Develop and implement infrastructure plan aligned with the company’s master development vision, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective infrastructure solutions that comply with statutory requirements and guidelinesLead the preparation of infrastructure planning frameworks, design standards, and technical guidelines for the company’s marquee masterplansPartner with the Head of Infrastructure Management to optimize capacity utilization across infrastructure systems, supporting future growth and operational efficiency while ensuring sustainability targets are metProvide input for the annual OPEX & CAPEX infrastructure planning budgets, developing detailed cost models for infrastructure components across the company’s developmentsPartner with the public realm and other infrastructure services team, ensuring infrastructure planning integrates harmoniously with public spacesDevelop infrastructure planning criteria that enhance the unique character and requirements of each development while maintaining the company’s overall standards of excellenceInfrastructure Planning and Technical Expertise:Lead the infrastructure planning team in developing comprehensive infrastructure master plans for new projects and reviewing/enhancing existing plans for operational developmentsOversee high-level concept development and infrastructure planning briefs, ensuring alignment with technical standards and master development objectivesConduct detailed capacity studies and demand forecasting for infrastructure systems, including utilities, transportation networks, and public facilitiesDrive the optimization of infrastructure designs for efficiency, cost, and sustainability, conducting detailed technical reviews and providing solutions for complex infrastructure challengesAddress outstanding infrastructure legacy scope across the Master Development portfolios.Partner with other teams within the infrastructure management to manage the development of infrastructure parameter updates, technical assessments (LUC/AGFA/amalgamation), and allocation planning for utility plots and ROW requirementsOversee the preparation of technical specifications, design guidelines, and planning frameworks for:Mobility & Access: Transportation planning, road networks, accessibility standards, and smart mobility solutionsDry Services: Power distribution systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and related utilitiesWet Services: Water supply networks, sewerage systems, irrigation, stormwater managementPublic Realm: Technical requirements for public spaces and community amenitiesCoordination and Stakeholder Management:Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders throughout all project phases, ensuring infrastructure planning aligns with design and delivery timelinesInterface with master development teams for assigned projects and other developments to integrate infrastructure planning with each project's unique vision and requirementsCollaborate with the Authorities Relations function to develop strategic approaches for infrastructure planning approvals and modificationsManage relationships with external planning consultants, ensuring deliverables meet the company’s quality standards and technical requirementsProvide technical guidance and support to internal teams on infrastructure planning matters, serving as a subject matter expert for complex planning challengesRepresent the Infrastructure Management team in technical planning meetings with stakeholders, articulating infrastructure planning requirements and solutionsTechnical Governance and Quality Assurance:Establish and implement infrastructure planning standards, methodologies, and technical requirements that ensure consistency and excellence across the company’s portfolioMonitor quality assurance frameworks for infrastructure planning deliverables, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with best practicesCreate specialized technical resources and planning templates that enhance efficiency and reduce dependency on external consultantsCoordinate with the company/its verticals to ensure infrastructure planning activities comply with international standards and UAE regulationsDevelop and implement data-driven approaches to infrastructure planning, leveraging advanced modelling and analysis techniquesUndertake technical reviews processes for infrastructure planning submissions, ensuring rigorous evaluation of proposals against established criteriaMonitor compliance with infrastructure planning frameworks and identify opportunities for process improvementsPropose technical planning solutions for complex infrastructure challenges that arise during project developmentInnovation and Continuous Improvement:Research and recommend innovative infrastructure planning solutions and technologies that enhance the value and performance of the company’s developments.Benchmark the company’s infrastructure planning practices against global leaders in master development to identify improvement opportunitiesParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives for infrastructure planning processes, tools, and methodologiesSupport Head Infrastructure Management to integrate cutting-edge planning approaches and sustainable technologies into infrastructure designsSupport digital transformation of infrastructure planning processes by implementing advanced modelling tools, data analytics, and visualization technologiesCapture lessons learned and best practices in infrastructure planningTeam Leadership and DevelopmentProvide mentorship and technical guidance to infrastructure planning team members, enhancing overall capability and expertiseCreate structured development opportunities for junior staff to gain exposure to diverse planning challenges across the company’s portfolioImplement knowledge sharing protocols that enhance team capabilities and promote consistent application of planning standardsNurture and guide talent within the infra planning team, creating succession plans for key positionsFoster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence within the infrastructure planning functionCollaborate with other Infrastructure Management functions to ensure integrated approaches to infrastructure development.