We are seeking a skilled Urban Designer & Regional Planner with 3 to 5 years of experience in a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) environment preferably with an engineering background. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing urban planning and design projects ensuring sustainable functional and aesthetically pleasing urban environments. The role requires a solid understanding of urban design principles regional planning strategies and project management processes along with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver highquality clientfocused solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement urban design concepts and master plans for various projects including residential commercial industrial and mixeduse developments.
- Assist in the preparation of site analyses conceptual designs and detailed planning frameworks to address client needs and project goals.
- Incorporate sustainable urban design principles ensuring that planning solutions are environmentally friendly and socially inclusive.
- Work on regional planning projects that involve land use planning transportation planning infrastructure development and economic development strategies.
- Conduct thorough site analyses including land use patterns environmental constraints topography infrastructure and transportation networks.
- Gather and analyze demographic economic and social data to inform urban design and planning strategies.
- Assess the potential environmental impact of proposed development projects and suggest mitigation measures where needed.
- Collaborate with engineers architects landscape architects and other specialists to develop comprehensive planning solutions that address infrastructure environmental and community needs.
- Engage with clients local authorities and stakeholders to present design concepts gather feedback and refine urban planning strategies.
- Participate in public meetings workshops and presentations to communicate planning ideas and project progress to stakeholders and the general public.
- Coordinate urban design and planning activities across various disciplines within the PMC team ensuring that all aspects of the project are aligned with overall goals.
- Assist in managing project timelines budgets and resources ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within scope.
- Prepare project reports feasibility studies and planning documents to ensure effective communication with clients and stakeholders.
- Ensure that all urban design and planning projects comply with local regional and national regulations zoning codes and environmental standards.
- Prepare and submit planning applications zoning amendments and environmental assessments as required by the project.
- Maintain accurate and uptodate documentation of all urban planning activities including drawings reports and meeting notes.
- Integrate sustainability principles green building practices and smart city technologies into urban design and regional planning solutions.
- Promote walkability public transportation green spaces and ecofriendly infrastructure in urban design proposals.
- Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other data visualization tools to analyze spatial data and create maps diagrams and other visual representations of planning solutions.
- Incorporate GIS data into urban planning efforts to inform decisionmaking and optimize land use and infrastructure development.
- Develop urban design guidelines and standards for projects to ensure cohesive development patterns and highquality urban environments.
- Ensure that design guidelines align with community goals client objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Stay informed of the latest trends technologies and best practices in urban design and regional planning.
- Participate in research and innovation initiatives within the PMC to promote forwardthinking planning solutions that address future urban challenges.
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Urban Design Urban Planning Civil Engineering Architecture or a related field.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in urban design regional planning or related fields preferably in a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) environment.
- Solid understanding of urban planning principles site planning zoning regulations and land use planning.
- Proficiency in design and planning software such as AutoCAD SketchUp Adobe Creative Suite and GIS tools.
- Familiarity with engineering concepts and the ability to work with multidisciplinary teams in infrastructure development.
- Strong knowledge of sustainable urban design smart city concepts and green building principles.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with clients stakeholders and public authorities.
- Experience in preparing planning reports zoning applications and environmental assessments.
- Knowledge of local regiona l and national planning regulations and procedures .
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