We are currently looking for a qualified Senior Transport Modeller with 10+ years experience to join the Regional Transport Planning Team and to be based in Dubai. Requirements The Transport Modeller will have a qualified professional degree with a minimum of 10 years experience ideally also hold a Master’s qualification in the related field. With a strong working knowledge of Transport Modelling and Traffic Engineering Software with experience in use of strategic transport models built in software platforms such as PTV Vision (VISUM), Citilabs (Cube Voyager), EMME etc. Experience in development of Activity Based Transport Models will be an asset. Qualifications
Degree qualified
Ideally MSc and or chartered status
This role requires managing variety of transport planning & modelling studies – large scale strategic transport plans & traffic management plan assessments for multi-disciplinary planning projects. Working closely with the Regional Transport Planning Team Members to ensure timely completion of the necessary analysis, reports and plans as assigned. Responsibilities
Completion of assigned tasks
Adherence to Atkins Quality Manual and Procedures
Coordination with other design disciplines
Plan and organise own work and work of others
Qualifications - External
Technical Competencies
Essential
Must have a minimum of degree in planning or transportation and over ten years related professional work experience, post university graduation
Understanding of the state-of-the art transport model development, modelling principles and best practices, transportation planning, development/access planning public transport issues, transit-oriented development, transport demand theory, parking policies, planning regulations, and other urban planning policies and approaches.
Capable of presentation of transport modelling and planning projects (through all phases) and interpretation of studies to a skilled audience
Practical understanding of the role and importance of transport modelling and planning in development access, citywide mobility and assisting people’s needs.
Good client interface skills is essential
Experience in providing the appropriate junction analysis to assist traffic impact assessments
Contribute to preparation of transport model User manuals, technical notes and reports.
Contribute to preparation of transport planning reports including existing conditions analyses, trip generation, junction analysis, parking assessment for projects undertaken by the department
Project management experience in the Middle East and familiarity with local trends and transport modelling and planning practices and standards
Competence with programming software such as VB, Python etc.
Must be able to communicate in English effectively, both written and spoken
Must be able to learn and retain new skills quickly from a variety of sources
Must be able to work with limited supervision
Experience project management
Must be familiar with working to Quality Assured Systems
Desirable
Capable of communicating in Arabic effectively, both written and spoken
Contribute to the concept and final design and development of land use plans for projects ranging from relatively small plot plans to large masterplans
Working knowledge of using other modelling /microsimulation software such as VISUM, VISSIM,
aaSIDRA,SYNCHRO, HCM
Competency with EXCEL and GIS software
Behavioral Competencies Essential
Highly developed interpersonal skills, such as high competency in listening and communicating.
A positive attitude that focuses on improving team work and co-operation at all times.
Sound communication skills, oral and written, including presentation competency.
Able to manage and motivate subordinates appropriately
Ability to work without excessive supervision
Ability for self checking & correction of work.
SNC Lavalin's Atkins business is one of the largest multidisciplinary, multi sector engineering design consultancies in the world and is part of the SNC Lavalin Group. As one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies with a leading track record in the defence sector, Atkins are ideally placed to respond to this market. We have a broad establishment and proud, 50 year history throughout the Middle East region. We provide a full range of design, engineering and project management services for buildings, transportation and other infrastructure programmes. Atkins in the Middle East now employs around 2,000 staff serving Gulf clients across all market sectors from offices in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait City, Manama, Muscat, Riyadh, and Sharjah. Rewards & Benefits We offer an excellent package which includes:
A competitive salary
Transportation allowance
Medical and life insurance cover
22 calendar days annual leave
Company gratuity scheme
Discretionary bonus scheme
Annual flight allowance to point of origin
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