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Stantec is currently looking for an Urban Designer to join our dynamic team.

Some of the key job responsibilities of this role entail this following:

  • Assist with urban design and master planning related tasks under the direction of the project Senior Planner or Urban Design Lead.
  • Assist in preparation of site analysis by describing applicable patterns of land use, density, ownership, urban fabric, transit networks, open space networks, community amenities, etc.
  • Identify existing facilities and infrastructure on site, and characterize relevant environmental data.
  • Develop benchmarking by identifying and describing comparable projects and/or design aspects.
  • Develop design of a range of project types and scales by preparing sketches, drawings, illustrations, 3D models, and rendered plans and perspectives.
  • Develop and prepare Design Control Regulation Sheets.
  • Develop urban design and architectural design guidelines.
  • Coordinate with CGI/rendering subconsultant to develop and story board animations and 3D renderings.
  • Coordinate with multiple parties including internal teams and external consultants, and occasionally with the client technical counterparts.
  • Develop massing models for pre-concept/ conceptual studies incorporating conventional urban design principles.
  • Develop design guidelines for urban design, planning & architecture appropriate to the development character and principles.
  • Develop Master plan concepts in compliance with community facility and planning standards.
  • Prepare and maintain datasets (in excel) including land use, population statistics and development assumptions to support discipline and specialty trade inputs.

Qualifications:

  • Degree in Architecture or Landscape Architecture with proven experience in master planning/urban design; post graduate qualification in Urban Design is a plus.
  • Registration in internationally recognized planning / urban design certification is preferred.
  • Certification in any related sustainability standards including Estidama, LEED or Well Community Standards is a plus.
  • 4 -6 years of work experience in similar role.
  • Experience in various scales and types of masterplans in the region.
  • Strong command and understanding of Abu Dhabi planning policies and standards including Public Realm Manual, Urban Street Design Manual, Community Facilities Planning Manual.
  • Have delivered master planning submissions to the Department of Municipalities and Transportation (DMT) and have a thorough understanding of the process and requirements including CMP, DMP and Development Control Regulations and GIS specifications manual.
  • Understanding of Estidama and Sustainability standards.
  • Knowledge using AutoCad, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, REVIT, 3D programs: such as Rhino Sketchup
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