Director Strategic Planning

1 week ago

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia AECOM Full time

Company Description
**At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.**

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team - 47,000 strong - driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

**Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.**

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts - planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers - leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

**Qualifications**:
AECOM Arabia are currently seeking a Director of Planning + Urban Analytics. The Director of Strategic Planning, Urban Analytics & Executive Reporting plays a critical role in leading and overseeing the strategic planning, urban analytics, and executive reporting functions for the Program. This senior leadership position is responsible for driving the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, leveraging data analytics to inform decision-making, and providing comprehensive executive reporting to support effective governance and program management.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and implement the strategic planning framework and processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Lead the strategic planning process, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to define strategic priorities, identify opportunities, and establish performance metrics and targets.
- Utilize urban analytics and data-driven insights to identify key trends, opportunities, and risks that impact the organization's strategic objectives.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather and analyze data, develop models, and generate actionable insights to support informed decision-making.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of executive reporting mechanisms, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of key performance indicators, milestones, and progress against strategic objectives.
- Prepare and deliver high-quality executive reports and presentations, providing clear and concise information on program performance, risks, and opportunities to support effective governance and decision-making at the executive level.
- Develop and implement processes for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of strategic initiatives, identifying areas for improvement, and making recommendations for adjustments, as necessary.
- Lead a team of professionals within the strategic planning, urban analytics, and executive reporting functions, providing guidance, coaching, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and departments to ensure alignment and integration of strategic planning efforts with other organizational initiatives and priorities.

Additional Information
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Economics, Urban Planning) or equivalent. A master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 20 years of proven experience in a senior-level role overseeing strategic planning, urban analytics, and executive reporting, preferably within the construction or infrastructure sectors.
- Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to translate organizational goals into actionable plans and initiatives.
- Deep understanding of urban analytics, data analysis, and data visualization techniques.
- Proficiency in using data analytics tools and software to derive insights and support decision-making.

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