urban design consultant

United Nations

<div><div><div><div>Result of Service
</div><div>The objective of this assignment is to deliver full feasibility studies that can play a crucial role in the successful execution of Urban Development Interventions to Promote Investments, Smart Applications and Livable Dahab City.
</div></div><div><div>Work Location
</div><div>Cairo, Egypt
</div></div><div><div>Expected duration
</div><div>6 months part-time
</div></div><div><div>Duties and Responsibilities
</div><div>Organizational Setting UN Habitat is the United Nations Agency for Human Settlements mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities and to foster collaboration between urban actors. Its aim is to create inclusive, resilient, and equitable urban spaces with the mission to improve the living conditions of people in urban areas to achieve sustainable development. Background: Urbanization is a key driver of development, and cities are seen to be on the frontline of many of the global challenges the world is currently facing. In Egypt, 75% of the GDP is generated in urban areas and 80% of the jobs are in existing cities. However, unplanned urbanization and rapid encroachment the valuable agricultural and desert land surrounding cities and rural settlements result in rapid growth of informal, unplanned urban expansion. Over 16 million urban inhabitants live today in informal and unplanned settlements around urban areas. Moreover, urban population in Egypt is not evenly distributed among its cities, 96 percent of total population lives on 4 percent of the total national area, while the remaining percentage spread on 96 percent of the total inhibited area. This lead to more imbalances where 68 percent of the total population are living in three regions, Greater Cairo Region, Alexandria and Delta; representing 1.8 percent of Egypt&rsquo;s total area, while 77 cities comprise 4 percent of the urban population. Urban planning and management plays an important role in ensuring urbanization values are optimized, captured, and fairly distributed among urban and rural population. In Egypt, efforts to improve urban planning and management practices varies largely in their nature and effectiveness. The Ministry of Housing, Utilities and urban communities plays an effective role in guiding policies and programmes to improve urban development tools and programmes. In 2024, the UN-Habitat and the Ministry of Local Development (MOLD) signed a new project titled Identification of Priority Urban Development Interventions to Promote Investments, Smart Applications and Livable Dahab City. The project is Funded by the Islamic Development Bank and aims to inclusively improve the livelihood and living conditions for the population of Dahab city through identifying, prioritizing and advancing urban and social development interventions and improving urban governance. Duties and Responsibilities Through the application of a participatory project selection tool and a series of consultations with local stakeholders, an integrated priority project in the urban development sector was identified: 1. Urban upgrading of El Assala area and its affiliated residential urban expansion areas along with the Integrated development of Wadi Dahab area The project will undergo pre-feasibility studies and will proceed to a full feasibility study, to be carried out in coordination with the technical design consultant, legal consultant, and local economic development consultant, in order to prepare it for implementation. (Detailed project cards and locations will be provided for upon the start of the consultancy.) Reporting Line : Under the overall supervision and direct supervision of the Urban Development Programme manager in coordination with the Ministry of Local Development, the incumbent of the post will have to fulfil the following duties and responsibilities: The consultant will lead the 1 pre-feasibility study, 1 feasibility study, and procurement and tender packages for the selected feasible project, ensuring its technical, legal, financial, and environmental viability while aligning with best practices and stakeholder objectives. 1. Pre-Feasibility Assessment: The consultant will conduct a preliminary analysis to assess the projects&rsquo; viability before detailed studies: 1.1. Concept Review: Evaluate the project scope for adequacy and supplement with additional research and data, referencing comparable projects where necessary. 1.2. Global Best Practices: Analyze successful project execution and operation strategies globally. 1.3. Sector Needs and Regulations: Assess current sector practices, facility requirements, and regulatory frameworks governing construction and operation. 1.4. Legal Review: Examine relevant international, national, and local laws to identify legal processes, requirements, and barriers to project implementation (in close coordination with the legal studies consultant). 1.5. Market Demand and Financial Assessment: Conduct market research, demand estimation, and initial financial and economic analysis, including value-for-money assessments and potential cost-recovery mechanisms (in close coordination with the finance and local resources consultant). 1.6. Environmental and Social Risks: Evaluate preliminary environmental and social impacts, associated risks, and mitigation measures. 1.7. Stakeholder Analysis: Identify the key stakeholders for each project, their interests, and their potential impact on the project's viability. 1.8. Procurement Options: Assess procurement modalities to determine the best value-for-money approach. 