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Role Overview
Consultant - Urban Advisory at AECOM, Dubai. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing the research, evidence and strategic narratives that underpin advisory projects, thought leadership and business development activities.
Company Overview
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader and a Fortune 500 firm with revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The company is committed to delivering a better world by solving clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. AECOM's teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle — from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.
Role Purpose
The Consultant will undertake and lead independent research, working with quantitative and qualitative information from a wide range of sources. The role combines independent research, planning and design awareness, analytical thinking and strong communication skills with an ability to understand the commercial and strategic context in which clients make decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Research & Evidence Development
- Lead and undertake high-quality independent research across urban planning, design, transport, infrastructure, real estate, economics, policy, technology and related themes.
- Critically assess evidence, challenge assumptions, identify emerging trends and draw connections across disciplines to help frame problems and build persuasive arguments.
- Apply appropriate analytical and research tools, including responsible use of AI-enabled research methods, while maintaining rigorous source validation, critical judgement and quality control.
Strategic Narratives & Communication
- Develop clear, evidence-led narratives that connect research findings to planning, design, engineering and investment decisions.
- Translate complex technical, spatial and quantitative information into concise and accessible insights suitable for senior clients and decision-makers.
- Contribute to the preparation of high-quality reports, presentations, monographs, thought leadership pieces and other client-facing material.
Project & Portfolio Management
- Manage multiple projects concurrently, maintaining clarity, consistency, and momentum across all stages of delivery.
- Develop and maintain a strong understanding of emerging issues affecting cities and infrastructure across the Middle East, while drawing on relevant global research and precedent.
- Contribute to the continuous development of the Advisory team's research methodologies, knowledge base and approaches to communicating complex ideas.
Collaboration & Integration
- Collaborate with planners, urban designers, engineers, economists, transport specialists, infrastructure teams and other disciplines to develop integrated perspectives on complex urban challenges.
Business Development
- Support business development by researching emerging markets, sectors, clients and investment themes and identifying opportunities where AECOM's capabilities can respond to evolving client needs.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of 10 years post-undergraduate experience.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline field.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Experience within Urban/Masterplanning, Economics, Policy, and Development Strategy is required for the role.
Additional Information
- All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
- AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
- Benefits eligibility depends on employment status.