Senior Urban Planning Architect | Hybrid, Master Plans

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund contributions

Study leave

Hybrid work flexibility

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, in partnership with a leading architectural and urban design consultancy, seeks a Senior Urban Planning Architect to lead large-scale master plans, urban regeneration, and precinct developments. You will apply urban design principles, public policy insight, and climate-resilient strategies to shape liveable environments.

This hybrid role blends office collaboration with remote flexibility, requires 10+ years experience, a Master’s degree, strong GIS/CAD skills, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in urban planning and/or urban design.
• Proven experience in leading large-scale master plans and urban regeneration projects.
• Strong knowledge of South African planning legislation, policies, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement master plans and urban design frameworks for new developments and redevelopments.
• Conduct spatial analysis, site assessments, and feasibility studies for urban projects.
• Collaborate with local authorities, developers, engineers, and community stakeholders.
• Prepare urban design reports, guidelines, and development control plans.
• Integrate sustainable design principles and climate resilience strategies into urban planning.
• Lead public consultation and engagement processes.
• Ensure designs comply with national, provincial, and local planning policies and regulations.
• Manage project teams and consultants on urban planning and design projects.
• Advocate for high-quality urban design outcomes that enhance public realm and community well-being.
• Stay updated on urban planning best practices, technologies, and policy changes.

Skills

GIS software

CAD

3D visualization

Stakeholder engagement

Education

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

Tools

GIS software

AutoCAD

Revit

3D modeling tools

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, in partnership with a leading architectural and urban design consultancy, seeks a Senior Urban Planning Architect to lead large-scale master plans, urban regeneration, and precinct developments. You will apply urban design principles, public policy insight, and climate-resilient strategies to shape liveable environments.

This hybrid role blends office collaboration with remote flexibility, requires 10+ years experience, a Master’s degree, strong GIS/CAD skills, and