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Urban Planner

Job in Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai
Listing for: Bilfinger Middle East
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-24
Job specializations:
  • Design & Architecture
    Environmental & Urban Planning
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 130000 AED Yearly AED 90000.00 130000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and develop master plans, structure plans, neighborhood plans, and urban development strategies.
  • Conduct land use analysis, demographic studies, and socioeconomic assessments.
  • Develop zoning regulations, planning policies, and development control guidelines.
  • Perform site analysis, feasibility studies, and urban growth assessments.
  • Coordinate with transportation, utilities, environmental, and infrastructure teams to ensure integrated planning solutions.
  • Prepare planning reports, presentations, and technical documentation.
  • Review development applications and assess compliance with planning regulations and standards.
  • Engage with stakeholders, government authorities, developers, and community representatives.
  • Support planning approvals, permitting processes, and regulatory submissions.
  • Utilize GIS and planning software for spatial analysis and mapping.
  • Assess sustainability, resilience, and smart city initiatives within development projects.
  • Monitor urban development trends, regulations, and best practices.
  • Participate in public consultations and workshops.
  • Provide recommendations on urban design, mobility, public realm, and community facilities.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Urban Planning.
  • Master’s degree in urban planning or urban design is preferred.
  • Professional membership with recognized planning institutions is an advantage (e.g., RTPI, APA, CIP, PIA).
Experience
  • 3-10+ years of experience in urban planning, master planning, or development planning projects.
  • Experience working with government agencies, municipalities, developers, or engineering consultants.
  • Middle East/GCC project experience is preferred.
Technical Skills
  • Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS).
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.
  • Familiarity with urban planning regulations, zoning codes, and development standards.
  • Understanding of transportation planning, infrastructure planning, and sustainability principles.
  • Experience with data analysis, spatial modeling, and report preparation.
Presentation Software Skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint for preparing professional planning presentations, stakeholder reports, and public consultation materials.
  • Experience with Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop for presentation boards and visual communication.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Visio, Canva, or similar visualization tools is an advantage.
  • Ability to create compelling presentations incorporating maps, GIS outputs, master plans, urban design concepts, infographics, and data-driven insights.
Soft Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Stakeholder engagement and coordination skills.
  • Project management and organizational capabilities.
  • Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Master Plans
  • Structure Plans
  • Land Use Plans
  • Planning Reports
  • Development Control Guidelines
  • Zoning Maps
  • GIS Analysis and Mapping
  • Regulatory Submissions and Approval Documents
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