Urban Planner

Foxfire Services; Patna; On-site; INR 450,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxfire Services in Patna is seeking an Urban Planner to support the preparation, review, and implementation of Zonal Development Plans and other urban planning projects.

The role requires strong knowledge of land use planning, GIS analysis, DCR regulations, and stakeholder coordination, with responsibilities spanning mapping, reports, drawings, field visits, and ensuring compliance with planning policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban/Regional Planning or related field.
• Strong knowledge of land use planning and zoning regulations.
• Experience with GIS analysis and map interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Zonal Development Plans and Local Area Plans.
• Conduct land use surveys, demographic analysis, and infrastructure assessments.
• Develop planning proposals, zoning regulations, and development control guidelines.
• Undertake GIS-based mapping, spatial analysis, and data interpretation.
• Coordinate with government departments, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, planning drawings, and project documentation.
• Conduct field visits, site assessments, and stakeholder consultations.
• Analyze urban infrastructure needs and environmental considerations.
• Ensure compliance with planning regulations and statutory requirements.
• Support project management activities including timelines and deliverables.

Skills

Urban planning principles

DCR, zoning regulations

GIS software (ArcGIS/QGIS)

AutoCAD and spatial tools

Analytical writing & presentation

Policy interpretation of land use data

MS Office

Communication & stakeholder management

Independent & team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban/Regional Planning

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

AutoCAD

Spatial planning tools

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and motivated Urban Planner to support the preparation, review and implementation of Zonal Development Plans and other urban planning projects in Patna. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical knowledge of urban and regional planning, land use planning, GIS-based analysis, development control regulations, and statutory planning processes.

The selected candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, government agencies, consultants, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality planning outputs aligned with urban development objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Zonal Development Plans, Local Area Plans, and related statutory planning documents.
• Conduct land use surveys, demographic analysis, infrastructure assessments, and urban growth studies.
• Develop planning proposals, zoning regulations, and development control guidelines.
• Undertake GIS-based mapping, spatial analysis, and data interpretation.
• Coordinate with government departments, local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, planning drawings, and project documentation.
• Conduct field visits, site assessments, and stakeholder consultations.
• Analyze urban infrastructure requirements, transportation networks, housing needs, and environmental considerations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant planning regulations, urban development policies, and statutory requirements.
• Support project management activities, including timelines, deliverables, and client coordination.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of urban and regional planning principles.
• Understanding of Development Control Regulations (DCR), zoning regulations, and statutory planning processes.
• Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS/QGIS).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and spatial planning tools.
• Strong analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to interpret planning policies, land use data, and spatial information.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in government, consulting, infrastructure, smart city, or urban development projects.
• Exposure to AMRUT, Smart Cities Mission, PM Gati Shakti, Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), or similar urban development initiatives.
• Experience with demographic and socioeconomic analysis.
• Knowledge of urban infrastructure planning and sustainable development principles.