PA & E | Contractual -Full-Time | On-Site

Giftgujarat; Singapore; On-site; SGD 131,100 - 216,600; Full time

Job summary

Giftgujarat is seeking an experienced Assistant Vice President - Urban Planning to lead urban planning initiatives for GIFT City in Singapore. This role requires a minimum of 16 years' experience in urban development and a Master's or PhD in relevant fields. The incumbent will drive sustainable planning practices, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and oversee the integration of smart city components. The position offers a full-time contractual role on-site with a pay band reflective of qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of relevant experience in urban development and master planning.
• Experience in executing large-scale urban infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to integrated master planning and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Head the Urban Planning function with a focus on sustainability.
• Drive planning initiatives for developing GIFT City as a smart urban ecosystem.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for planning approvals and execution.

Skills

Urban Development

Integrated Planning

Sustainability

Smart City Frameworks

Stakeholder Management

Education

Master's / PhD in Urban Planning

Degrees from reputed institutions

Job description

Assistant Vice President - Urban Planning

PA & E | Contractual -Full-Time | On-Site

The Company intends to appoint an experienced urban planning professional to head the Urban Planning function, with strong expertise in integrated planning, infrastructure development, sustainability, and smart city frameworks.

The incumbent shall be responsible for driving planning initiatives and supporting the Company’s vision of developing GIFT City as a globally competitive financial and smart urban ecosystem, aligned with international best practices and regulatory frameworks benchmarked against leading hubs like London, Singapore and Hong Kong.

Minimum years of experience Contractual Period No. of Post

16 Years 3 Years 1

Pay Band

• Commensurate with qualifications and experience in the pay-scale of Rs.1,31,100-2,16,600 as per 7th CPC.

Qualifications

• Master’s / PhD in any of the following disciplines:
• Urban Planning / City & Regional Planning / Infrastructure Planning
• Degrees from globally reputed institutions shall be preferred

Experience

• Minimum 16 years of relevant experience in urban development and master planning
• Exposure to integrated master planning, infrastructure coordination, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in execution of large-scale urban infrastructure / new townships / financial districts / smart city projects.
• Experience of working with government bodies, consultants, and multi-stakeholder environments. (preferred)

Integrated Master Planning

• Lead preparation and implementation of integrated master plans, including land use, mobility, and infrastructure alignment.
• Support adoption and execution of Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) principles.

Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for planning approvals and execution.

Smart & Digital City Initiatives

• Support development and implementation of smart city components, including digital infrastructure and its platforms.
• Facilitate integration of data-driven planning and governance tools.

Assist in benchmarking initiatives against leading smart cities.

Sustainability & ESG Integration

• Drive implementation of sustainable and climate-resilient planning practices.
• Support adoption of green building standards and certifications (LEED, WELL, etc.).

Ensure integration of ESG considerations in urban development projects.

Infrastructure & Mobility Planning

• Coordinate planning of multi-modal transport systems and last-mile connectivity.
• Support development of utility infrastructure including water, power, waste management, and cooling systems.

Ensure timely execution and integration of infrastructure projects.

Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with government authorities, regulatory bodies, consultants, and developers.
• Support senior management in policy inputs and planning decisions.
• Participate in technical reviews, project monitoring, and stakeholder consultations
• Preparation and execution of master planning documents and development frameworks
• Timely coordination and implementation of planning and infrastructure projects.
• Reports, technical notes, and inputs for management decision-making.
• Compliance with applicable planning norms, sustainability standards, and regulatory requirements.