Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
As an accomplished Director of Transport Planning, I have significant experience across the UK and Middle East with expertise that covers developing sustainable, future-proof, multi-modal mobility solutions encompassing active modes, public transport and highways. Currently is serving as the elected Chair of Chartered Institute of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) Middle East. I have a range of critical strengths including developing feasibility studies, business cases and financial modelling; creating / implementing strategic plans and directing multiple projects; controlling budgets and divisional P&L; leveraging interactions as a change agent; and leading / developing / motivating multifunctional teams. My standout successes include: growing the KSA client base and developing a division with highly utilised specialist staff; recovering a distressed project that resulted in winning significant new projects for the business; and mitigating severe congestion on Dubai’s main road problem through applying 'war room' strategy with team. In my current role as Director of KSA & International (previously director of Special Projects Unit), I am responsible for business planning and day-to-day operations of the KSA & International, which undertakes bespoke and first-time specialist projects, alongside full responsibility for all the projects across KSA. In this role, I lead Planners and Principal Consultants with specialised skills, alongside personnel from other divisions when employed on KSA & International projects. As can be seen, I am an experienced and committed strategic transport planning leader with a solid professional background and a dedication to success. I utilise these attributes to provide exceptional service to my employers and clients, and deliver consistent results as a thought leader and through leading and developing high-performing teams, who consistently achieve goals and optimise returns. Specialties: Strategic Leadership ✔️ Project Directorship ✔️ Budget Management ✔️ Business Development & Marketing ✔️ Feasibility Studies ✔️ Urban Regeneration ✔️ Transport / Mobility Demand Forecasting ✔️ Technical Oversight ✔️ Business Case Development / Appraisal ✔️ Mega Development Strategies ✔️ Multi-modal Transport Studies ✔️ Crowd Management / Simulation ✔️ Risk Analysis ✔️ Micro-Simulation Modelling Memberships: Chair Chartered Institute of Highways and Transport (CIHT) Middle East Fellow Member CIHT Fellow Member Royal Geographical Society Chartered Member Institute Logistics and Transportation
Vice Chair of Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation. CIHT is committed to promoting and supporting professionals in the highways and transportation sector. The organisation focuses on professional development, advancing knowledge, and improving practices in transportation and infrastructure management. CIHT also plays a significant role in influencing policy and promoting best practices globally. For more information, please visit our website: https://www.ciht.org.uk/