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About SYSTRA

SYSTRA is a leading global engineering and consultancy group, specializing in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, the company's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions that connect people, foster social inclusion, and facilitate access to employment, education, and leisure worldwide. For 65 years, SYSTRA has partnered with cities and regions, contributing to their development by creating, improving, and modernizing infrastructure and transport systems throughout the project lifecycle, from initial design to testing, deployment, and maintenance. Operating in over 80 countries, SYSTRA supports clients and partners in their digital, ecological, and energy transitions to innovate future mobility solutions.

The Role of Masterplanning Lead

SYSTRA is seeking a Masterplanning Lead (Deputy Team Lead) - Urban Planner for a full-time position within a Project Management Office (PMO) project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is critical for the overall success of urban development initiatives, bridging urban planning principles with project execution strategies. The Masterplanning Lead will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategic goals and the client’s vision. This position involves coordinating multidisciplinary inputs from designers, engineers, and contractors to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the urban planning vision, ensuring all project activities support sustainable, functional, and people-centered urban environments.
• Manage the integration of planned and reactive technical services into project workflows, ensuring seamless collaboration between consultants, designers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Lead consultations with local authorities, developers, community groups, and other stakeholders to align planning outcomes with regulatory and social expectations.
• Guide land use planning, zoning, infrastructure coordination, and public realm design throughout project lifecycles.
• Oversee the application of planning codes, design standards, and environmental considerations across all project components.
• Anticipate and respond to planning and design risks, ensuring timely adjustments without compromising project integrity.
• Ensure that all deliverables meet planning and urban design standards while adhering to project timelines and budgets.

Required Experience and Qualifications

Candidates should possess 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in urban planning and master planning roles, particularly within a Project Management Office (PMO) framework. A strong understanding of urban planning principles, project execution strategies, and multidisciplinary coordination is essential for this position.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will work within a dedicated Project Management Office (PMO) team, contributing to significant urban development projects.

Application

SYSTRA is committed to designing safe and sustainable transport solutions globally. We invite qualified candidates to apply for this opportunity to contribute to impactful urban development projects in Riyadh.