1.9. Prefeasibility templates: Design prefeasibility templates that can be used by local government representatives to assess the feasibility of future projects 2. Comprehensive Feasibility Study: The consultant will prepare a detailed feasibility study covering: 2.1. Demand Study: 2.1.1. Identify user requirements and forecast demand growth using clear methodologies. 2.1.2. Define necessary assets and quality standards to deliver services effectively. 2.2. Technical Analysis: 2.2.1. Collaborate with project designers to refine configurations, evaluate site conditions, and identify required land options. 2.2.2. Estimate lifecycle costs, analyze technical options, and explore ancillary revenue opportunities. 2.2.3. Collaborate with the project designer to finalize the preferred technical and commercial project configuration. 2.3. Legal and Regulatory Compliance : 2.3.1. Conduct legal due diligence, assess institutional roles, and recommend solutions for regulatory approvals, land acquisition, and institutional challenges (in close coordination with the legal studies consultant). 2.3.2. Address environmental and social compliance, including impact assessments, mitigation plans, and community engagement strategies. 2.4. Financial Structuring: 2.4.1. Develop a financial model detailing project cash flow, financing needs, and government support assumptions (in close coordination with the finance and local resources consultant). 2.4.2. Conduct sensitivity analysis and recommend cost recovery and alternative revenue mechanisms. 2.4.3. Design the business model for each project as well as the management arrangements. 2.4.4. Evaluate business and financing models including Islamic finance tools for identified projects, including cost recovery mechanisms, and recommend the most viable and bankable structure (in close coordination with the finance and local resources consultant). 2.4.5. Promote the project to potential bidders, including private sector entities, financial institutions, and NGOs. 2.5. Economic Feasibility: 2.5.1. Evaluate economic costs and benefits, assess feasibility under different risk scenarios, and propose financing strategies. 2.5.2. Prepare a comprehensive term sheet outlining key project metrics, performance requirements, and risk allocation. 2.6. Risk Analysis: Develop a detailed risk matrix, quantifying and categorizing risks by probability, impact, and mitigation strategies. 2.7. Feasibility studies templates: Design simple feasibility studies templates that can be used as a guide for future feasibility studies. 3. Procurement and Bidding Support 3.1. Procurement Strategy: Define a timeline for procurement and contract signing, ensuring alignment with applicable laws and regulations. 3.2. Bidding Documentation: Prepare all necessary documents, including RFQ, RFP, draft contracts, evaluation criteria, and bid forms, while ensuring compliance with applicable organizational rules. 3.3. Procurement Implementation Support: Support in overseeing the procurement process from pre-qualification to financial closure, advising on mechanisms to ensure fair competition and robust bids. 3.4. Bidder Guidance: Support bidder evaluation, selection, and negotiation to secure favorable project terms. 3.5. Government Coordination: Identify required actions from government entities and develop plans to secure their cooperation. 3.6. Finalization: Facilitate contract finalization and financial closure, ensuring seamless transition into the implementation phase. 4. Collaboration and Engagement: Over the timeline of the consultancy, the consultant is expected to do the following. 4.1. Work collaboratively with project experts, and project team members to align feasibility studies with overall project strategies. 4.2. Hold meetings to gather feedback from local community, potential investors and financial institutions on the commercial potential of the proposed project structure and risk allocation. 4.3. Coordinate closely with the local government and affiliated ministries to ensure proper endorsement. 4.4. Assess the capacity of the potential project stakeholders to implement and/or operate the project and identify any technical support required for successful implementation and operation, including any changes to the project, financial/commercial structuring and regulatory complexity 4.5. Present findings, analyses, and recommendations to key stakeholders, including government authorities and community representatives. 4.6. Conduct a capacity building training on feasibility studies for priority investment projects to local government representatives 4.7. Ensure the alignment of studies with sustainable development goals and the city's strategic urban development plan, identified national plans and UN-Habitat guidelines.
</div></div><div><div>Qualifications/special skills
</div><div>Advanced university degree in in business administration, urban economy, economics, or a related field is required. A first level degree with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of Master&rsquo;s degree. &bull; A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Business Administration, Finance Economics, or other related fields is required. &bull; Proven experience in conducting feasibility studies is required. &bull; Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis are desirable. &bull; Experience in conducting feasibility studies/business models for urban development projects is desirable. &bull; Experience with international organizations and previous work with local government agencies or national counterparts is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><div>For this position Fluency in both oral and written Arabic and basic English is required.
</div></div><div><div>Additional Information
</div><div>Not available.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

