Urban Designer

Job Description As an Urban Designer or Masterplanner at WSP, you will play a crucial role in shaping creative, sustainable, and people-focused places across the Middle East. Your contributions will be vital in developing innovative master plans that cater to the region's growth, climate, and cultural context. Joining a multidisciplinary team of designers, planners, engineers, and sustainability experts, you will have the opportunity to work on large-scale design-led urban projects, engaging in all stages of the design process from concept development to detailed planning. Additionally, you will have the chance to learn from experienced mentors while also sharing your own ideas to help shape the cities of tomorrow. Responsibilities - Support the design and delivery of master planning and urban design projects in the region. - Assist in developing design concepts, layouts, and visual materials to effectively communicate strong ideas and project vision. - Prepare drawings, diagrams, reports, and presentations for clients and internal teams. - Utilize design and analytical tools such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Rhino, and GIS for spatial analysis and design outputs. - Collaborate closely with landscape architects, planners, engineers, and sustainability specialists to deliver high-quality, coordinated master plans. - Contribute to workshops and design charrettes by providing creative input and visual storytelling. - Aid senior team members in research, site analysis, and design development to ensure design quality and consistency. - Assist in creating proposal graphics, bid content, and project documentation as part of business development efforts. - Stay curious, continue learning, and engage with new digital tools, sustainability frameworks, and design trends shaping the future of urbanism. Qualifications - A degree in Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related discipline; a masters degree in Urban Design or Masterplanning is preferred. - 4-6 years of professional experience in urban design or master planning, preferably within the Middle East or on large-scale, mixed-use projects. - Possess a strong creative mindset with the ability to generate innovative and context-sensitive design ideas. - Good visual communication and presentation skills with a keen eye for detail and design quality. - Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and MS Office; familiarity with Rhino, GIS, or data-visualization tools like Power BI is advantageous. - Solid understanding of sustainable urbanism, placemaking principles, and the integration of landscape-led design. - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. - Proactive attitude, openness to feedback, and enthusiasm for continuous learning and professional growth. - Membership (or eligibility) in a professional body such as RTPI, UDG, PIA, ASLA, or equivalent is desirable. - Passion for designing better, more liveable, and enduring urban environments. Note: Additional details about the company were not included in the provided job description.,