Technical Manager Traffic & Mobility📣 إعلان

About the Role

Parsons Corporation is seeking a Technical Manager – Traffic & Mobility to join its team in Jeddah, Makkah. This full-time position involves leading and delivering traffic engineering and mobility planning projects, ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and alignment with client objectives. The role requires managing the full lifecycle of traffic and mobility assignments, from concept development through analysis, design, implementation, and performance monitoring, while effectively coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and engaging with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

The Technical Manager will provide comprehensive oversight and direction across various project phases and functional areas. This includes technical leadership, project management, design supervision, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful project delivery.

• Lead the development of traffic and mobility solutions for urban, suburban, and regional networks.
• Oversee traffic studies, modeling, and analysis, including capacity analysis, LOS, intersection design, and corridor studies.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage multiple traffic and mobility projects simultaneously from initiation to completion.
• Lead or supervise the design of intersection layouts, signalization plans, and traffic control strategies.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients on traffic and mobility matters.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, standards, and health & safety requirements in all project activities.

Technical Leadership and Project Management

This role demands strong technical expertise and proven project management capabilities to guide teams and deliver projects effectively.

• Review and validate traffic forecasts, demand modeling, and multimodal transport plans (road, public transport, NMT, micromobility).
• Ensure adherence to relevant standards, guidelines, and best practices (*, local traffic codes, design manuals, international guidelines).
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, planners, and analysts within the team.
• Develop project scopes, timelines, resource plans, and budgets in coordination with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions to ensure delivery on time and within budget.
• Prepare and present project status reports, technical documentation, and decision-making material to management and clients.

Design, Analysis, and Mobility Planning

The Technical Manager will be responsible for overseeing detailed design work and contributing to broader mobility strategies.

• Oversee the design of roadway and corridor improvements to enhance safety and efficiency.
• Supervise the development of parking strategies, access management, and circulation plans.
• Lead or supervise Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and traffic management solutions where applicable.
• Oversee traffic modeling using tools such as PTV Vissim, Synchro, HCS, or equivalent, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Contribute to sustainable mobility strategies, including public transport enhancement, walking and cycling initiatives, and demand management measures.
• Support policy development and advisory for traffic management, congestion mitigation, and safety improvement programs.
• Integrate land-use planning with transport strategies to optimize network performance and accessibility.

Stakeholder Engagement and Quality Assurance

Effective communication and a commitment to quality are central to this role, ensuring successful project outcomes and regulatory adherence.

• Coordinate with government authorities, consultants, developers, and internal departments to secure approvals and alignment.
• Participate in stakeholder workshops, public consultations, and technical committees as required.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, presentations, and documentation for clients and regulatory bodies.
• Implement quality assurance and quality control processes for traffic studies, designs, and deliverables.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement in methodologies, tools, and workflows.
• Keep abreast of emerging trends in mobility, smart cities, ITS, and data-driven traffic management.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates for this position should demonstrate a strong background in traffic engineering and mobility, coupled with leadership and project management experience.

• 5-10 years of experience in traffic engineering and mobility planning.
• Prior experience in managing multi-disciplinary project teams and interfacing with public authorities and private clients.
• Experience with large-scale infrastructure, urban development, or smart mobility projects is highly desirable.
• Professional registration or certification (*, Chartered Engineer, PE, RPEQ, or equivalent) is an advantage.