as a company culture that champions

inclusion- diversity and overall

employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our

core values define who we are- how we act and what we aspire to- which comes
down to not only

delivering a better world – but working to |make amazing happen| in each
neighborhood- community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer-
we believe in each person`s potential- and we`ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Engineering – Civil

Business Line Transportation

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United Arab Emirates

Position Status Full-Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 213560BR

Clearance Required No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race- color- religion- sex- national origin- sexual orientation- gender
identity- disability or protected veteran status.