Feasibility Study National Consultant – Housing and Urban Upgrading

<div><div><div><div>Result of Service
</div><div>The objective of this assignment is to deliver full feasibility studies that can play a crucial role in the successful execution of Urban Development Interventions to Promote Investments, Smart Applications and Livable Dahab City.
</div></div><div><div>Work Location
</div><div>Cairo, Egypt
</div></div><div><div>Expected duration
</div><div>6 months part-time
</div></div><div><div>Duties and Responsibilities
</div><div>Organizational Setting UN Habitat is the United Nations Agency for Human Settlements mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities and to foster collaboration between urban actors. Its aim is to create inclusive, resilient, and equitable urban spaces with the mission to improve the living conditions of people in urban areas to achieve sustainable development. Background: Urbanization is a key driver of development, and cities are seen to be on the frontline of many of the global challenges the world is currently facing. In Egypt, 75% of the GDP is generated in urban areas and 80% of the jobs are in existing cities. However, unplanned urbanization and rapid encroachment the valuable agricultural and desert land surrounding cities and rural settlements result in rapid growth of informal, unplanned urban expansion. Over 16 million urban inhabitants live today in informal and unplanned settlements around urban areas. Moreover, urban population in Egypt is not evenly distributed among its cities, 96 percent of total population lives on 4 percent of the total national area, while the remaining percentage spread on 96 percent of the total inhibited area. This lead to more imbalances where 68 percent of the total population are living in three regions, Greater Cairo Region, Alexandria and Delta; representing 1.8 percent of Egypt&rsquo;s total area, while 77 cities comprise 4 percent of the urban population. Urban planning and management plays an important role in ensuring urbanization values are optimized, captured, and fairly distributed among urban and rural population. In Egypt, efforts to improve urban planning and management practices varies largely in their nature and effectiveness. The Ministry of Housing, Utilities and urban communities plays an effective role in guiding policies and programmes to improve urban development tools and programmes. In 2024, the UN-Habitat and the Ministry of Local Development (MOLD) signed a new project titled Identification of Priority Urban Development Interventions to Promote Investments, Smart Applications and Livable Dahab City. The project is Funded by the Islamic Development Bank and aims to inclusively improve the livelihood and living conditions for the population of Dahab city through identifying, prioritizing and advancing urban and social development interventions and improving urban governance. Duties and Responsibilities Through the application of a participatory project selection tool and a series of consultations with local stakeholders, two priority projects in basic services sector were identified: 1. Establishment of a rooftop solar panel network to generate renewable energy across buildings in Dahab City 2. Development of a smart, city-wide public mobility system. Both projects are to undergo pre-feasibility studies.(Detailed project cards and locations will be provided for both projects upon the start of the consultancy.) Based on the results, the project deemed most viable will proceed to a full feasibility study, to be carried out in coordination with the technical design consultant, legal consultant, and local economic development consultant, in order to prepare it for implementation. Reporting Line : Under the overall supervision and direct supervision of the Urban Development Programme manager in coordination with the Ministry of Local Development, the incumbent of the post will have to fulfil the following duties and responsibilities: The consultant will lead the 2 pre-feasibility studies, 1 feasibility study, and procurement and tender packages for the selected feasible project, ensuring its technical, legal, financial, and environmental viability while aligning with best practices and stakeholder objectives. 1. Pre-Feasibility Assessment: The consultant will conduct a preliminary analysis to assess the two projects&rsquo; viability before detailed studies: 1.1. Concept Review: Evaluate the projects scope for adequacy and supplement with additional research and data, referencing comparable projects where necessary. 1.2. Global Best Practices: Analyze successful project execution and operation strategies globally. 1.3. Sector Needs and Regulations: Assess current sector practices, facility requirements, and regulatory frameworks governing construction and operation. 1.4. Legal Review: Examine relevant international, national, and local laws to identify legal processes, requirements, and barriers to project implementation (in close coordination with the legal studies consultant). 1.5. Market Demand and Financial Assessment: Conduct market research, demand estimation, and initial financial and economic analysis, including value-for-money assessments and potential cost-recovery mechanisms (in close coordination with the finance and local resources consultant). 1.6. Environmental and Social Risks: Evaluate preliminary environmental and social impacts, associated risks, and mitigation measures. 1.7. Stakeholder Analysis: Identify the key stakeholders for each project, their interests, and their potential impact on the project's viability. 1.8. Procurement Options: Assess procurement modalities to determine the best value-for-money approach. 