Associate - Urban Designer

Job description

AECOM is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Associate - Urban Designer to join its Urbanism + Planning studio in Dubai. The role leads and manages urban design projects across the MEA region, conceptualising and delivering design solutions for residential, mixed-use, cultural and regeneration developments.

The designer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, engages with clients and government authorities, guides junior designers and CAD technicians, and delivers high-quality, sustainable urban environments using tools such as BIM, SketchUp, Rhino and Revizto.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of urban design projects from concept to completion.
• Develop master plans, detailed designs, and urban frameworks for various project scales.
• Collaborate with architects, planners, engineers, and other specialists to create integrated design solutions.
• Manage project teams, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Prepare and present masterplan concepts, design reports, and visual materials to clients and stakeholders.
• Provide technical expertise in land use planning, urban regeneration, and sustainable design practices.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance policies, project delivery standards, and local regulations.
• Guide and mentor junior designers and CAD technicians, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Engage with clients, government authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure project alignment and approvals.
• Utilize advanced digital tools (e.g., BIM, SketchUp, Rhino, Revizto) for design and visualization.
• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related field
• 10+ years of professional experience in urban design, site planning, or master planning
• Strong knowledge of urban design principles, spatial analysis, and site planning methodologies

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture or a related field
• 10+ years of professional experience in urban design, site planning or master planning
• Strong knowledge of urban design principles, spatial analysis and site planning methodologies
• An updated portfolio must be uploaded with the application

Skills

• BIM
• Master Planning
• Revizto
• Rhino
• SketchUp
• Urban Design