Senior Director - Transport Strategy (MAS7-20004714)

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a visionary and strategic thinker for the position of Senior Director - Transport Strategy. This role is crucial in shaping the transportation framework for our groundbreaking entertainment destination, ensuring that all transport systems support the connectivity and accessibility of Qiddiya for both visitors and residents alike.

As the Senior Director of Transport Strategy, you will be responsible for developing a comprehensive transport strategy that aligns with Qiddiya's overarching goals, facilitating seamless mobility across the project. You will collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams to establish innovative and sustainable transport solutions that enhance visitor experience and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead transport modelling centrally to ensure consistency across Qiddiya and inform development controls.
• Lead (at City level) the provision of Transport data to Transport projects to inform system design.
• Lead (at City level) the phasing plan and measurement against capacity of networks to inform when roads and transport systems need to be activated to meet development phasing.
• Lead (at City level) engagement with key stakeholders to ensure integration with regional mobility.
• Lead (at City level) the informing and testing of development controls via Traffic Impact Studies at district, asset or precinct level.
• Lead all internal and external governance (including any authority or government agency) interactions including (but not limited to) those required for approvals, stakeholder interaction etc.
• Lead all activities required to undertake your responsibilities, including (but not limited to) consultant procurement, management and contract management, committee presentations, gateway approvals etc.
• Lead preparations for opening and operational readiness scenarios specific to transport modes.
• Lead the preparation of impact assessments as a result of changes or other factors, including the impacts on cost, time and quality.
• Lead the support of all other job families as necessary.
• Lead the quarterly update of the Qiddiya Strategic Transport Model.
• Lead the maintenance, improvement and evolution of the Qiddiya Strategic Transport Model such that it is fit for the purpose of guiding development activities.
• Lead the preparation of transport policies across Qiddiya, including (but not limited to) the approach to Operational Logistic delivery times, Congestion/Zero Emission Zone Charging, Autonomous vehicles, Artificial Intelligence, Flexible/Remote working, EV Charging, Airspace, Fare Collection, Construction deliveries, Transport maintenance etc.
• Lead the strategy for maximising customer transport experience, and review of all submissions to ensure these are being maximised.
• Lead the strategy for operational logistics and review of all submissions to ensure these are being maximised.
• Lead the strategy for event planning (Minor and Major) and review of all submissions to ensure these are being maximised.
• Lead the strategy for airspace management and review of all submissions to ensure these are being maximised.
• Lead the strategy for future mobility and review of all submissions to ensure these are being maximised.
• Lead the independent technical review of all transport departures or relaxations, to provide clear recommendations to the business for acceptance or otherwise.
• Lead the management of the Mobility City Framework reports, guidelines, codes and standards and plans to ensure consistency of information and betterment as necessary.
• Lead internal processes and policy to ensure consistency of design applications.
• Lead the management of regional mobility authority stakeholder relationships and ensure integration with regional systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Transport Engineering, Urban Planning, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• A minimum of 15 years of experience in transport strategy, planning, or a related field, particularly in large-scale urban projects.
• Strong understanding of transportation systems, mobility trends, and best practices in transport planning.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and collaborate with diverse stakeholders and governmental agencies.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills with a focus on problem-solving.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively present ideas and influence stakeholders.
• Experience with sustainable transport principles and innovations in transportation technology.
• Proficiency in transport planning software and modeling tools.