Senior Planning & Urban Designer
Location: Dubai, UAE
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 10+ years
About the Role
GS is looking for an experienced Senior Planning & Urban Designer to join our growing team in Dubai.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in urban planning, master planning, urban design, and large-scale development projects, with the ability to lead design concepts, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and deliver high-quality planning and urban design solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage urban planning and urban design projects from concept through development and implementation.
- Develop master plans, urban frameworks, site planning strategies, land-use plans, and urban design concepts.
- Prepare and review planning and design proposals, presentations, reports, and technical documentation.
- Conduct site analysis, planning studies, feasibility assessments, and development evaluations.
- Ensure planning and design solutions align with project objectives, planning principles, applicable regulations, and authority requirements.
- Coordinate with architects, landscape architects, infrastructure consultants, engineers, and other multidisciplinary teams.
- Liaise with clients, consultants, government authorities, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Review development proposals and provide technical and design recommendations.
- Lead design reviews and ensure quality, consistency, and timely delivery of project outputs.
- Support project managers and senior leadership with planning strategies, design decisions, and project development.
- Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining a high standard of technical and design quality.
- Mentor and guide junior planners and designers within the team.
- Stay updated on UAE planning regulations, urban development trends, sustainability principles, and industry best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
- 10+ years of relevant professional experience in urban planning and urban design.
- Strong experience in master planning, large-scale developments, mixed-use projects, or urban development projects.
- UAE/GCC experience is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of urban planning principles, development controls, and relevant authority requirements.
- Excellent design, analytical, presentation, and communication skills.
- Strong experience coordinating with multidisciplinary consultants and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in relevant design and planning software, including AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, GIS, SketchUp, or similar tools.
- Strong project management and leadership capabilities.
- Ability to work independently while effectively leading and coordinating a multidisciplinary team.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a strategic, creative, and technically strong urban planning professional who can take ownership of projects, provide innovative planning solutions, and work confidently with clients, consultants, authorities, and senior management.
Immediate availability is preferred.