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Job Description
Town Planning Strategy & Leadership
- Lead the town planning scope of the program ensuring alignment with the projects strategic objectives local regulations and Riyadhs cultural heritage.
- Drive the preparation and delivery of town planning frameworks development guidelines zoning and land use strategies tailored to Riyadhs urban context.
Design Oversight & Action Area Coordination
- Direct and oversee external design consultants responsible for the preparation of masterplans and detailed action area plans.
- Ensure that all action area designs are coherent innovative and aligned with approved town planning policies and objectives.
Regulatory & Statutory Compliance
- Provide expert guidance on Saudi planning regulations form-based codes and performance standards to ensure robust regulatory compliance.
- Interface with municipal authorities and regulatory bodies to facilitate approvals and endorsements.
Heritage & Urban Regeneration
- Integrate heritage conservation principles into the town planning approach to protect and enhance Riyadhs cultural assets.
- Champion strategies for vibrant mixed-use regeneration that prioritizes local identity and community well-being.
Technical Review & Quality Assurance
- Lead technical reviews of town planning deliverables from consultants ensuring consistency quality and alignment with project aspirations.
- Provide anticipatory practical solutions to resolve complex planning challenges.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Engage with government agencies local communities investors and developers to communicate planning frameworks and secure buy-in.
- Lead workshops charrettes and high-level presentations to articulate planning visions and policies.
Program Integration & Reporting
- Collaborate closely with the PMO Lead to embed town planning milestones and deliverables into the broader program strategy.
- Regularly report on progress risks and key planning decisions to senior project stakeholders.
Qualifications :
Educational Requirements
- Bachelors degree (minimum) in Town Planning / Urban Planning from an accredited university.
- Postgraduate qualifications in Urban Planning Urban Regeneration or related fields are a strong advantage.
Experience
- Minimum 20 years of professional experience in town planning urban regeneration and policy frameworks.
- At least 5 years of experience working in Saudi Arabia with 10 years across the GCC demonstrating a deep understanding of regional planning policies urban contexts and approval processes.
- Proven track record of leading or overseeing large-scale urban planning projects with direct involvement in complex multi-disciplinary developments.
Core Competencies
- Expertise in statutory planning zoning development control regulations and heritage protection frameworks.
- Strong experience in reviewing and steering design consultant outputs to achieve coherent sustainable urban outcomes.
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and presentation skills with the ability to influence high-level decisions.
- Deep familiarity with planning approval processes in KSA including documentation submissions and negotiations.
Additional Information :
Certifications & Software
- Professional accreditation with a recognized planning body (RTPI AICP or equivalent) preferred.
- Proficiency in planning and GIS tools alongside understanding of digital planning workflows.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
