Strategic Planning & Policies - Lead

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

We are seeking a visionary and decisive Lead Strategic Planning & Policies professional to join our dynamic team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for driving the organization's strategic direction and developing comprehensive policies to support our long-term goals.

• Lead the development and implementation of strategic plans aligned with organizational objectives
• Oversee the creation, revision, and implementation of company-wide policies
• Conduct in-depth market analysis and research to identify emerging trends and opportunities
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define and articulate the company's vision and mission
• Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of strategic initiatives
• Present strategic recommendations and policy updates to executive management and stakeholders
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of strategic projects
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented strategies and policies, making adjustments as needed
• Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in strategic planning

• 20 + years of experience in strategic planning or a related field
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful strategic initiatives
• Strong expertise in policy development and implementation
• Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills
• Advanced project management and team leadership abilities
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in strategic planning tools and methodologies
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• In-depth knowledge of industry trends and best practices
• Understanding of regulatory environments and compliance requirements
• Experience working in the Middle East region preferred
• Ability to think critically and strategically in a fast-paced, global environment

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.