1.9. Prefeasibility templates: Design prefeasibility templates that can be used by local government representatives to assess the feasibility of future projects 2. Comprehensive Feasibility Study: For projects deemed viable, the consultant will prepare a detailed feasibility study covering: 2.1. Demand Study: 2.1.1. Identify user requirements, and forecast demand growth using clear methodologies. 2.1.2. Define necessary assets and quality standards to deliver services effectively. 2.2. Technical Analysis: 2.2.1. Collaborate with project designers to refine configurations, evaluate site conditions, and identify required land options. 2.2.2. Estimate lifecycle costs, analyze technical options, and explore ancillary revenue opportunities. 2.2.3. Collaborate with the project designer to finalize the preferred technical and commercial project configuration. 2.3. Legal and Regulatory Compliance : 2.3.1. Conduct legal due diligence, assess institutional roles, and recommend solutions for regulatory approvals, land acquisition, and institutional challenges (in close coordination with the legal studies consultant). 2.3.2. Address environmental and social compliance, including impact assessments, mitigation plans, and community engagement strategies. 2.4. Financial Structuring: 2.4.1. Develop a financial model detailing project cash flow, financing needs, and government support assumptions (in close coordination with the finance and local resources consultant). 2.4.2. Conduct sensitivity analysis and recommend cost recovery and alternative revenue mechanisms. 2.4.3. Design the business model for each project as well as the management arrangements. 2.4.4. Evaluate business and financing models including Islamic finance tools for identified projects, including cost recovery mechanisms, and recommend the most viable and bankable structure (in close coordination with the finance and local resources consultant). 2.4.5. Promote the project to potential bidders, including private sector entities, financial institutions, and NGOs. 2.5. Economic Feasibility: 2.5.1. Evaluate economic costs and benefits, assess feasibility under different risk scenarios, and propose financing strategies. 2.5.2. Prepare a comprehensive term sheet outlining key project metrics, performance requirements, and risk allocation. 2.6. Risk Analysis: Develop a detailed risk matrix, quantifying and categorizing risks by probability, impact, and mitigation strategies. 2.7. Feasibility studies templates: Design simple feasibility studies templates that can be used as a guide for future feasibility studies. 3. Procurement and Bidding Support 3.1. Procurement Strategy: Define a timeline for procurement and contract signing, ensuring alignment with applicable laws and regulations. 3.2. Bidding Documentation: Prepare all necessary documents, including RFQ, RFP, draft contracts, evaluation criteria, and bid forms, while ensuring compliance with applicable organizational rules. 3.3. Procurement Implementation Support: Support in overseeing the procurement process from pre-qualification to financial closure, advising on mechanisms to ensure fair competition and robust bids. 3.4. Bidder Guidance: Support bidder evaluation, selection, and negotiation to secure favorable project terms. 3.5. Government Coordination: Identify required actions from government entities and develop plans to secure their cooperation. 3.6. Finalization: Facilitate contract finalization and financial closure, ensuring seamless transition into the implementation phase. 4. Collaboration and Engagement: Over the timeline of the consultancy, the consultant is expected to do the following. 4.1. Work collaboratively with project experts, and project team members to align feasibility studies with overall project strategies. 4.2. Hold meetings to gather feedback from local community, potential investors and financial institutions on the commercial potential of the proposed project structure and risk allocation. 4.3. Coordinate closely with the local government and affiliated ministries to ensure proper endorsement. 4.4. Assess the capacity of the potential project stakeholders to implement and/or operate the project and identify any technical support required for successful implementation and operation, including any changes to the project, financial/commercial structuring and regulatory complexity 4.5. Present findings, analyses, and recommendations to key stakeholders, including government authorities and community representatives. 4.6. Conduct a capacity building training on feasibility studies for priority investment projects to local government representatives 4.7. Ensure the alignment of studies with sustainable development goals and the city's strategic urban development plan, identified national plans and UN-Habitat guidelines.
</div></div><div><div>Qualifications/special skills
</div><div>Advanced university degree in in business administration, urban economy, economics, or a related field is required. A first level degree with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of Master&rsquo;s degree. &bull; A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Business Administration, Finance Economics, or other related fields is required. &bull; Proven experience in conducting feasibility studies is required. &bull; Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis are desirable. &bull; Experience in conducting feasibility studies/business models for urban development projects, specifically basic services (Mobility and/or Renewable energy), is desirable. &bull; Experience with international organizations and previous work with local government agencies or national counterparts is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><div>For this position Fluency in both oral and written Arabic and basic English is required.
</div></div><div><div>Additional Information
</div><div>Not available.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

