Mobility & Transport Planner Lead

SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mobility and Transportation Planner/Lead to join one of our projects with PMO scope here in Riyadh. This role is critical in supporting the development and execution of transportation and mobility plans across a variety of high-profile projects. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in transportation planning, project management, and the ability to coordinate with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and contractors. The role requires a dynamic individual capable of overseeing complex, multi-phase transportation projects, ensuring alignment with government regulations and sustainability goals.

Missions/Main Duties

• Lead the planning, design, and implementation of transportation and mobility strategies for large-scale infrastructure and development projects.
• Collaborate with PMO teams, consultants, government authorities, and contractors to ensure all transportation-related aspects of projects are efficiently executed.
• Develop transportation studies, feasibility reports, and mobility solutions for urban, suburban, and rural settings within the scope of the projects
• Ensure the integration of modern technologies such as smart mobility systems, autonomous vehicles, and electric transportation into planning.
• Oversee traffic impact assessments, parking studies, and mobility models to provide data-driven insights into project planning.
• Manage and monitor transportation-related aspects of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with local regulations and sustainability standards.
• Review and approve project deliverables related to transportation, such as design plans, reports, and technical specifications.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian Vision 2030 and other national development objectives related to transportation.
• Supervise the development and execution of transportation master plans and project-specific plans.
• Provide regular reports and updates on project status to senior management, identifying risks and mitigation strategies.
• Support procurement activities related to transportation planning and services, including the selection of contractors and consultants.
  
  

Profile/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in transportation planning, with a focus on mobility and infrastructure projects in the context of large-scale developments.
• Strong knowledge of transportation modeling, traffic engineering, and mobility planning tools.
• Demonstrated experience in leading complex transportation projects within a PMO structure.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabia’s transportation regulations, policies, and the objectives of Vision 2030.
• Experience working with government entities, municipal authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to provide leadership and direction to cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities.
• Strong project management skills with proven experience in delivering projects within scope, time, and budget.
• Proficient in software tools such as AutoCAD, GIS, VISSIM, Synchro, and other transportation planning software.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of sustainable transportation practices and smart mobility solutions is a plus.
  
  

Preferred Qualification

• Certification from a recognized transportation or project management body (e.g., AICP, PMP, etc.).
• Knowledge of emerging transportation trends, including electric vehicles, autonomous transportation, and integrated multi-modal systems.
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects in the GCC region or similar markets.
  
  

Systra is an equal opportunity company; this position is open to all applicants.