EOI - Urban Solutions Senior Consultant

Hatch is seeking an Senior Consultant to join its global multi-disciplinary Urban Solutions practice in the Middle East. 

The Urban Solutions team brings together experts in development strategy and economics, social impact, urban planning and design/master planning, and transport planning as well as all the strategic and technical capabilities found within Hatch to inspire positive change in cities and communities across the world.

Urban Solutions at Hatch was established in 2016 and has grown organically since then, including two integrations, one in the UK and one in Australia. It currently has approximately 90 staff based in 12 Hatch offices worldwide. The next phase of growth will be further geographical expansion along with additional capabilities such as master planning and delivery of large-scale developments, particularly transit-oriented developments, industrial areas and free zones, and mixed-use hubs and recreational complexes

Reporting to the Regional Director for Urban Solutions, the Senior Consultant will be based in Abu Dhabi and will be responsible for growing our presence across the Middle East and contributing to the global Urban Solutions business practice, in coordination with colleagues around the world.  The Senior Consultant will provide leadership on deliverables and further develop the business, including responsibility for bidding on projects, delivering successful projects, and promoting the Hatch brand in the Middle East.

Hatch is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary professional services firm, established for over 60 years, that delivers a comprehensive array of technical and strategic services. Our global network of 9,000 professionals work on the world’s toughest challenges. Our experience spans over 150 countries around the world in the metals, energy, infrastructure, digital, and investments market sectors.

Responsibilities: 

• Act as a trusted team member of the Hatch’s Urban Solutions business and contribute to the growth of the practice in the market through successful submission of bids and competent execution of project deliverables
• Liaise, network and encourage collaboration across Hatch’s disciplines and businesses that contribute to the Urban Solutions offer
• Project bidding including support on technical and commercial proposals
• Support in creating a market presence for Hatch in the Middle East including the preparation and update of capability statement and company brochures
• Responsible for technical leadership in strategy, advisory, planning, design and/or other technical disciplines  
• Experience dealing with local authorities having jurisdiction on regulatory compliance aspects such as DDA, Trakhees, Dubai Municipality, DMT, RCRC and Riyadh/ Jeddah Amanah.
• Prepare and review design reports and project specifications
• Delivery of a wide range of projects across mixed use/ commercial/ residential/ industrial uses
• Thorough knowledge of preparation of reports including concept and detailed master planning reports, urban design guidelines and DCR’s.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Sketchup and associated presentation tools such as - Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and MS Office suites. Also, Revit, CityEngine and BIM360 is encouraged.
• Design assessment, technical and QAQC reviews

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree (Masters preferred) in economics, planning, urban design, real estate, or related fields;
• 5+ years of experience in urban development consulting or a related field
• Previous experience in a consultancy environment
• Demonstrated experience managing complex multidisciplinary projects and teams
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Demonstrable research skills and project delivery
• The ability to work collaboratively; build relationships and influence effectively, with colleagues, clients and stakeholders
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills in complex and changing environments.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you:

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.