Principal/Associate – Transport Planning & Mobility

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Principal/Associate in Transport Planning & Mobility to lead and deliver transport planning, traffic engineering, and mobility solutions for Dubai‑based projects. The role requires RTA Level 3 Approved Liaison Engineer status to coordinate effectively with the Roads and Transport Authority throughout project lifecycles.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of Traffic Impact Studies, Transport Assessments, master‑plan transport strategies and mobility frameworks.
• Oversee traffic modelling, simulation and analysis using VISUM, VISSIM, SIDRA or equivalent tools.
• Develop integrated mobility solutions that incorporate public transport, active travel, first/last‑mile connectivity and smart mobility systems.
• Ensure all deliverables comply with Dubai RTA guidelines, policies and strategic frameworks.
• Act as the designated RTA Level 3 Liaison Engineer, managing documentation submission, approvals and stakeholder relationships.
• Coordinate transport planning activities with highways, urban planning, utilities, environmental and infrastructure teams.
• Present transport strategies to clients, lead workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions.
• Mentor junior planners, conduct technical reviews and ensure quality of outputs.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in transport planning studies, traffic modelling and mobility strategy development.
• Strong understanding of Dubai’s regulatory environment and RTA processes.
• Proven leadership and client‑facing skills.
• RTA Level 3 Approved Liaison Engineer certification (mandatory).

Required skills

• VISUM
• VISSIM
• SIDRA
• Traffic modelling and simulation
• Transport assessment and impact study preparation
• Mobility framework development