Feasibility Study National Consultant – Smart and Green Infrastructure

Parsons

<div><p>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
</p><p></p><p>When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We&rsquo;ve got what you&rsquo;re looking for.
</p><p></p><p><b>Job Description:
</b></p><p><b>Urban Designer
</b></p><p><b>Dubai, UAE
</b></p><p></p><p>Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented <b>Urban Designer </b>to join our team! In this role you will get to work on different types of urban development projects that will change the fabric of our cities.
</p><p></p><p><b>What You'll Be Doing:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Prepare urban planning studies and develop master plans at local, regional, and strategic level.
</p></li><li><p>Contribute to reports and planning
</p></li><li><p>Perform professional planning and urban design tasks, research and analysis.
</p></li><li><p>Gather, compile, and analyze data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting the developments.
</p></li><li><p>Develop technical inputs to support the delivery of high-quality plans, reports, and presentations.
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What Required Skills You'll Bring:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Urban Planning and Design, Architecture or closely related field.
</p></li><li><p>2-5 years experience in related fields
</p></li><li><p>Experience in producing conceptual designs and illustrative layouts.
</p></li><li><p>Creative thinking and in depth understanding of current best practices.
</p></li><li><p>Excellent writing and oral communication skills
</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in various design software and 3D modeling tools
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Masters degree is urban planning /design or architecture
</p></li><li><p>Professional certifications such as AICP, RTPI
</p></li><li><p>Ability to perform well in a team, with proactive approach and sense of ownership on projects.
</p></li></ul><p></p>Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
<p></p><p>We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!
</p><p></p><p>Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/ .</p></div>

