Urban Planner

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AECOM is seeking an enthusiastic, full time, onsite urban planner to join its Dubai planning team, offering a chance to contribute to innovative, high impact infrastructure and development projects alongside designers, engineers and environmental specialists. You’ll prepare planning assessments and development applications for transport and infrastructure, conduct policy analysis and feasibility studies, and ensure UAE statutory compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Strong client and stakeholder communication, GIS proficiency, and the ability to manage timelines, budgets and junior staff are essential. 2–4 years’ experience with a relevant degree is ideal; be prepared for in person Day 1 onboarding in Dubai. Tailor your application to highlight UAE regulatory know how and a track record of sustainable urban planning.

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

We're looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Urban Planner to join our dynamic planning team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This is an excellent opportunity to accelerate your career while contributing to the development of innovative urban solutions in one of the world's most dynamic cities. You'll work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of urban designers, architects, engineers, and environmental specialists to deliver high-quality planning outcomes on diverse infrastructure and development projects. If you're passionate about shaping sustainable urban environments and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced setting, we'd love to hear from you.

• Prepare comprehensive planning assessments, due diligence reports, and development applications for transport, energy, and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with UAE statutory planning requirements and local regulations
• Conduct research, policy analysis, and feasibility studies to inform project planning strategies and identify optimal approval pathways
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams to integrate planning inputs and ensure consistency across all project deliverables
• Engage with clients, stakeholders, and approval authorities to communicate planning recommendations clearly and professionally, managing expectations and addressing concerns
• Analyze spatial data and utilize GIS tools to support planning analysis, site assessments, and visualization of planning concepts
• Support project managers and senior planners in organizing project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
• Contribute to the development of fee proposals and project bids, demonstrating the value of planning expertise to prospective clients
• Stay current with evolving planning policies, urban design principles, and sustainability best practices relevant to the Dubai and UAE context
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Town Planning, or a closely related discipline (such as Architecture, Civil Engineering, or Environmental Science)
• 2–4 years of professional urban planning experience, ideally gained within a planning consultancy or development organization

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.