Urban Design Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Mentorship and professional dev.

Impactful urban projects in Gauteng

Vibrant urban spaces

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Urban Design Architect in Benoni, Gauteng, to lead master planning, public-space design, and urban development projects. You will work with city planners, developers, and stakeholders to shape livable, sustainable communities.

Require a Master's degree in Urban Design, Architecture, or Urban Planning and at least 6 years of urban design experience. Proficiency in GIS, AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite is essential. Hybrid work options available.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Urban Design, Architecture, or Urban Planning.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in urban design or architectural roles with an urban focus.
• Proficiency in GIS, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong understanding of urban planning principles and sustainable development.
• Excellent visual communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in community engagement and participatory design processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop master plans and urban design strategies for new developments and revitalization projects.
• Design public spaces, streetscapes, and pedestrian networks to enhance urban livability.
• Collaborate with city planners, developers, landscape architects, and community stakeholders.
• Create visual representations, including diagrams, renderings, and physical models, to communicate design concepts.
• Ensure designs align with urban planning policies, sustainability principles, and community needs.
• Conduct site analyses and feasibility studies for urban development projects.

Skills

Urban design

Public engagement

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Conceptual design

Education

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

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Our client is looking for a forward-thinking Urban Design Architect to join their team in Benoni . This role focuses on the planning and design of public spaces, master planning for developments, and shaping the urban fabric of communities. You will work on projects that aim to enhance livability, sustainability, and economic vitality through thoughtful and integrated design. This is a significant opportunity to influence the development of urban environments and contribute to long-term city planning goals within a collaborative and innovative firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop master plans and urban design strategies for new developments and revitalization projects.
• Design public spaces, streetscapes, and pedestrian networks to enhance urban livability.
• Collaborate with city planners, developers, landscape architects, and community stakeholders.
• Create visual representations, including diagrams, renderings, and physical models, to communicate design concepts.
• Ensure designs align with urban planning policies, sustainability principles, and community needs.
• Conduct site analyses and feasibility studies for urban development projects.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Urban Design, Architecture, or Urban Planning.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in urban design or architectural roles with an urban focus.
• Proficiency in urban design software such as GIS , AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong understanding of urban planning principles, policy, and sustainable development.
• Excellent visual communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in community engagement and participatory design processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model allowing for flexibility and in-office collaboration.
• Opportunity to work on impactful urban development projects in Gauteng .
• Professional development support and mentorship programs.
• A stimulating work environment focused on creating sustainable and vibrant urban spaces.