Urban Design Architect

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an innovative Urban Design Architect to shape Pretoria's future through master planning, public space design, and sustainable urban development strategies. You will lead design concepts, coordinate with city planners, developers, and communities to realize a shared vision for Gauteng's urban future.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Urban Design, Architecture, or Urban Planning, and brings strong GIS/CAD and 3D rendering skills, along with solid knowledge of urban

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Urban Design, Architecture, or Urban Planning.
• Experience in urban design and master planning, preferably in SA.
• Strong GIS software, CAD, and 3D rendering skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop master plans and urban design strategies for city precincts and new developments.
• Create detailed design guidelines, concept designs, and visualisations for public spaces, streetscapes, and urban nodes.
• Conduct urban analysis, including site assessments, policy reviews, and stakeholder consultations.
• Collaborate with city planners, developers, and community groups to integrate design principles into development frameworks.
• Prepare high-quality presentation materials for public exhibitions, planning applications, and client meetings.

Skills

GIS software

CAD programs

3D modelling

Stakeholder engagement

Education

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

Tools

Rendering tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Urban Design Architect to contribute to the strategic planning and design of urban environments in Pretoria . This role focuses on shaping the future city through thoughtful master planning, public space design, and sustainable urban development strategies. You will work on large-scale projects that impact communities and contribute to the aesthetic and functional quality of urban spaces. The ideal candidate is passionate about urbanism, possesses strong conceptual design skills, and is adept at engaging with diverse stakeholders to realize a shared vision for Gauteng 's urban future.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop master plans and urban design strategies for city precincts and new developments.
• Create detailed design guidelines, concept designs, and visualisations for public spaces, streetscapes, and urban nodes.
• Conduct urban analysis, including site assessments, policy reviews, and stakeholder consultations.
• Collaborate with city planners, developers, and community groups to integrate design principles into development frameworks.
• Prepare high-quality presentation materials for public exhibitions, planning applications, and client meetings.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Urban Design, Architecture, or Urban Planning.
• Significant experience in urban design and master planning, preferably within a South African context.
• Proficiency in GIS software , CAD programs, and 3D modelling/rendering tools.
• Excellent understanding of urban planning policies, development processes, and sustainability principles.
• Strong analytical, visual communication, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration in Pretoria .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to influence significant urban development projects in Pretoria .
• Professional development opportunities and a commitment to ongoing learning.
• Work in a collaborative team environment focused on shaping sustainable urban futures.
• Contribution to the ongoing growth and development of Gauteng .