Urban Designer

Sasaki Associates, Inc

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Mid Level Urban Designer</b></p><p>
Boston, MA</p><p>
3-6 Years of Experience</p><p>
$80,000 - $93,000 / salary</p><p></p><p><br>
Are you interested in joining a cross-disciplinary design firm that is one of the most respected throughout the United States and around the world? With over 850 awards, and projects of significance and impact, Sasaki is a dynamic environment for personal growth, contribution and learning.</p><p>
Sasaki is looking for an upper-junior to mid-level Urban Designers with 3-6 years of relevant experience to participate in a wide range of urban design and master planning projects across the US and internationally. Sasaki is a planning and design firm of about 300 professionals working throughout the United States and internationally from our offices in Boston, Massachusetts; Denver, Colorado; Brooklyn, New York; Los Angeles, California, and Shanghai, China. This role will be based in our Boston office.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Role Description</b></p><p>
The successful candidate will become an integral member of Sasaki's Planning and Urban Design practice, working collaboratively on multidisciplinary teams consisting of planners, landscape architects, architects, and other urban designers.</p><p>
The mid-level urban designer will work across geographies to create innovative 21st century places and environments on a variety of project types, including college and university campuses, urban/mixed use districts, new communities, research and innovation districts, corporate employment campuses, design competitions, corridor studies, and regional strategies. Common project locations include the United States, Latin America, China, Vietnam, India, and other Asian-Pacific countries. Applicants should have strong graphic, design, and communication skills and an eagerness to learn.</p><p><b><br>
As an Urban Designer at Sasaki you will:</b></p><ul><li>
Engage in all aspects of the design process including analysis, conceptual ideas, design development, client presentations, and documentation.</li><li>
Be responsible for creating 2d and 3d analytical and conceptual drawings, graphics, presentation materials, research, and digital models.</li><li>
Initiate urban design concepts and visual graphics with guidance from senior and principal urban designers.</li><li>
Work with and mentor staff-level urban designers in the development of urban design concepts and graphics.</li><li>
Present design ideas during internal team and client meetings</li><li>
Work with a variety of teams and contribute to a range of project types and geographies.</li><li>
We are committed to personal growth and individual well-being, and offer a variety of resources to support career development, including in-house training, mentoring, professional association memberships, and licensing examination reimbursement.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Required Skills:</b></p><ul><li>
Urban designers at Sasaki will be integrated into active project teams starting on Day 1. The list below describes the optimal qualifications of the mid-level urban designer to meet typical project needs. We encourage people to apply for the position if they meet most of these attributes:</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Urban Design with a background in Architecture or Landscape</li><li>
3+ years of professional experience working as an urban designer in a design firm; other experience as an urban designer in a public agency or other organization would also be considered</li><li>
Ability to work enthusiastically and collaboratively in teams</li><li>
Excellent design talent, graphic communication, and visual storytelling</li><li>
Strong technical understanding of urban design including place making, urban form, and building typologies</li><li>
A passion for sustainable and resilient design</li><li>
Experience working as a part of an interdisciplinary design team in an office setting</li><li>
Be willing to contribute ideas in a team setting</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects and tasks simultaneously</li><li>
Curiosity and enthusiasm for working across a variety of client and project types</li><li>
Experience with 2D and 3D software including AutoCad, Rhino, and/or Sketchup</li><li>
Expertise with Adobe Suite workflow (AI, PSD, INDD)</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Additional Valued Skills and Characteristics</b></p><ul><li>
Urban Designers at Sasaki share a common set of core competencies, but also have a range of complementary strengths and interests. The list below describes some additional skills and characteristics desirable in candidates:</li><li>
Proficiency with languages spoken in frequent project locations (for example, Spanish, Chinese, or Vietnamese)</li><li>
Organizational and management skills, with attention to detail</li><li>
Familiarity with spatial analysis workflow and software (ArcGIS)</li><li>
Experience with programming, Python, Grasshopper, or similar programs</li><li>
Experience with community engagement processes and public speaking</li><li>
Quantitative and qualitative analysis skills to support data-informed planning processes</li><li>
Unique design perspective informed by lived experience that is under-represented in urban design</li><li>
Relevant experience in ecology, real estate development, campus planning, or mobility planning</li><li>
A unique superpower that we haven&rsquo;t thought to ask about, but that will make an impact on our projects and practice</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Mid Level Urban Designer (Boston)

