Urban Planner

Role overview

Requirements and qualifications

• At least eight years of experience delivering urban planning or public realm projects in the public or private sector.
• A master's degree in Urban Planning or Landscape Architecture is required.
• Familiarity with design, tender, and construction processes; proficiency in design, project management, and efficiency matrices.
• Knowledge of evolving professional standards, particularly collaborative and multidisciplinary design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe CS5, MS Office, SketchUp, and Google Pro.
• Advanced BIM-related software experience in Landscape Design or Infrastructure works is an advantage.
• International experience, particularly in the Middle East and beyond, is an advantage; CMLI or ASLA qualification is also advantageous.
• Excellent written and spoken English; able to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams, communicate concerns, share knowledge, and mentor colleagues.
• Able to manage project time, resources, and budget and provide direction to interdisciplinary work groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead urban planning and public realm projects and work packages with design and delivery ownership.
• Manage multidisciplinary urban development projects and liaise with clients and technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Prepare technical reports and contractual documents to acceptable technical and presentation standards with minimal guidance.
• Work to project programmes and advise senior leadership of issues affecting timely and efficient completion.
• Ensure teams understand and comply with applicable MENA design standards, codes, and requirements.
• Review project team work to ensure deliverables meet Atkins standards and client expectations.
• Support regional business growth, contribute to bids and proposals, and identify additional work opportunities.
• Coordinate design thinking across disciplines on large-scale projects; delegate and manage work across assigned team members.
• Use business software independently and guide junior team members.
• The role may require travel to Atkins offices and sites globally to work with teams based there.

Rewards and benefits

• The posting lists a competitive salary, transportation allowance, medical and life insurance, 22 calendar days of annual leave, a gratuity scheme, discretionary bonus, annual flight allowance, and an employee assistance programme.