Senior Urban Planner
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About the Role
NAGA Architects is seeking a Senior Urban Planner to support master planning, authority submissions, and implementation for large-scale developments in the UAE, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and review master plans, land use plans, zoning plans, development frameworks, and urban design strategies
- Prepare site analyses, including existing conditions, opportunities and constraints, topography, access and mobility, surrounding context, environmental considerations, and infrastructure interfaces
- Develop land use budgets, area schedules, density calculations, population projections, unit yields, plot distribution plans, and development capacity assessments
- Prepare detailed planning layouts, including road hierarchies, plot subdivision, open space networks, public facilities, community amenities, and service corridors
- Coordinate with architecture, landscape, infrastructure, transportation, environmental, utilities, and engineering disciplines
- Review architectural layouts and building footprints to confirm compliance with approved land use allocations, plot parameters, setbacks, building heights, parking requirements, access arrangements, and development controls
- Prepare planning reports, design narratives, technical memoranda, presentation materials, and authority submission documents
- Support the preparation of phasing strategies, implementation plans, development guidelines, design codes, and planning regulations
- Coordinate with relevant authorities, clients, stakeholders, and project teams to address planning comments and secure required approvals
- Conduct quality reviews of drawings, GIS data, CAD files, land use schedules, and technical documentation
- Support project managers in monitoring deliverables, coordinating inputs, identifying technical risks, and maintaining project schedules
- Stay informed of applicable planning regulations, urban development standards, municipal requirements, and best practices
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, or a related discipline
- Minimum of 7–10 years of relevant experience in urban planning, master planning, urban design, or development consultancy
- Experience working on large scale residential, mixed use developments
- Experience in the Middle East and familiarity with regional planning regulations and authority requirements is an advantage
- Strong knowledge of urban planning principles, land use planning, zoning, urban design, development controls, and master planning methodologies
- Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, GIS software, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and presentation tools
- Strong technical writing, report preparation, drawing review, and presentation skills
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About NAGA
- NAGA Architects, Designers & Planners is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy delivering innovative architectural and design solutions across the UAE, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.
- Our portfolio spans hospitality, residential, commercial, mixed use, and large scale master planned developments.
- We are committed to design excellence, technical rigor, collaborative teamwork, and delivering projects that meet both design intent and regulatory compliance standards.
Position Overview
- The Urban Planner will support the planning, design, and delivery of detailed master planning, authority submissions, and implementation.
- The role requires strong technical capability in land use planning, urban planning coordination, development control, infrastructure integration, and preparation of planning documentation for large scale and mixed use developments.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and review master plans, land use plans, zoning plans, development frameworks, and urban design strategies for residential, mixed use, commercial, industrial, hospitality, and public sector developments.
- Prepare site analyses, including existing conditions, opportunities and constraints, topography, access and mobility, surrounding context, environmental considerations, and infrastructure interfaces.
- Develop land use budgets, area schedules, density calculations, population projections, unit yields, plot distribution plans, and development capacity assessments.
- Prepare detailed planning layouts, including road hierarchies, plot subdivision, open space networks, public facilities, community amenities, and service corridors.
- Coordinate with architecture, landscape, infrastructure, transportation, environmental, utilities, and engineering disciplines to ensure integrated and technically feasible master planning solutions.
- Review architectural layouts and building footprints to confirm compliance with approved land use allocations, plot parameters, setbacks, building heights, parking requirements, access arrangements, and development controls.
- Prepare planning reports, design narratives, technical memoranda, presentation materials, and authority submission documents.
- Support the preparation of phasing strategies, implementation plans, development guidelines, design codes, and planning regulations.
- Coordinate with relevant authorities, clients, stakeholders, and project teams to address planning comments and secure required approvals.
- Conduct quality reviews of drawings, GIS data, CAD files, land use schedules, and technical documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.
- Support project managers in monitoring deliverables, coordinating inputs, identifying technical risks, and maintaining project schedules.
- Stay informed of applicable planning regulations, urban development standards, municipal requirements, and best practices relevant to project locations.
Technical Skills and Competencies
- Strong knowledge of urban planning principles, land use planning, zoning, urban design, development controls, and master planning methodologies.
- Experience in preparing land use budgets, development capacity studies, population projections, density calculations, and plot schedules.
- Ability to interpret and coordinate architectural, infrastructure, landscape, transportation, and utility drawings.
- Knowledge of road hierarchy, mobility planning, parking standards, pedestrian networks, public realm planning, and open space systems.
- Familiarity with planning approval processes, authority regulations, and development submission requirements.
- Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, GIS software, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and presentation tools. Knowledge of Revit, SketchUp, or other planning and visualization software is an advantage.
- Strong technical writing, report preparation, drawing review, and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate across disciplines, and deliver high quality work within project deadlines.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 7–10 years of relevant experience in urban planning, master planning, urban design, or development consultancy.
- Experience working on large scale residential, mixed use developments.
- Experience in the Middle East and familiarity with regional planning regulations and authority requirements is an advantage.
Key Deliverables
- Master plans and conceptual planning layouts
- Land use plans and area schedules
- Plot distribution and development capacity studies
- Zoning plans and development control guidelines
- Site analysis and planning assessment reports
- Urban design frameworks and public realm strategies
- Authority submission drawings and supporting documentation
- Presentation materials, technical reports, and coordination records
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