HASKONING

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Vacancy Intro</b></h2><p>
Haskoning is an independent consultancy which integrates 140 years of engineering expertise with digital technologies and software solutions. As consulting engineers, we care deeply about our people, our clients and society at large. Through our mission Enhancing Society Together, we take responsibility for having a positive impact on the world. We constantly challenge ourselves and others to develop sustainable solutions to local and global issues related to the built environment.
</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What will you do</b></h2><p>
&bull; Involved in Master Planning of greenfield development of an Industrial City. &bull; Preparation of detailed master plan and urban design guidelines. &bull; Preparation of various reports such as Inception report, land suitability, technical assessment, concept master plan, etc. &bull; Coordination with client and other project consultants. &bull; Preparation of Conceptual master Plan, 3D illustrations, etc. &bull; Developing urban form &bull; Preparation of execution drawings. &bull; Architectural design, interior design and execution drawings. &bull; Preparation of Proposed Land Use Plan. &bull; Coordination during Environmental Impact Assessment Process. &bull; Street design and Urban design guidelines. &bull; Preparation of detailed Master Plan. &bull; Street and Junction design and preparation of detailed drawings. &bull; Landscape design, lighting design, and signage design. &bull; Preparation of conceptual design options. &bull; Preparation of design presentations and Inception reports. &bull; Preparation of conceptual design options to revive the lost public space. &bull; Critical analysis and intervention strategies for different scales i.e. city level, neighborhood level and building/street level. &bull; Preparation of the structure plan. &bull; Preparation of execution drawings and detailed drawings. &bull; Preparation of drawings of urban design interventions in the form of layers like city level existing and proposed land used plan, existing and proposed road network, urban form, etc. &bull; Conceptual planning of area based development. &bull; Master planning of a sugar industry along with the developable land around Theur gaothan. &bull; Developing density scenarios for proposed development.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Where you will work</b></h2><p>
Mumbai, Dighi-port Project office, Maharashtra,India
</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you bring</b></h2><p>
Master of urban design Experience 6 &ndash; 7 years
</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What we offer you</b></h2><p>
Within our company you will be able to develop yourself while working on challenging projects in the India Besides that, we also offer you: &bull; A creative, digital, and dynamic environment &bull; A market competitive salary and healthcare benefits for you and your family &bull; A paid leaves, social security contributions</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Are you our new colleague?</b></h2><div>
We would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will contact you as soon as possible. The application process then consists of 1-2 interviews and a possibly assessment. Are we all enthusiastic after this? Then you will receive an offer from us, and we will be happy to welcome you on board! For more information, you can always contact Pranita Gupte, Recruiter, at pranita.gupte@haskoning.com Due to the privacy law, please submit your application via the apply button and not via email. Do you know someone who might be interested? Share this vacancy.</div></div>

Architect Urban Designer

Stantec

<div><p>Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what&rsquo;s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what&rsquo;s possible. The Stantec community unites approximately 32,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents.</p>
<p>Primary Purpose of Job:</p>
<p>Stantec is an engineering design and remediation leader in global Water Infrastructure, Buildings, Energy, Community Development and Transportation. We provide, program management and technology solutions for the building and community development sectors in North America, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions. Stantec&rsquo;s Pune, India office is looking for an Urban Planner/ Designer to join our team and work in the Infrastructure and Buildings group.</p>
<p>The role is to support and work with Lead Architect/Urban Planner/Urban Designer to deliver projects in the community development sector. As an urban planner/designer, the candidate should be able to use his/her research/ data analysis, writing, design, drafting, modelling, and rendering skills to help communicate project ideas and bring urban visions to life.</p>
<p>The successful candidate must possess a good level of creativity, imagination, and technical competency in understanding the design and be able to illustrate the sense of space and deliver required outputs ensuring that project outcomes in terms of budget, schedule, technical and quality standards, meet both the client and STANTEC expectations. Able to figure out the most accurate and dynamic ways to produce and communicate concept and ideas using sketching, graphic design, and visualization capabilities.</p>
<p>Key Accountabilities &amp; responsibilities:</p>
<ul><li>Assisting the lead to deliver proposals and project tasks related to urban infill development, redevelopment planning, master planning &ndash; placemaking/ public realm design, streetscapes, urban mobility, mixed-use developments, airport land use planning, urban design guidelines and landscape strategies.</li>
<li>Preparing Housing Feasibility Studies, Market Studies for economic analysis.</li>
<li>Assisting the lead with entitlement procurement for large-scale residential communities.</li>
<li>Work on comprehensive plans, neighborhood/downtown plans, due diligence reports, brownfield grant writing, policy planning, resiliency and hazard mitigation plans, environmental review support.</li>
<li>Work in collaboration with regional counterparts to support on Community Engagement, online design charettes, workshops, etc.</li>
<li>Work on preparation of maps- context analysis, constraint and opportunity mapping, physical site planning, etc. to support on proposals/bids.</li>
<li>Work on project tasks from concept/schematic design to detailed design and construction drawing stages using the latest softwares.</li>
<li>Exposure to region specific plans, policies, land development and design codes, standards, planning norms and processes (international experience preferred).</li>
</ul><p>Person specification</p>
<p>Qualification required:</p>
<ul><li>Bachelors in Architecture and Masters in Urban Design/Urban Planning from an accredited School of Architecture and/or Planning in India.</li>
<li>Licensed Architect.</li>
<li>Total 4-5 years of experience, of which 2-3 years relevant experience (preferably after masters) in Urban Planning, Master Planning, Urban Design and Landscape projects.</li>
</ul><p>Software Skills required:</p>
<ul><li>AutoCAD, Sketchup, Rhino, ArcGIS Pro, StoryMaps, City Engine, Revit, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and other Adobe Suite Applications, Lumion, Enscape, V-Ray, Murals and other rendering and sketching applications. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint).</li>
<li>Additional knowledge of using Bluebeam, ProjectWise, BIM 360, 3DS Max, Twinmotion, EJ Screen and application of Generative A.I. would be appreciated.</li>
</ul><p>Other capabilities:</p>
<ul><li>Strong verbal, written communication skills and presentation skills in English is a must.</li>
<li>Good graphics and rendering skills required- conceptualizing 3D urban environments. Should have good skills creating visuals, infographics, diagrams, illustrations to support on branding and marketing efforts.</li>
<li>Coordinate and prepare technical drawings (mostly production work) and report writing skills for projects including research, data collection, documentation, compilation and analysis, GIS mapping support, concept layouts, detailed master plans, accessibility plans and plotting plans.</li>
<li>Rigorous attention to detail, able to understand and adopt workflows and commitment to personal and professional development.</li>
<li>Flexible attitude to accepting different work assignments from varying fields and pro-active attitude to learning new skills, and towards execution / delivery.</li>
<li>Willingness to adapt to working in collaboration with various disciplines other than urban design and planning as well- like architecture, buildings, transportation, infrastructure, GIS, environment, civil, etc.</li>
</ul><p><b>Primary Location:</b> India | Pune
</p><p><b>Organization:</b> Stantec IN Business Unit
</p><p><b>Employee Status:</b> Regular
</p><p><b>Travel:</b> No
</p><p><b>Schedule:</b> Full time
</p><p><b>Job Posting:</b> 29/09/2025 05:09:39
</p><p><b>Req ID:</b> 1002371</p></div><p></p>

