Urban Planner

Job Overview and Qualifications

We are seeking an experienced Urban Planner with a degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, or a closely related discipline. Candidates who possess interdisciplinary skills across planning, architecture, landscape design, and urban development are highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities and Expertise

• Design and develop large-scale urban projects by applying strong conceptual and urban design expertise.
• Create land-use plans, block layouts, street profiles, and public space concepts with an understanding of urban morphology and placemaking fundamentals.
• Assist in preparing comprehensive Master Plans such as CMP, DMP, and SMP, including urban design guidelines, presentation decks, and detailed technical documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders to ensure coordinated project outcomes.

Technical Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated proficiency in CAD and Adobe Creative Suite applications.
• Experience or knowledge of Revit and Geographic Information Systems like ArcGIS or QGIS is beneficial.
• Competency with 3D modeling tools such as Rhino with Grasshopper, SketchUp, or ENVI-met platforms.
• Understanding of local development control rules and planning approval workflows, preferably aligned with Saudi Arabian urban planning policies.
• Familiarity with sustainable urban design, mobility integration, and public realm design concepts.
• Strong graphic representation skills for diagrams and layouts.
• Excellent communication abilities in English, both written and verbal.

Additional Skills

The ideal candidate has a solid analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail and a proven history of problem-solving within urban development contexts.