Senior Urban Design Architect: Master Plans & Regeneration

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Urban Design Architect to shape Paarl's urban landscape. You will lead master planning for regeneration projects, integrating architecture, landscape, and infrastructure while prioritizing sustainability and community needs.

The role requires a visionary professional with 10+ years in urban design, strong regulatory knowledge, and proven ability to deliver complex urban environments. This on-site position offers growth in a dynamic, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Urban Design, Urban Planning, or Architecture.
• Professional registration with SACAP or SAPPI.
• 10+ years in urban design/planning with strong project portfolio.
• Experience leading regeneration and master planning projects.
• Proficiency in GIS, CAD, and graphic presentation software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the urban design strategy and development of master plans for large-scale urban projects.
• Develop innovative design concepts that promote walkability, mixed-use vibrancy, and public realm enhancement.
• Collaborate with municipal planners, developers, landscape architects, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure designs align with municipal spatial development frameworks and long-term city visions.
• Prepare detailed urban design guidelines, frameworks, and presentations.
• Conduct urban analysis, site assessments, and feasibility studies for development opportunities.
• Advocate for high-quality design standards and sustainable urban development practices.
• Manage stakeholder engagement processes and public consultation initiatives.
• Oversee the integration of architectural, landscape, and infrastructure elements within the urban fabric.
• Mentor junior urban designers and architects involved in planning projects.

Skills

Leadership in urban design

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Urban design principles

GIS

CAD

Education

Master's degree in Urban Design/Urban Planning/Architecture

Professional SACAP/SAPPI registration

Tools

GIS

CAD

Graphic presentation tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Urban Design Architect to shape Paarl's urban landscape. You will lead master planning for regeneration projects, integrating architecture, landscape, and infrastructure while prioritizing sustainability and community needs.

The role requires a visionary professional with 10+ years in urban design, strong regulatory knowledge, and proven ability to deliver complex urban environments. This on-site position offers growth in a dynamic, collaborative team.