Associate Director – Transport Planning & Mobility

Company: WSP in the Middle East –

WebSite: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Description:**Associate Director – Transport Planning & Mobility**

WSP seeks a highly experienced and dynamic Associate Director to lead the expansion of our Transport Planning & Mobility business across Riyadh and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This leadership position is crucial in shaping the future of mobility in the region, driven by a rapidly growing portfolio of projects and opportunities.

The successful candidate will play a central role in developing sustainable, innovative, and integrated mobility solutions that align with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. This position offers a tangible opportunity to contribute through technical excellence, project leadership, and business development within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment, working alongside industry leaders on transformative projects.

Responsibilities encompass sustainable urban development, transport policy and strategy formulation, network and master planning, multimodal transport studies, and the implementation of sustainable mobility initiatives. The application of human-centered design principles will be essential to driving meaningful behavioral change in mobility. Success requires critical and analytical thinking, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each client’s unique challenges before developing tailored solutions. The candidate should demonstrate comfort with ambiguity and possess the ability to develop innovative approaches that mitigate uncertainty and deliver value. As a leader, the Associate Director will oversee the planning and execution of a diverse portfolio of transport planning and mobility projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and engaging stakeholders across the region. A commitment to technical excellence and commercial acumen is essential to ensure project delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest professional standards.

**Responsibilities:**

* Champion the development of a high-performing transport planning and mobility team in KSA, delivering innovative, sustainable, and integrated mobility solutions for private and public sector clients.
* Align team objectives and project delivery with national and regional transport strategies, including Saudi Vision 2030, establishing WSP as a leader in shaping the future of transport across the region.
* Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, positioning WSP as the preferred partner for strategic transport and mobility projects.
* Contribute to thought leadership and represent WSP in industry forums, conferences, and technical committees.
* Build and mentor a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive transport planning and mobility services.
* Drive client engagement to win new business, enhance WSP’s brand in the Kingdom, and strengthen key relationships.
* Strengthen client partnerships and advance WSP’s prequalification with KSA authorities to secure strategic projects.
* Provide technical leadership and oversight on transport master plans, mobility studies, and infrastructure design projects, including rail and air mobility.
* Lead the integration of future mobility opportunities (e.g., micro mobility, zero-emission, shared and automated vehicles) into retrofit and new masterplan proposals.
* Benchmark and implement the latest mobility technologies and service models, ensuring solutions are data-driven and future-ready.
* Collaborate across disciplines and geographies to deliver holistic, resilient, and sustainable transport solutions.
* Oversee the bidding process, technical scope development, and fee estimation for mobility projects.
* Manage project budgets, P&L, and resource allocation to achieve financial targets.
* Ensure all deliverables meet WSP’s quality standards, client expectations, and regulatory requirements.
* Drive innovation through the adoption of digital tools, sustainability practices, and continuous process improvement.

**Qualifications:**

* Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or related discipline; a Master’s degree is preferred.
* Arabic speaker, with 15+ years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role within a major consultancy or government entity.
* Proven track record in leading large-scale transport planning and mobility projects in the Middle East, particularly within Saudi Arabia.
* Ability to build strong client relationships and win work.
* Demonstrable experience from consultancy, or industry that includes strong experience in developing mobility strategies and providing transport planning inputs to master planning and plot design schemes.
* Proficiency in leading and contributing to Transport Masterplans and studies, transport and mobility infrastructure, Transport Policies, and Transport modelling.
* Experience and a passion for Design Thinking and Human-Centred Design.
* Project management experience in a consultancy environment is essential.
* Business development, bid writing and thought leadership skills are essential.
* Experience in addressing uncertainty and adaptability to a dynamic work environment with varied project work and client demands.
* Demonstrated team leadership skills, with the ability to build teams, mentor others through performance management, and facilitate training and development.

WSP offers a collaborative environment where talented individuals can make a positive impact. With a global team of over 69,000 employees, we are committed to making a difference in communities worldwide.

To apply, please submit your application for consideration.

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