Principal Urban Designer

As a Principal Urban Designer or Masterplanner at WSP, you will play a key role in shaping vibrant, sustainable, and people-centred places across the Middle East. Your responsibilities will include: - Leading and managing urban design and master planning projects from concept visioning through detailed development, ensuring alignment with client objectives, local regulations, and WSP's quality standards. - Translating visions and strategies into high-quality, buildable master plans that balance creativity, technical rigour, and sustainability. - Preparing, reviewing, and presenting design reports, drawings, visual materials, and documentation for clients and internal teams. - Using a range of digital tools to develop compelling graphics, diagrams, and visual narratives that communicate design intent. - Collaborating with landscape architects, architects, engineers, and environmental specialists to deliver integrated, resilient, and human-scale environments. - Leading design charrettes, workshops, and presentations, clearly communicating design direction and rationale to clients and stakeholders. - Supporting business development through design input, bid strategy, technical writing, and visual content for proposals. - Mentoring and developing graduate and mid-level designers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous professional growth. - Staying current with emerging technologies, sustainability frameworks, and global best practices in urban design and landscape-led masterplanning. Qualifications required for this role include: - A degree in Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related discipline; a masters degree in Urban Design or Masterplanning is preferred. - 10+ years of professional experience in urban design or master planning, ideally within the Middle East and on large-scale, mixed-use, or coastal developments. - Strong creative design thinking with the ability to develop innovative, context-sensitive, and deliverable design solutions. - A proven record of translating conceptual ideas into well-resolved, visually engaging master plans and urban design frameworks. - Strong design leadership and presentation skills, with proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Rhino, and MS Office. - Experience with 3D visualization, GIS, or data-driven design tools such as Power BI or AI-supported workflows is an advantage. - A solid understanding of sustainable urbanism, placemaking, and the integration of landscape and environmental systems into urban design. - Proven experience leading teams, coordinating across disciplines, and managing design deliverables to tight deadlines. - Excellent communication and client engagement skills, comfortable leading discussions and presenting to diverse audiences. - Membership (or eligibility) in a recognized professional body such as RTPI, UDG, PIA, ASLA, or equivalent is desirable. WSP is a leading professional services consulting firm dedicated to shaping communities and the future. With a global presence and a focus on technical expertise and strategic advisory services, we offer exciting opportunities to work on complex projects and make a lasting impact. Apply today to join our team and contribute to creating inclusive, liveable, and enduring urban places.,