Urban Planner I

Atkinsréalis

The Role

Overview

Plan and deliver urban/spatial projects using GIS, 3D tools, and interdisciplinary coordination.

Key Responsibilities

  • gis analysis
  • design standards
  • project delivery
  • data collection
  • report writing
  • visual storytelling

Tasks

-Develop Spatial Planning and regional planning analysis and concepts using the ArcGIS , 3D and digital mediums. -Draft technical reports , presentations and contractual documents, of acceptable technical and presentation quality with minimum guidance. -Set out / agree design standards and parameters with senior team members. -Take ownership and deliver, Urban Planning projects and work packages under the supervision of Senior Urban Planners /Practice Leads. -Ensure the team is aware of the design standards, codes and compliances of countries within the Middle East region and the same are compiled to, in the Design. -Work to a program for the project and proactively advise Senior team members of any issue which affects the efficient completion of the project. -Responsible for completion of specifically assigned tasks to time and cost. -Use GIS , Analytical, and AI based tools to support assessments, and visual storytelling. -Being responsible for production of drawings, graphics, models and reports through Baseline Assessment to Implementation stages -Carry out and review research, data collection and spatial analysis to support development strategies.

Requirements

  • qgis
  • arcgis pro
  • autocad
  • adobe suite
  • master’s degree
  • 2-4 years

What You Bring

-Must be proficient in QGIS , ArcGIS Pro, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, AutoCAD, MS Office, Advanced Excel, Sketch up and Google Pro. Experience with AI Based or data visualisation tools. -Capable of working on own initiative or as part of a larger multidisciplinary team. -Must be conversant of the evolving standards of the profession primarily with respective to collaborative and multi-disciplinary design. -Able to discuss career goals and aspirations. -Bachelor’s degree holders in Architecture will be considered, if they can showcase relevant experience in Spatial Planning/ Regional Planning/ Urban Design Project Stages, including Analysis, Design, Documentation and site implementation. -Use business related software like ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, Adobe Suite (Indesign, Illustrator,Photoshop), etc., independently with ability to work with team members -Willing to undertake interdisciplinary technical co-ordination. -Willingness to share information and knowledge with team members. -Ability to work and crossover into all three interrelated disciplines of Planning & Urban Design. -International experience of the UK, the ME or the APAC regions will be considered an added advantage. -Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English. -Able to identify and communicate concerns of the project/team to immediate Line Manager. -Candidates should demonstrate competency in above mentioned softwares, good graphical skill, clear communications skills to gain understanding of the required tasks, quick and a methodical decision-making approach for the design & related tasks. -The individual will be required to travel at times to the different AtkinsRéalis office and sites globally and interface with the team based there. -Showing commitments to raising design standards, improving your skills, keeping up with the latest technical and digital developments and with the field of urbanism generally. -Working knowledge and keenness to learn in digital innovation, Ai software and further prototyping competencies will be considered an added advantage. -Candidates should be able to assign work to junior Graduate (urban designers, Urban planners ), GIS Analysts , BIM/CAD technologists and administrative staff. -Successful in identifying and following through on leads/suggestions associated with additional work prospects on the projects they are involved with. -2-4 years of Professional Working experience in Spatial Planning , Regional Planning /Master planning Projects, in a reputed firm. Middle East experience will be an added advantage -Working knowledge of standard regulations and best practice principles, with strong problem-solving skills. -A master’s degree in urban planning / Urbanism/ Urban Design from universities of National and International repute is a must. -Have a logical and organized approach to project delivery and able to follow instructions and guidance by senior team members. -Must have good experience delivering Spatial Planning, Regional Planning, Urban Planning projects.

Benefits

-Remote work opportunities outside of country. -Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition. -Relocation assistance. -Discretionary bonus program. -Flexible and hybrid work solutions. -Comprehensive life insurance coverage. -Company gratuity scheme. -Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents. -Generous annual leave balance.

The Company

About Atkinsréalis

-Its tech‑forward Richland Technology Center supports robotics, digital and net‑zero innovation in energy and cleanup. -A nuclear engineering pioneer, it’s the owner’s engineer for U.S. small modular reactor projects and refurbishments. -A trusted tolls and highway consultant, it supports major state DOTs.

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