SurbanaJurong

Urban designer

Bangalore Full time

Job Title: Senior Urban Designer (15+ Years Experience)

Location: India
Department: Urban Design / Planning
Reports To: Associate Director / Urban Design Lead

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Urban Designer with over 15 years of professional experience in urban design, master planning, and large-scale urban development projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong design vision, leadership skills, and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams through all stages of design — from concept to implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage urban design and master planning projects of varying scales, from concept to detailed design stages.

  • Prepare and present high-quality design concepts, reports, and visual materials to clients, stakeholders, and authorities.

  • Coordinate with architects, planners, engineers, landscape architects, and environmental consultants.

  • Ensure design quality, sustainability principles, and contextual sensitivity are integrated into all project deliverables.

  • Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance on design methodologies and documentation.

  • Participate in business development activities, proposal writing, and client presentations.

  • Conduct site analysis, feasibility studies, and urban design assessments.

  • Stay updated with local planning regulations, design standards, and emerging global urban trends.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Urban Design, or Planning (Master’s in Urban Design preferred).

  • 10+ years of relevant experience in urban design or master planning with a reputed consultancy or design firm.

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality urban design and large-scale project experience.

  • Proficiency in design and visualization tools such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Rhino, and GIS (preferred).

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Deep understanding of sustainable design principles, mobility planning, and urban regeneration strategies.

  • Proven leadership and project management capabilities.

Desirable:

  • Experience working on international or mixed-use master plans.

  • Familiarity with Smart City or Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) projects.

  • Membership in professional bodies (ISOCARP, ULI, IUDI, etc.)

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!