Egis Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Public Transport Planning Expert to contribute to the Qatar Public Transport Master Plan. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Qatar and the broader Middle East.
About the Role: Senior Public Transport Planning Expert
As a Senior Public Transport Planning Expert, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating public transport strategies across a variety of modes, including metro, bus, BRT/tram, DRT, and emerging mobility solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in developing and implementing effective and sustainable transport solutions that meet the needs of the community.
- Lead and coordinate public transport strategies across metro, bus, BRT/tram, DRT and emerging mobility modes.
- Prepare high-quality technical reports, presentations, and master plan deliverables.
- Review and enhance multimodal integration, especially first/last-mile and park-and-ride solutions.
- Provide strategic input on policy frameworks, governance structures, and regulatory aspects.
- Support scenario development, long-term modelling, and evaluation of strategic alternatives.
- Coordinate with key stakeholders such as MOT, Mowasalat, Qatar Rail, and Ashghal.
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge transfer within the team.
- Ensure recommendations align with international best practice while reflecting GCC and Qatar-specific conditions.
Responsibilities of the Senior Public Transport Planning Expert
The Senior Public Transport Planning Expert will be responsible for several key tasks, including developing multimodal transport planning frameworks and offering strategic mobility solutions. Multimodal transport planning is crucial for creating efficient and interconnected transport networks. You will also play a vital role in supporting the Qatar Public Transport Master Plan.
Qualifications for the Senior Public Transport Planning Expert Role
- Minimum 15 years of experience in public transport planning.
- Proven track record in national or regional transport/master planning.
- Strong Middle East experience; Qatar experience is highly preferred.
- Proficiency in network design, service planning, and multimodal integration.
- Familiarity with transport modelling tools (VISUM) is an advantage.
- Strong communication skills (English, Arabic is a plus).
- Master’s degree in Transport Planning, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (PhD is a plus).
Egis Group: Shaping the Future of Transport
Egis is committed to developing innovative and sustainable solutions in the transport sector. By joining our team as a Senior Public Transport Planning Expert, you will have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects and make a significant impact on communities. We also partner with industry leaders like Arup, and Mott MacDonald.
As a Senior Public Transport Planning Expert at Egis, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping Qatar’s transport infrastructure, enhancing mobility and accessibility for all. Your role is integral to our commitment to sustainable and resilient urban development.
