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Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic planning frameworks, methodologies, and best practices across multiple projects and organizational initiatives

• Lead comprehensive planning processes including feasibility studies, site analysis, regulatory assessments, and stakeholder engagement strategies

• Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, government agencies, and community stakeholders to ensure integrated planning approaches

• Manage planning documentation including master plans, zoning applications, environmental assessments, and regulatory submissions

• Conduct market analysis, demographic studies, and economic impact assessments to inform planning decisions and recommendations

• Navigate complex regulatory environments including zoning codes, land use regulations, environmental requirements, and permitting processes

• Facilitate public consultation processes, community meetings, and stakeholder workshops to gather input and build consensus

• Review and evaluate planning proposals, development applications, and design submissions for compliance and strategic alignment

• Develop planning timelines, budgets, and resource allocation strategies while monitoring progress against established milestones

• Identify and mitigate planning risks including regulatory challenges, community opposition, and environmental constraints

• Prepare planning reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior management, clients, and regulatory authorities

• Stay current with planning legislation, policy changes, industry trends, and emerging best practices in urban and regional planning

• Lead cross-functional planning teams and provide mentorship to junior planning staff and consultants

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, or related field required
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive planning experience
• Professional planning certification (AICP, CIP, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• Proficiency in planning software including GIS applications, AutoCAD, Sketch Up, and data analysis tools
• Strong understanding of planning legislation, zoning regulations, environmental assessment processes, and development approval procedures
• Experience with public consultation processes, stakeholder engagement, and community relations
• Excellent research and analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex information and data
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with proven track record of successfully managing planning initiatives and teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex planning concepts to diverse audiences
• Knowledge of market analysis techniques, demographic research, and economic impact assessment methodologies
• Ability to work effectively in political and regulatory environments while maintaining professional objectivity
• Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple planning initiatives simultaneously

Location:

–Riyadh, SAU

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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