Remote Urban Designer: Master Plans for Sustainable Cities

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Urban Designer to join a fully remote team, shaping sustainable and livable urban environments. You will develop master plans, urban strategies, and design guidelines across scales, from neighborhood to large developments.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of planners, architects, and policy experts to create innovative and contextually responsive urban solutions. This role emphasizes creativity, strategic thinking, and collaboration, offering the

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Urban Design, Urban Planning, Architecture, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in urban design.
• Proficiency with Rhino, AutoCAD, SketchUp, GIS and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong understanding of sustainability and public space design.
• Experience collaborating in remote multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual master plans and urban design strategies for complex sites.
• Prepare detailed urban design guidelines, zoning recommendations, and policy frameworks.
• Create visual representations, including site plans, renderings, and diagrams, using advanced software.
• Collaborate remotely with planning professionals, architects, engineers, and community stakeholders.
• Conduct urban analysis, site assessments, and feasibility studies.
• Present design proposals and research findings effectively to clients and public bodies.

Job description

Placements24 seeks a visionary Urban Designer to join a fully remote team, shaping sustainable and livable urban environments. You will develop master plans, urban strategies, and design guidelines across scales, from neighborhood to large developments.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of planners, architects, and policy experts to create innovative and contextually responsive urban solutions. This role emphasizes creativity, strategic thinking, and collaboration, offering the