Senior Manager - Planning (policy) MAS352

Job Description:

Providing strategic planning (urban/town/regional) advice across multiple districts
Coordinate with project leads and teams to support design evolution and project development
Researching and designing planning policies to guide development
Review control documents that will inform future planning assessment
Maintain relationships with all stakeholders involved in the planning process
Monitor the progress of approval processes and resolve delays or issues
Maintain accurate records of submissions and correspondence
Stay informed about changes in land use regulations, policies and strategies at a regional, national, state and Qiddiya City level
Advocate for planning team by presenting data and justifications to all internal stakeholders, boards and Snr Management as required
Support with all other planning department tasks as assigned by the Director and other department members
Mentor and support development of the planning team, promoting best practices in town planning
Acting up when required to support the Director of Planning

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Geography, Urban/Spatial/Regional and Town Planning (Master's degree preferred) - mandatory
Must have a minimum of 7 years direct experience in preparing local/regional or national planning policy, district control plans, Area Action Plans or equivalent urban or/and regional planning policy and guidance
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex project data and make informed recommendations.
Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a focus on collaborative work.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects, and adapt to changing project conditions in a fast-paced environment.