Senior Urban Planner (Saudi National)

Parsons Transportation Group

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SA - Riyadh Until 8/24/2026 12+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted June 25, 2026 Last posted June 25, 2026
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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Urban Planner Saudi National to join our team! In this role you will get to lead the development and implementation of strategic urban planning policies and integrated housing and real estate development initiatives.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Lead the preparation and review of strategic urban plans, policies, and frameworks aligned with national and sectoral objectives.

  • Develop and manage housing and real estate development strategies, including land use optimization and supply enhancement initiatives.

  • Oversee the preparation of regional, master, and local plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and planning standards.

  • Coordinate with government entities, municipalities, and stakeholders to align development priorities and facilitate project delivery.

  • Conduct and review urban, socio-economic, and technical studies to support planning and investment decisions.

  • Contribute to the development and enhancement of planning codes, guidelines, and regulatory frameworks.

  • Monitor implementation of strategic plans and provide recommendations to improve efficiency, sustainability, and housing outcomes.

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring:

  • In-depth knowledge of the Saudi Building Code, national housing programs, and regulatory frameworks.

  • 12 years of experience

  • Strong capability to develop policies and guidelines supporting housing supply and real estate development.

  • Experience working with government entities, municipalities, and private developers.

  • Ability to align planning initiatives with Vision 2030 objectives and national housing strategies.

  • Advanced skills in data analysis, feasibility studies, and market assessments for real estate projects.

  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with experience mentoring junior staff.

  • Ability to manage multi-stakeholder environments and drive results under tight timelines.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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About this role

Summary

Lead urban planning policies, housing strategies, coordinate with stakeholders, ensure compliance.

Job title

Senior Urban Planner (Saudi National)

Experience level

12+ years

Minimum experience

12+ years exp

Industry

engineering and infrastructure

Location requirements

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Saudi Building Codenational housing programspolicy developmentdata analysisfeasibility studiesmarket assessments

Preferred skills

team managementmentoringmulti-stakeholder managementVision 2030 alignment

Specializations

urban planninghousing strategyreal estate developmentregulatory frameworksstakeholder coordination
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Riyadh Saudi Arabia

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