Central Planning Engineer

About the role

The Central Planning Engineer is responsible for turning contracts, client requirements, site conditions and user behaviour into a complete, evidence‑based operating plan for ParkPoint projects. The role includes designing site layouts, traffic flows, user journeys and ensuring sites are set up as planned.

Key responsibilities

• Review RFPs, contracts and client requirements; conduct site surveys and measure occupancy, queues and traffic flows.
• Prepare site layouts, zoning and traffic‑flow plans using AutoCAD; define usable capacity, bottlenecks and allocation of spaces.
• Design end‑to‑end customer journeys for each user group and produce wayfinding briefs.
• Define system and control requirements, identify revenue leaks and specify transaction‑capture needs.
• Develop backup plans, SOPs and manual procedures for system or power failures.
• Determine manpower needs, create go‑live readiness checklists and verify on‑site implementation.
• Manage change control, maintain a single approved plan version and recommend continuous improvements.
• Deputise for the Central Intelligence Lead and lead planning projects with minimal supervision.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Traffic/Transportation, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, Urban Planning or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in parking, traffic or mobility planning, including at least 2 years leading planning work.
• Experience in high‑traffic sites such as malls, hospitals or airports; GCC experience preferred.
• Valid driving licence; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Required skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Advanced Excel skills.