Senior Urban Planner
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30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Urban Planner to join our dynamic team in Amman. As a key member of our urban development department you will be deeply involved in the design and coordination of masterplans at multiple scales through innovative and sustainable urban planning initiatives.
- Lead and manage complex Master Planning projects from conception to implementation.
- Develop comprehensive land use plans zoning regulations spatial frameworks and urban design guidelines. Defining block structure street hierarchy and public realm concepts.
- Define development parameters (FAR densities plot ratios heigh controls setbacks) and oversee preparation of DCRs and planning documentation.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of demographic economic and environmental data to inform planning decisions.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (architecture infrastructure landscape mobility environment utilities) to ensure integrated masterplan delivery.
- Prepare and present strategic reports planning justifications and technical submissions to clients and government authorities.
- Integrate sustainability resilience microclimate responsiveness and smart city strategies into urban development frameworks.
- Mentor junior planners and contribute to the overall growth of the planning team.
- Stay current with emerging trends and best practices in urban planning and sustainable development.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor and Masters degree in Urban Planning or a closely related field
- Professional certification is preferred
- Minimum 10 years of experience in urban planning with a focus on large-scale urban development projects.
- Having mixed skills (Planning Urban Architecture Landscape) is highly appreciated.
- Proven experience leading planning stages such as CMP DMP SMP or equivalent Master Planning phases.
- Strong design skills in large-scale Master Planning with the ability to translate vision into structured buildable masterplans and design guidelines
- Proficiency in CAD and Adobe applications is required while experience or familiarity with Revit and GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS QGIS) will be considered an advantage.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent data analysis and visualization capabilities
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English; Spanish language proficiency is highly desirable
- In-depth knowledge of Saudi Arabias urban planning regulations and policies will be considered an advantage.
- Demonstrated experience in sustainable urban design and smart city concepts.
- Experience with urban microsimulation tools as an advantage.
- Proven track record of successful collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to think strategically and develop visionary urban planning solutions.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
Egis is a leading global architecture, consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work side by side with clients to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world.
