Strategic Planner

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WSP is a leading firm specializing in innovative and sustainable solutions for transport and infrastructure projects in the Middle East. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Strategic Planner to join our team in Abu Dhabi. This role presents an exciting opportunity for individuals with strong analytical skills, experience in critical analysis, and the ability to strategically plan and manage a portfolio of projects.

As a Strategic Planner - Transport & Infrastructure, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our projects by performing critical analysis, working with diverse data sets, and developing comprehensive strategic plans. You will be responsible for crafting and executing programs that align with our business objectives and enhance the success of our transport and infrastructure projects across the Middle East.

Your new role, what's involved?

• Critical Analysis: Conduct thorough analysis of data sets, market trends, and project performance to identify opportunities, risks, and key success factors.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans for transport and infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Program Development: Design and put together comprehensive programs that encompass multiple projects, considering timelines, resources, and financial aspects.
• Portfolio Management: Oversee a portfolio of projects, providing strategic guidance and ensuring coherence between individual project objectives and broader organizational strategies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, project managers, and stakeholders, to integrate strategic plans into project execution.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to enhance the success and resilience of projects within the portfolio.
• Client Engagement: Collaborate with clients to understand their long-term goals and integrate these into strategic plans, fostering strong client relationships.
• Innovation: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to infuse innovation into strategic planning processes.
  
  

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, critical analysis, and program development within the context of transport and infrastructure projects.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to work with complex data sets.
• Excellent project management skills and the ability to manage a diverse portfolio of projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with the transport and infrastructure industry in the Middle East is advantageous.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools for data analysis and project management.
  
  

What's in it for you?

What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!

WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Apply now and be the future of WSP!

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic.