Are you ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to some of the most complex and high-profile transport projects in the region? We’re looking for an experienced Associate Transport Planner to join our Riyadh team and help shape the future of mobility across the Middle East.
Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.
From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.
Your next role
Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive.
You’ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that’s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact - and leave real legacy.
Your key duties
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Transport Planner to join our team in KSA, Riyadh, to work on some of the world’s best and most complex projects.
- Lead transport and mobility projects, ensuring technical excellence and commercial success.
- Provide strategic transport planning advice, including masterplans, access and parking studies.
- Engage with clients and stakeholders to deliver integrated, sustainable, and equitable transport solutions.
- Oversee the quality of technical reports, visualizations, and presentations.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Your skills and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Planning, or related field.10+ years of experience in transport planning, with a strong portfolio of Middle East projects.
- Proficiency in transport modelling tools (e.g., GIS, VISSIM, VISUM, Synchro, Sidra) is preferred.
- Thought leadership in future mobility and emerging transport technologies.
What we offer you
- Career-defining projects and leadership opportunities.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Support for professional development and memberships.
- A collaborative, inclusive environment where your voice matters.
A place for everyone
Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.
We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.
Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.