Urban Planner as Project Manager

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Urban Planner as Project Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Independently collect, assimilate and manage land use planning, urban design and landscape design project-related data
• Prepare constraints mapping and required documents
• Assist in preparation and participation of public information meetings and hearings
• Prepare conceptual and schematic designs for residential and mixed-use buildings of all types
• Prepare detailed urban designs for public spaces of all types
• Prepare high-quality illustrations for master plans and specific plans
• Define project goals, scope, and timelines, aligning them with urban planning objects
• Allocate recources, lead project teams and monitor progress to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
• Identify and address potential challenges and changes, employing problem-solving skills to keep the project on track
• Perform other duties as needed
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registration with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE)
• Saudi nationality
• 8+ years' demonstrated relevant experience in the mentioned field
• University degree in engineering
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or closely related field
• A minimum of 15 years experience in regional and local planning and design, with a strong foundation in project management.
• AICP and PMP certification desired
• PMI Knowledge
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Extensive graphics and report document production experience
• Experience with GIS
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
• May require the ability to travel
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Urban Planning or related field
• Experience with MS Project
  
  

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Primary Location:

Saudi Arabia-Riyadh City

Industry:

Architecture

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Transportation Planning

Job Posting:

Oct 11, 2024


At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.