Urban Planner II

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies, with a proven track record of more than 75 years of relevant experience in the industry. AtkinsRéalis is a leading provider of consultancy services in the field of master planning, economics and sustainability; architecture environmental management; landscape & urban design; infrastructure planning; and engineering and transportation analysis, offering professional advice, engineering and environmental consultancy and design solutions.

As a provider of multi-disciplinary technical design services to the built environment, AtkinsRéalis India is committed to design excellence in the delivery of first-class solutions which combine innovation, imagination and best practice.

The Strategic Planning practice in AtkinsRéalis India is currently expanding to contribute to the different sectors including Property, Infrastructure & Transportation, across regions all around the world. We are keen to take on board highly motivated and capable urban planners to shape a well-integrated team delivering projects across the globe.

Your role

• Take ownership and lead, small to medium Urban Planning projects and work packages under the supervision of Senior Urban Planners /Practice Leads.
• Develop Spatial Planning and regional planning analysis and concepts using the ArcGIS , 3D and digital mediums.
• Being responsible for production of drawings, graphics, models and reports through Baseline Assessment to Implementation stages.
• Lead Middle East projects with complete design and delivery ownership reporting to Practice Lead.
• Draft technical reports , presentations and contractual documents, of acceptable technical and presentation quality with minimum guidance.
• Work to a program for the project and proactively advise Senior team members of any issue which affects the efficient completion of the project.
• Set out / agree design standards and parameters with senior team members.
• Check the work of team members and ensure the quality of deliverables meet the AtkinsRéalis standards of delivery and client expectations.
• Willing to undertake and where required lead interdisciplinary technical co-ordination.
• Responsible for completion of specifically assigned tasks to time and cost.
• Candidates should be able to assign work to junior team (urban designers, Urban planners ),GIS Analysts , BIM/CAD technologists and administrative staff.
• Use business related software like ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, Adobe Suite (Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), etc., independently with ability to work with team members.
• Candidates should demonstrate competency in softwares, clear communications skills to gain understanding of the required tasks, quick and a methodical decision-making approach for the design & related tasks.
• Successful in identifying and following through on leads/suggestions associated with additional work prospects on the projects they are involved with.
• The individual will be required to travel at times to the different AtkinsRéalis’ offices and sites globally and interface with the team based there.
• Demonstrate strategic thinking to expand the Strategic planning / Master Planning business across different regions in the ME.
• Can contribute to bids and proposals to win work.
• Can cross- over through design thinking between the three disciplines of the practice on large scale projects.
• Design and manage multi-disciplinary urban development project.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders for positive project outcomes.
• Ensure the team is aware of the design standards, codes and compliances of countries within the ME region and the same are complied to, in the Design.

About you

• A master’s degree in urban planning / Urbanism from universities of National and International repute is a must. Bachelor’s degree in architecture is preferred.
• 5-8 years of Professional Working experience in Spatial Planning, Regional Planning /Master planning Projects, in a reputed firm. Middle East experience will be an added advantage.
• Chartered candidates shall have an added advantage.

Technical Competency:

• Must have good experience delivering Spatial Planning, Regional Planning, Urban Planning projects.
• Use GIS , Analytical, and AI based tools to support assessments, and visual storytelling.
• Carry out and review research, data collection and spatial analysis to support development strategies.
• Must be very proficient in design with strong conceptual principles, spatial analytical skills, good design skills, good presentation and graphical skills.
• Working knowledge of standard regulations and best practice principles, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated forward looking master plans.
• International experience of the UK, the ME or the APAC regions will be considered an added advantage.
• Experienced in coordination with client and other consultants.
• Must be conversant of the evolving standards of the profession primarily with respective to collaborative and multi-disciplinary design.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD, GIS(QGIS or ArcGIS), Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, MS Office, Advanced Excel, Sketch up and Google Pro. Experience with AI Based or data visualisation tools.
• Working knowledge and keenness to explore digital innovation, coding, Ai software and further prototyping competencies will be considered an added advantage.

Behavioural competency

• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.
• Capable of working on own initiative or as part of a larger multidisciplinary team. Must display capabilities to lead a team, hold a meeting, and interact with client.
• Have a logical and organized approach to project delivery and able to follow instructions and guidance by senior team members.
• Be aware of the effect of delivery time on financial performance and proactively manage time, resources and budget on a project.
• Able to identify and communicate concerns of the project/team to immediate Line Manager.
• Able to discuss career goals and aspirations.
• Willingness to share information and knowledge with team members.
• Demonstrate initiative and basic leadership skills to give directions in a small work group.
• Showing commitments to raising design standards, improving your skills, keeping up with the latest technical and digital developments and with the field of urbanism generally.
• Ability to work and crossover into all interrelated disciplines of Planning, Landscape & Urban Design.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

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