Urban Planner - PMC

Job description / Role

Seeking an Urban Planner with 15+ years of experience, including 5 years in the GCC, to lead master planning and infrastructure integration under a PMC contract. The role involves land-use strategy, regulatory coordination, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable urban development to ensure effective long-term planning.

Client Details

A leading engineering consultancy specializing in PMC contracts for major masterplan and infrastructure projects across the GCC. The firm is recognized for delivering innovative and sustainable urban planning solutions within large-scale developments.

Description

* Develop and implement master planning strategies, ensuring alignment with regional regulations and sustainability goals.
* Collaborate with architects, engineers, and government authorities to shape urban development plans.
* Conduct feasibility studies, impact assessments, and land-use analysis for the project.
* Ensure infrastructure planning, zoning, and transportation networks support long-term urban growth.
* Review and provide technical guidance on development frameworks, design codes, and regulatory compliance.
* Assess and integrate environmental, social, and economic factors into urban planning strategies.
* Manage stakeholder engagement, including municipalities, developers, and community representatives.
* Prepare high-level reports, presentations, and planning documents for decision-making.
* Support in policy development, regulatory approvals, and project governance.

Job Offer

* Competitive tax-free salary aligned with GCC market standards.
* Opportunity to shape a major urban development project with a top consultancy.
* Career advancement in a PMC role, leading urban planning initiatives.
* Exposure to smart city and sustainable urban development strategies

* 15+ years of experience in urban planning and master development, including 5 years in the GCC.
* Strong background in land-use planning, infrastructure integration, and regulatory frameworks.
* Experience working in an engineering consultancy within a PMC contract.
* Proficiency in GIS, urban modeling tools, and planning software.
* Knowledge of sustainability, smart cities, and transit-oriented development.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, or a related field (Master's preferred).
* Professional accreditation (e.g., AICP, RTPI, PEng) is a plus.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.