Principal Urban Designer

We are seeking a Principal Urban Designer to join our Landscape team in India. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated architect to contribute to impactful marine infrastructure projects across global offices and continue developing their technical expertise in a supportive high-performing team.

To perform this role successfully the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Take ownership and lead small to medium landscape and urban design projects and work packages.
• Draft technical reports and contractual documents of acceptable technical and presentation quality with minimum guidance
• Work to a program for the project and proactively advice team members of any issue which affects the efficient completion of the project
• Set out/ agree design standards and parameters with Senior team members
• Check the work of team members and ensure the quality of deliverables meet the AECOM standards of delivery and client expectations.
• Candidate must undertake responsibility for completion of specifically assigned tasks to time and cost.
•  Candidate must be willing to undertake and be part of interdisciplinary technical co-ordination with other disciplines and departments participating on an assigned project.
•   Candidate should be able to assign work to junior team members and BIM technologists. Use business related software independently with ability to guide junior team members.
• Candidates should demonstrate competency in softwares clear communications skills to gain understanding of the required tasks quick and a methodical decision-making approach for the design & related tasks
• Assist in the production of drawings including plans grading section elevations perspective 3D model and reports
• Complete drafting assignments by applying standardized design techniques during a portion of a project and working from the designs of others
•  Produce graphic renderings from schematics by hand or using computer softwares
• Candidate must have good communication skills.
• Candidate must have the ability to work on CD SD DD TD and IFC stages.

Qualifications :

Heres what were looking for:

•  Masters degree in Urban Design from universities of international repute or from India.
•  Must have good experience delivering Urban Design/ Public Realm and Master planning projects in the private or public sectors
• Must be familiar with design tender and construction processes. International experience of the UK Middle East or APAC regions will be considered an added advantage.
•  Must be proficient in design detailing and construction techniques
•  Must be proficient in but not limited to AutoCAD Revit Adobe Creative Suite (photoshop InDesign and Illustrator) MS Office SketchUp Rhino Arch GIS and rendering softwares like Lumion/ Enscape/ Twinmotion. Advanced experience of BIM related software in Urban Design/ Infrastructure works will be considered an added advantage

Additional Information :

Our Freedom to Grow hybrid working philosophy is the cornerstone of our success as a business supporting a culture of flexibility trust and performance at AECOM.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time