Company Overview:
Dar, the founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization specializing in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals, Dar connects people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. We deliver projects from inception through completion, embracing challenges to empower communities worldwide. Learn more at Dar Al-Handasah and Sidaracollaborative.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Airport Planner to join our Transportation department, focusing on the planning and development of both small and large-scale airports. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in market research, forecasting, and the overall development of airport infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
1) Market Research and Forecasting
- Conduct market research and formulate various types of forecasts for airport business segments, including commercial airports, general aviation, and cargo operations.
- Assess and develop flight schedules based on forecasts.
2) Demand Analysis
- Analyze peak demand for terminal buildings on an hourly and daily basis.
- Develop airfield layout plans in compliance with international codes and standards, including ICAO and FAA guidelines, particularly applicable to the MENA region.
3) Capacity Assessment
- Assess the capacity of different runway configurations (dual/triple approach runways) and estimate taxi times.
- Develop requirements for ancillary buildings, including built-up areas and staffing needs.
4) Master Planning and Quality Assurance
- Manage, prepare, and ensure QA/QC of airport master plans and layout plans.
- Create alternative design standards for environmental assessments and site selection studies.
- Conduct aeronautical surveys, instrument approach feasibility studies, safety and security analyses, and benefit-cost analysis studies.
- Stay updated on FAA planning and design aspects.
5) Communication and Coordination
- Gather and analyze data, engage in technical writing, and prepare proposals.
- Participate in client meetings and presentations, coordinating effectively with airport authorities.
6) Leadership and Mentorship
- Supervise and manage junior staff throughout all stages of transport demand model production.
- Demonstrate strong leadership qualities and effective communication skills.
Requirements:
- Proven extended experience in airport planning and development.
- Proficiency in Aviation Simulation Tools (e.g., AviPLAN, AirTop, CAST, Capacity Modeling software for Terminal Building).
- Strong analytical, technical writing, and proposal preparation skills.
- Leadership experience, with a capability to mentor junior staff.
- Excellent communication and management abilities.
- Excellent command of English, both written and verbal.
* While we carefully review all applications, only candidates meeting the specified requirements will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest.
