Senior Urban Designer – Masterplanning & Sustainability

AECOM; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Riyadh is seeking a talented Urban Designer to lead conceptualization and design of innovative urban developments that shape vibrant, sustainable communities across the region. You will collaborate with architects, planners, engineers, and stakeholders to create compelling spaces that balance growth with local culture.

The role requires a minimum of 8 years of experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, ArcGIS, and Revit, and a solid understanding of planning principles and building

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in architecture/urban design or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in urban design, masterplanning, or related disciplines.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, ArcGIS, and Revit for design visualization.
• Strong knowledge of urban planning principles, zoning regulations, design standards, and building codes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive urban design concepts and frameworks for residential, commercial, mixed-use, and public space development projects.
• Conduct detailed site analysis and feasibility studies to inform strategic design recommendations and solutions.
• Create master plans, urban design guidelines, and technical documentation that align with sustainability principles and local regulations.
• Utilize advanced urban design software and tools to produce compelling visualizations, 3D models, and professional technical drawings.
• Engage collaboratively with clients, government agencies, municipal authorities, and community stakeholders to understand project requirements and present innovative design solutions.
• Analyze demographic data, market trends, site conditions, and local context to support informed and strategic design decisions.
• Collaborate with landscape architects, transportation planners, sustainability consultants, and other specialists to integrate best practices and holistic solutions.
• Ensure all designs comply with Saudi Arabia building codes, zoning regulations, municipal guidelines, and Islamic urban design principles.
• Prepare clear, professional, and compelling presentations of design concepts, project updates, and recommendations for clients and leadership.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail in all deliverables, design documentation, and project coordination.
• Stay current with emerging urban design trends, technologies, sustainable development practices, and regional development standards.
• Support the coordination and organization of multidisciplinary project teams to ensure seamless and efficient project execution.
• Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive team environment that values innovation, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Urban design

Masterplanning

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Urban Design, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

ArcGIS

Revit

Job description

AECOM in Riyadh is seeking a talented Urban Designer to lead conceptualization and design of innovative urban developments that shape vibrant, sustainable communities across the region. You will collaborate with architects, planners, engineers, and stakeholders to create compelling spaces that balance growth with local culture.

The role requires a minimum of 8 years of experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, ArcGIS, and Revit, and a solid understanding of planning principles and building