Senior Urban Planner & Architect — Master Plans Leader

Placements24; Benoni; Vor Ort; ZAR 900.000 - 1.700.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Medical aid & retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Generous leave

Challenging, rewarding role in Benoni

Access to industry network

Collaborative work environment

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Urban Planner and Architect in Benoni, Gauteng, to drive strategic planning and design initiatives for major urban developments. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, shape master plans, urban regeneration strategies, and architectural frameworks while ensuring sustainability, resilience, and inclusive communities.

The role requires a strong blend of planning theory, design principles, and policy implementation, with a proven track record in complex projects in

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years in urban planning, urban design, and/or architectural practice with a focus on strategic planning and policy development.
• Professional registration with SAIA or a relevant body.
• Proven track record leading complex urban planning and development projects.
• Strong understanding of South African planning legislation, policies, and development processes.
• Experience with GIS, CAD, urban modeling software, and related planning tools.

Aufgaben

• Lead development and implementation of urban master plans and strategic development frameworks.
• Integrate architectural design considerations into urban planning processes.
• Conduct spatial, socio-economic, and environmental analyses.
• Collaborate with government agencies, developers, communities, and design professionals.
• Develop urban design guidelines, policies, and development control guidelines.
• Manage project teams and consultants in urban planning and architectural design.
• Present planning applications, design proposals, and policy recommendations to authorities and the public.
• Ensure designs align with sustainability, resilience, and inclusivity.
• Oversee design and planning of public spaces, infrastructure, and mixed-use developments.
• Stay updated on global best practices in urban planning, design, and governance.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Communication

Ausbildung

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

Tools

GIS

CAD

Urban modeling software

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Urban Planner and Architect in Benoni, Gauteng, to drive strategic planning and design initiatives for major urban developments. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, shape master plans, urban regeneration strategies, and architectural frameworks while ensuring sustainability, resilience, and inclusive communities.

The role requires a strong blend of planning theory, design principles, and policy implementation, with a proven track record in complex projects in