Urban Planner- Infrastructure

Buro Happold

<div><p><b>Inspired by complex urban challenges and creative solutions? So are we. Join us as a Senior Urban Planning Consultant as part of our Urban Strategies team, where you&rsquo;ll lead transformative projects and help shape sustainable cities.</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.
</b></p><p>From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it&rsquo;ll be anything but ordinary.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Your next role</b></p><p>
Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive.</p><p>
You&rsquo;ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that&rsquo;s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact - and leave real legacy.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Your key duties</b></p><p>
We are looking for curious and motivated Senior Planning Consultant to be based in Saudi Arabia, Riyadh to Join our dynamic team to deliver transformative urban development and strategic planning projects across the Middle East and beyond. As a key member of our Strategies &amp; Plans Group, you&rsquo;ll lead multidisciplinary teams, drive technical excellence, and foster lasting client relationships.</p><p><b>
Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Lead and deliver strategic planning and masterplanning projects.</li><li>
Collaborate with diverse teams to create tailored, integrated solutions.</li><li>
Manage project performance - technical, financial, and client satisfaction.</li><li>
Mentor and develop team members, fostering an inclusive culture.</li><li>
Support business growth through work-winning and market insight.</li></ul><p><b>
Your skills and experience</b></p><ul><li>
Significant consultancy experience in urban development and strategic planning.Proven leadership on large-scale, multi-stakeholder projects.</li><li>
Strong client engagement and team management skills.</li><li>
Degree in urban planning, geography, engineering, or related field (Master&rsquo;s/Chartership desirable).</li><li>
Experience in the Middle East and international markets preferred.</li></ul><p><b>
What we offer you</b></p><p>
Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world&rsquo;s most respected consultancies.</p><ul><li>
Hybrid working arrangements</li><li>
Attractive salary and benefits package</li><li>
A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you</li><li>
Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions</li><li>
An international culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won&rsquo;t be far from the exceptional.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
At Buro Happold, everyone else&rsquo;s extraordinary is just our everyday. Apply today and be a part of our legacy.</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
A place for everyone
</b></p><p>Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.</p><p>
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other&rsquo;s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don&rsquo;t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.</p><p>
We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.</p><p>
Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.</p><p></p><p><br>
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Senior Planning Consultant – Urban Strategies

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