Urban Planning Consultant

Placements24

Riverton (UT)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Professional growth and training

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Urban Planning Consultant to join a multidisciplinary team in a hybrid role, combining in-office and remote work. You will develop sustainable urban environments through land use planning, policy development, and community engagement, shaping growth for towns and cities.

The role emphasizes analytical skills, collaboration with diverse stakeholders, and delivering impactful urban design solutions in a dynamic planning landscape.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in urban planning or development.
Strong understanding of planning legislation, land use principles, and sustainability concepts.
Excellent research, analytical, and report writing skills.
Experience working within a hybrid office and remote work structure.
Proficiency in GIS software and other planning-related tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive urban and regional plans, land use regulations, and policy recommendations.
Conduct research and analysis on demographic trends, socio-economic factors, and environmental impacts.
Facilitate public consultations and stakeholder engagement processes.
Prepare planning reports, presentations, and design proposals for urban development projects.
Collaborate with engineers, architects, and government officials to integrate planning principles into development frameworks.
Review development applications and provide recommendations to planning authorities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Research

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Urban Planning degree (Bachelor's or Master's)

Geography degree

Tools

GIS software

Planning tools

Job description

Our client is seeking an innovative and analytical Urban Planning Consultant to join their multidisciplinary team in Upington . This hybrid role offers the flexibility to contribute both from the office and remotely, focusing on developing sustainable and functional urban environments. You will be involved in land use planning, policy development, and community engagement to shape the future growth of towns and cities. This is an exciting opportunity for a planner who is passionate about community development, possess strong analytical skills, and can effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders in a dynamic planning landscape, contributing to impactful urban design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive urban and regional plans, land use regulations, and policy recommendations.
Conduct research and analysis on demographic trends, socio-economic factors, and environmental impacts.
Facilitate public consultations and stakeholder engagement processes.
Prepare planning reports, presentations, and design proposals for urban development projects.
Collaborate with engineers, architects, and government officials to integrate planning principles into development frameworks.
Review development applications and provide recommendations to planning authorities.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in urban planning or development.
Strong understanding of planning legislation, land use principles, and sustainability concepts.
Excellent research, analytical, and report writing skills.
Experience working within a hybrid office and remote work structure.
Proficiency in GIS software and other planning-related tools is advantageous.

Benefits