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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.
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Skills Required
- Saudi National
- In-depth knowledge of the Saudi Building Code, national housing programs, and regulatory frameworks
- 12 years of experience
- Experience developing 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 mentoring experience
- Ability to manage multi-stakeholder environments and deliver under tight timelines
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
