Junior Master Planner

About Egis

Egis is a global leader providing services in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, and mobility. Focused on sustainable, climate-responsive infrastructure and buildings, Egis operates in 70 countries with 23,500 staff. Its Middle East operations employ 3,500 people across eight countries, delivering over 700 complex developments that promote economic growth and enhance quality of life. The firm is ranked among the top ten Middle East engineering companies by ENR, serving governments, investors, and developers with comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management solutions.

Role Overview

The Junior Master Planner will contribute to master planning and urban design projects of varying scale, supporting small to large developments primarily within the UAE. Reporting to a lead urban design/master planning specialist, this role involves assisting with planning layouts, client and authority submissions, and collaborating across disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Create master planning layouts, diagrams, sketches, and illustrations using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Conduct research and analysis to support master planning and urban design tasks.
• Collaborate closely with landscape designers, architects, and infrastructure engineers to deliver coordinated multidisciplinary projects under supervision.
• Provide creative input in master planning and urban design under guidance.
• Develop technical details such as urban design guidelines and master planning numerical tabulations to ensure precise, high-quality data.
• Produce master plan drawings, reports, and presentations utilizing Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Demonstrate innovative problem-solving skills to identify effective design solutions.
• Communicate progress clearly and on time to project leads, adhering to deadlines.
• Assist in compiling submission materials for government and regulatory authorities, specifically within Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to secure planning approvals.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience generating conceptual master plan designs, illustrative layouts, and basic numerical calculations.
• Ability to update clients on project progress with prior guidance from leadership.
• Creative mindset coupled with foundational knowledge of current best practices in master planning.
• Proactive and committed attitude, willing to exceed expectations to support team leadership effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in design and numerical software including Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team with initiative and ownership.
• Competence in 3D modeling tools such as Rhino and SketchUp.