Hybrid Urban Planner & Civil Design Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Urban development in Mahikeng

Collaborative environment

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Urban Planner and Civil Designer in Mahikeng, North West, to bridge strategic planning with detailed civil design. You will work on land use, zoning, and infrastructure concepts, using GIS and CAD tools in a hybrid environment.

The ideal candidate has a degree in urban planning or civil engineering, SACPLAN or ECSA registration preferred, and at least 4 years of relevant experience. You will shape sustainable urban growth and collaborate with clients and authorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Planning, Geography, or Civil Engineering.
• Professional SACPLAN or ECSA registration preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in urban planning and/or civil infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in GIS (ArcGIS, QGIS) and CAD (AutoCAD).
• Strong understanding of South African planning legislation and environmental processes.
• Experience in infrastructure design for residential, commercial, or industrial developments.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop land use plans, zoning schemes, and development frameworks.
• Conduct feasibility studies and impact assessments for urban development projects.
• Design civil infrastructure including roads, drainage, and services.
• Prepare planning applications, reports, and presentations for stakeholders and authorities.
• Liaise with clients, government departments, and other consultants.
• Ensure designs comply with local planning regulations, environmental standards, and engineering best practices.
• Integrate sustainable design principles into urban and infrastructure planning.
• Utilize GIS and CAD software for spatial analysis and design visualization.

Skills

GIS

CAD

Urban planning

Zoning

Report writing

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Urban Planning/Geography/Civil Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Urban Planner and Civil Designer in Mahikeng, North West, to bridge strategic planning with detailed civil design. You will work on land use, zoning, and infrastructure concepts, using GIS and CAD tools in a hybrid environment.

The ideal candidate has a degree in urban planning or civil engineering, SACPLAN or ECSA registration preferred, and at least 4 years of relevant experience. You will shape sustainable urban growth and collaborate with clients and authorities.