Urban Designer II / Senior Urban Designer

AtkinsRéalis Group; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Flexible and hybrid work solutions

Remote work opportunities outside of |

Gratuity scheme

Relocation assistance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis Group is seeking an Urban Designer II/Senior Urban Designer to lead master planning and urban design projects from concept to detail. You will develop master plans using 3D tools, produce drawings and reports, and manage multidisciplinary teams across ME regions.

The role requires a master’s in urban planning/design with 5+ years of experience and proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, Rhino, Grasshopper, and BIM tools.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in urban planning/design is required, with 5+ years in master planning projects.
• Bachelor’s in Urban Design or Architecture accepted with relevant project experience.
• Chartered status is a plus; strong software proficiency is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead urban planning and design projects, delivering concept to detail stages.
• Develop master plans and urban design concepts using 3D and digital tools.
• Prepare drawings, graphics, maps, models and reports for client reviews.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and interface with clients across ME regions.
• Ensure design standards, codes and country compliance are incorporated.

Skills

Urban design

Master planning

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Urban Planning/Urban Design

Bachelor's degree in Urban Design or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS (QGIS/ArcGIS)

Rhino

Grasshopper

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

SketchUp

Revit / BIM

Job description

## Urban Designer II / Senior Urban DesignerApply: AtkinsRéalis - Corporate Office Bangalore: IN.Mumbai.Embassy 247 Park: Full time: Posted Today: R-161385### **Job Description**## OverviewThe Landscape & Urban Design practice in Atkins 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 landscape architects and urban designers to shape a well-integrated team delivering projects across the globe.## Your role* Take ownership and lead, small to medium Urban planning and urban design projects and work packages under the supervision of Senior Urban Planners /Practise Lead.* Develop master planning and urban design concepts using the 3D and digital mediums.* Being responsible for production of drawings, graphics, mapping, models and reports through concept to detail design stages* Lead Middle East projects with complete design and delivery ownership reporting to Practice Lead* Take ownership and work effectively under the supervision of Senior Urban Planners/ Designers and bring urban design concepts to use in large scale projects.* Draft technical reports 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 Atkins 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 Graduate (Urban planners or urban designers), BIM technologists and administrative staff. Use business related software independently with ability to guide work of junior team members.* Candidates should demonstrate competency in software, 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 Atkins office and sites globally and interface with the team based there.* Demonstrate strategic thinking to expand the Urban Planning & urban design business across different regions in the ME.* Is able to 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 projects.* Liaise with key clients and technical and non-technical stakeholders for positive project outcomes.* Work to a program for the project and proactively advise Senior leadership of any issue which affects the efficient completion of the project.* Ensure the team is aware of the design standards, codes and compliances of countries within the ME region and the same are compiled to in the Design.* Use business related software independently with ability to guide work of junior team members## About you* A master’s degree in urban planning / urban design from universities of international repute is a must.* Minimum 5 years of Professional Working experience in Master planning Projects, in a reputed firm. Middle East experience will be an added advantage* Bachelor’s degree holders in Urban Design or Architecture will be considered, if they can showcase relevant experience in Urban planning/ Urban Design Project Stages. Including Design, Documentation and site implementation.* Chartered candidates shall have an added advantage.*Technical competency** Must have good experience delivering Urban Design, Master Planning and Strategic Planning projects.* Working knowledge of standard regulations and best practice principles, with strong problem-solving skills.* International experience of the UK, the ME or the APAC regions will be considered an added advantage.* Must be competent in design, project management, efficiency matrices.* 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.* Candidate should have good working experience in Rhino and Grasshopper. Working knowledge in Ai software and further prototyping competencies will be considered an added advantage. Advanced experience of BIM related software in Urban Design/Infrastructure works 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.* 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 three interrelated disciplines of Planning and Landscape.## Rewards & benefitsExplore 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.