Urban Designer

Senior Planning & Urban Designer

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 10+ years

About the Role

GS is looking for an experienced Senior Planning & Urban Designer to join our growing team in Dubai.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in urban planning, master planning, urban design, and large-scale development projects, with the ability to lead design concepts, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and deliver high-quality planning and urban design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage urban planning and urban design projects from concept through development and implementation.
• Develop master plans, urban frameworks, site planning strategies, land-use plans, and urban design concepts.
• Prepare and review planning and design proposals, presentations, reports, and technical documentation.
• Conduct site analysis, planning studies, feasibility assessments, and development evaluations.
• Ensure planning and design solutions align with project objectives, planning principles, applicable regulations, and authority requirements.
• Coordinate with architects, landscape architects, infrastructure consultants, engineers, and other multidisciplinary teams.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, government authorities, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review development proposals and provide technical and design recommendations.
• Lead design reviews and ensure quality, consistency, and timely delivery of project outputs.
• Support project managers and senior leadership with planning strategies, design decisions, and project development.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining a high standard of technical and design quality.
• Mentor and guide junior planners and designers within the team.
• Stay updated on UAE planning regulations, urban development trends, sustainability principles, and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in urban planning and urban design.
• Strong experience in master planning, large-scale developments, mixed-use projects, or urban development projects.
• UAE/GCC experience is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of urban planning principles, development controls, and relevant authority requirements.
• Excellent design, analytical, presentation, and communication skills.
• Strong experience coordinating with multidisciplinary consultants and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in relevant design and planning software, including AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, GIS, SketchUp, or similar tools.
• Strong project management and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while effectively leading and coordinating a multidisciplinary team.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a strategic, creative, and technically strong urban planning professional who can take ownership of projects, provide innovative planning solutions, and work confidently with clients, consultants, authorities, and senior management.

Immediate availability is preferred.

Interested candidates are invited to apply with their updated CV.