Job description
Role Overview
Senior Terminal Planner at Surbana Jurong Group for a major aviation project in Jeddah.
Company Overview
Surbana Jurong (SJ) is a leading global urban, infrastructure, and managed services consulting firm headquartered in Singapore. SJ is a diverse collective of experts delivering sustainable and high-impact solutions across the built environment, driven by a vision to build cities and shape lives. This position is part of the Programme Management Consultancy (PMC) team.
Role Purpose
Oversee the planning, analysis, and design coordination of terminal facilities to ensure seamless passenger experience, operational efficiency, and compliance with international aviation standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated, innovative, and future-ready terminal concepts.
Key Responsibilities
Terminal Planning and Design
- Lead and oversee terminal planning activities, including spatial layout design, functional area development, and passenger flow optimization.
- Develop terminal concepts and planning reports that align with client objectives and international best practices.
- Conduct capacity assessments, demand forecasting, and terminal operational analyses to inform design and planning decisions.
Design Coordination and Validation
- Coordinate with architecture, engineering, MEP, ICT, and baggage handling system teams to ensure cohesive terminal design solutions.
- Review and validate design deliverables, ensuring alignment with project requirements and operational needs.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Support stakeholder engagement and present terminal planning findings and recommendations to project teams and clients.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Aviation Planning, Transportation Planning, or a related field.
- Minimum of 12 years of experience in airport terminal planning.
- Proven involvement in large-scale aviation or infrastructure projects.
- In-depth understanding of airport terminal operations, IATA Level of Service (LoS), and terminal capacity planning methodologies.
- Experience with terminal simulation tools such as CAST, AnyLogic, or Simio is highly desirable.
- Previous experience working within a PMC or consultancy environment is an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Comprehensive knowledge of ICAO, IATA, and GACA standards and guidelines.
- Strong analytical, spatial planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office Suite.