Senior Urban Design Architect: Master Planning & Placemaking

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension fund

Bonuses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Urban Design Architect to lead transformative urban projects in Rustenburg, focusing on sustainable, people-centric spaces. The role requires on-site presence for site analysis, engagement, and coordination with city planners, developers, and communities.

You will shape master plans, design guidelines, and interventions that elevate neighborhoods while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Urban Design, Urban Planning, Architecture, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in urban design and planning with a strong portfolio.
• Demonstrated experience in master planning, placemaking, and sustainable urban development.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive urban design strategies and master plans for new developments and regeneration projects.
• Create urban design concepts including site layouts, streetscapes, public spaces, and character guidelines.
• Conduct site analyses, context studies, and feasibility analyses for projects.
• Engage with government officials, developers, community groups, and the public to gather input and build consensus.
• Prepare high-quality visual presentations, master plan drawings, renderings, and 3D models.
• Ensure proposals comply with planning regulations, zoning, and sustainability standards.
• Collaborate with landscape architects, traffic engineers, and other specialists to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Provide design leadership and technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Urban design leadership

Public consultation

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree in Urban Design

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

GIS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Urban Design Architect to lead transformative urban projects in Rustenburg, focusing on sustainable, people-centric spaces. The role requires on-site presence for site analysis, engagement, and coordination with city planners, developers, and communities.

You will shape master plans, design guidelines, and interventions that elevate neighborhoods while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.