Urban Planning Manager

Responsibilities Strategic Planning and Development: Support the development and implementation of urban planning strategies under the guidance of senior leadership. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to integrate plans across departments and ensure alignment with project objectives. Assist in conducting feasibility studies and basic risk assessments for urban projects. Ensure adherence to local regulations and planning standards in assigned tasks. Collect and analyze stakeholder inputs to aid effective planning decisions. Track progress on assigned initiatives and recommend operational improvements where required. Project Management Manage the day-to-day operations of urban planning projects and ensure timely delivery of milestones. Develop and monitor project schedules and maintain budget tracking. Liaise with consultants and vendors to ensure alignment with project specifications. Organize regular meetings to update stakeholders and resolve execution challenges. Apply standard project management practices to enhance delivery outcomes. Ensure documentation and quality control across project activities. Stakeholder Engagement Support stakeholder mapping and engagement activities. Maintain working relationships with municipal authorities, consultants, and community representatives. Coordinate logistics for public consultations, workshops, and stakeholder meetings. Compile stakeholder feedback and assist in addressing concerns in coordination with the senior team. Maintain accurate stakeholder interaction records and follow-ups. Budget Management Assist in tracking project budgets and expenditures. Prepare reports and inputs for budget reviews and financial forecasting. Identify variances and support corrective measures in coordination with finance teams. Contribute to cost optimization initiatives by identifying process efficiencies. Digitization And Automation Implement digital tools as guided by senior leadership to streamline planning and reporting activities. Promote adoption of automation tools for process improvements within the team. Support digital training initiatives and encourage team members in learning new platforms. Provide feedback on the effectiveness of digital interventions. Qualifications Education Qualification: Bachelor's or master's degree in urban planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Work Experience (Range Of Years) 6 - 12 years of relevant experience in urban planning or related roles. Preferred Industry Experience in the real estate, infrastructure, or urban development sectors is preferred. Show more Show less