Urban Designer

Placements24

Polokwane

Hybrid

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a creative and analytical Urban Designer to join a multidisciplinary team. You will shape the future of urban environments through thoughtful planning and design interventions, developing urban master plans, precinct strategies, and public realm designs that promote sustainability, livability, and economic vitality.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of urban planning principles, spatial analysis, and community engagement processes within

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Urban Design, Urban Planning, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in urban design or planning practice.
  • Proficiency in Urban Planning Software, GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D modeling tools.
  • Strong understanding of urban planning legislation and sustainability principles.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop urban design frameworks, master plans, and detailed design guidelines.
  • Conduct spatial analysis, site assessments, and feasibility studies for urban projects.
  • Collaborate with planners, architects, engineers, and community stakeholders.
  • Prepare high-quality visualisations, presentations, and reports for urban design proposals.
  • Advocate for high-quality urban design outcomes that align with project goals and public interest.

Skills

Urban design
Spatial analysis
Community engagement
Presentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Urban Design/Urban Planning

Tools

Urban Planning Software
GIS
Adobe Creative Suite
3D modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and analytical Urban Designer to join their multidisciplinary team in Polokwane . This role focuses on shaping the future of urban environments through thoughtful planning and design interventions. You will be involved in developing urban master plans, precinct strategies, and public realm designs that promote sustainability, livability, and economic vitality. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of urban planning principles, spatial analysis, and community engagement processes within the context of Limpopo 's development landscape. This is a challenging opportunity to contribute to significant urban development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop urban design frameworks, master plans, and detailed design guidelines.
  • Conduct spatial analysis, site assessments, and feasibility studies for urban projects.
  • Collaborate with planners, architects, engineers, and community stakeholders.
  • Prepare high-quality visualisations, presentations, and reports for urban design proposals.
  • Advocate for high-quality urban design outcomes that align with project goals and public interest.
Requirements
  • Master's degree in Urban Design, Urban Planning, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in urban design or planning practice.
  • Proficiency in Urban Planning Software , GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D modeling tools.
  • Strong understanding of urban planning legislation, development frameworks, and sustainability principles.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and professional development support.
  • Remote-friendly work arrangement offering flexibility.
  • Opportunity to influence urban development in Polokwane and the wider region.
  • Work on diverse and impactful urban regeneration and development projects.
  • A collaborative and forward-thinking professional environment.
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