Architecture Director Master Planning Urban Development

4 days ago


Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Parsons Oman Full time

We're looking for a highly experienced Architecture Director to lead our master planning and urban development initiatives at Parsons Oman. As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for providing strategic advisory services on master planning, urban development, landscape design, mobility solutions, and governance frameworks.

This role requires strong expertise in urban planning principles, governance structures, and stakeholder collaboration to drive successful planning and development outcomes. You'll work closely with internal teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders to ensure effective communication and alignment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert guidance on master planning, urban development, landscape design, mobility solutions, and governance frameworks.
  • Evaluate and provide strategic insights on portfolio projects, ensuring alignment with urban planning best practices.
  • Develop and implement policies, frameworks, and guidelines to improve planning processes and governance structures.
  • Conduct comparative analysis of regulatory frameworks to enhance master planning methodologies.
  • Act as a liaison between internal teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
  • Engage with government agencies, private developers, and regulatory bodies to facilitate seamless integration of planning initiatives.
  • Represent the team in meetings with Development Companies (DevCos) and consultants, offering expert insights and recommendations.
  • Support cross-functional collaboration to ensure planning strategies align with broader project and organizational goals.
  • Lead and contribute to governance investigations and procedural improvements, enhancing regulatory and operational frameworks.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance regulatory compliance and ensure adherence to local and international planning standards.
  • Support the development of standardized templates, processes, and models to improve efficiency in master planning.
  • Facilitate knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance team expertise and professional development.
  • Mentor junior staff, providing technical guidance and oversight on planning tasks.
  • Develop training materials, best practice documentation, and advisory reports to support continuous learning.
  • Promote a collaborative and high-performing team culture, encouraging innovation and knowledge exchange.
  • Conduct industry research and analysis to integrate the latest trends and best practices into master planning strategies.
  • Identify and implement value-added initiatives, including improvements to planning methodologies, RFP models, and design guidelines.


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