Remote Senior Urban Planning Architect - City Development

Placements24; Paarl; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Full-time position

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Urban Planning Architect to lead large-scale urban development initiatives. This fully remote role allows you to shape city districts from anywhere in South Africa, with a focus on sustainability, policy development, and strategic planning.

You will direct design guidelines, zoning considerations, and master plans while coordinating with government bodies, developers and communities to deliver resilient, equitable urban environments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in urban planning, master planning, or architecture leadership.
• Expertise in urban design, land use planning, and policy development.
• Strong remote communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of urban master plans, spatial frameworks and city strategies.
• Analyze urban data, demographics and environmental factors for decisions.
• Collaborate with government, developers and communities on regeneration projects.
• Develop design guidelines, zoning regulations and sustainable growth policies.
• Prepare urban design proposals, visualizations and presentations for review.
• Ensure alignment with sustainability, resilience and social equity.
• Manage project teams, consultants and client relationships remotely.
• Stay updated on global best practices in urban planning and design.

Skills

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Urban Planning

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Revit

3D visualization

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent consultancy focused on urban development and master planning, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Urban Planning Architect for a fully remote position. This role is critical in shaping the future of urban environments, focusing on strategic planning, policy development, and the design of integrated city districts. You will work on large-scale projects that require a deep understanding of urban dynamics, sustainability, and community needs. This is a senior leadership role for an architect with a passion for creating functional, sustainable, and vibrant cities, offering the unique advantage of working remotely from any location in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of urban master plans, strategic spatial frameworks, and city development strategies.
• Analyze urban data, demographic trends, and environmental factors to inform planning decisions.
• Collaborate with government agencies, developers, and community stakeholders to facilitate urban regeneration and development projects.
• Develop design guidelines, zoning regulations, and policy recommendations for sustainable urban growth.
• Prepare comprehensive urban design proposals, visualizations, and presentations for review and approval.
• Ensure that all urban planning initiatives align with principles of sustainability, resilience, and social equity.
• Manage project teams, consultants, and client relationships remotely.
• Stay abreast of global best practices in urban planning, architecture, and city design.
• Provide expert advice and strategic direction on complex urban development challenges.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in urban planning, architectural design, or city development, with a significant focus on master planning.
• Demonstrated experience in leading large-scale urban development projects and master planning initiatives.
• Expertise in urban design principles, spatial analysis, and land use planning.
• Proficiency in GIS software, AutoCAD, Revit, and 3D visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of urban policy, zoning laws, and development economics.
• Excellent remote communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead diverse teams in a virtual environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Membership in relevant professional bodies (e.g., South African Planning Institute) is advantageous.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote, full-time position offering a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
• You will have the opportunity to work on transformative urban projects that shape the future of cities.
• Our client offers significant professional development opportunities and the chance to lead strategic initiatives.
• Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and impact, and enjoy the flexibility of a remote work arrangement.