SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Transport Economist to join our team in Mekkah. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering transport economic analysis for large-scale infrastructure projects across the Gulf region. The ideal applicant will have a robust consultancy background, extensive experience in transport studies, and proven regional exposure.

• Lead and deliver transport economics components in multi-disciplinary projects (feasibility studies, CBA, demand forecasting, transport modelling, PPP, etc.).
• Develop and review economic models to assess project viability and strategic options.
• Conduct cost-benefit and socio-economic impact analyses for public transport, rail, road, and urban mobility projects.
• Prepare, present, and defend technical reports and analysis to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, environmental specialists, and client representatives.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, supporting their professional development.
• Engage in business development, contributing to proposals, bids, and client presentations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant international standards and local regulatory requirements in the Middle East, ideally in Saudi Arabia.
• Stay abreast of economic trends, transport policy, and innovations influencing the region.

• Minimum 14 years of Overall professional Experience
• Minimum 7 years’ relevant experience as a transport economist, with regional professional Experience being advantageous.
• Bachelor’s degree in economics, Transport Planning, Engineering, or related field (master’s preferred).
• Prior experience in a consultancy environment is essential.
• Demonstrated expertise in economic modelling, cost-benefit analysis (CBA), demand forecasting, economic appraisal.
• Track record of delivering economic assessments for large and complex transport infrastructure projects (e.g., metro, LRT, BRT, highways, multimodal hubs).
• Strong understanding of the Gulf’s transport sector, market dynamics, and regulatory landscape.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presenting findings to clients.
• Proven project management and leadership skills.
• Fluency in English is mandatory; knowledge of Arabic is advantageous

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.