Urban Designer

Position: Urban Designer

Location: Noida, Uttar Pradesh

Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site Only

Experience: 05–08 Years (Mandatory)

About the Role

We are seeking a mid-level Urban Designer with 05 to 08 years of professional experience in urban design, master planning, public realm and/or waterfront development projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of urban-scale design and demonstrate the ability to translate design concepts into coordinated, implementable proposals.

The candidate should have working knowledge of urban design principles, traffic codes, development bye-laws, construction standards, site planning and public realm design, along with experience in coordinating with consultants, contractors, execution agencies and other project stakeholders.

Experience in lakefront/waterfront development, heritage precincts, streetscape and public realm projects will be highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop urban design concepts, master plans, lakefront/waterfront development strategies and public realm proposals.
• Develop design proposals for lake edges, promenades, ghats, plazas, streetscapes, pedestrian networks, open spaces and public amenities.
• Prepare detailed design drawings, plans, sections, elevations, diagrams, presentations and other project deliverables.
• Translate conceptual proposals into detailed, implementable design solutions while considering site conditions, existing infrastructure and construction feasibility.
• Undertake site visits, site assessments and documentation of existing conditions, particularly for lakefront, waterfront, heritage and urban public realm projects.
• Coordinate design development with architectural, landscape, infrastructure, MEP, structural, traffic and other technical consultants.
• Coordinate with contractors, execution agencies, government departments, local authorities and other stakeholders during project implementation.
• Review site progress and provide design inputs/clarifications to support the execution of approved proposals.
• Identify design and execution conflicts and coordinate with relevant agencies to ensure timely resolution.
• Prepare reports, design documentation, technical notes and drawings required for project approvals and tender/execution processes.
• Support in developing client presentations, design narratives, project documentation and stakeholder presentations.
• Work with and interpret relevant GIS data, spatial information and mapping, and demonstrate working knowledge of relevant GIS software for site analysis, mapping and urban-scale design development.
• Coordinate and manage information received from surveys, GIS data, consultants and execution agencies to maintain consistency across project drawings and documentation.
• Ensure accuracy, quality and consistency of all design and technical outputs.
• Monitor project deliverables and coordinate with internal and external teams to meet project timelines.
• Be available for relocation, site visits or extended stays at project locations, as required by project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Urban Design, Urban Planning or a related discipline.
• Minimum 05 years of professional experience in Urban Design, Master Planning, Public Realm, Waterfront/Lakefront Development or related projects, preferably with a reputed design/architecture/urban design firm.
• Strong understanding of urban design principles, development bye-laws, traffic regulations, construction standards and site implementation processes.
• Working knowledge of GIS software and spatial analysis/mapping workflows is required.
• ·Proficiency in relevant design and documentation software used for urban design and architectural projects.

Preferred Experience

• Demonstrable experience in Urban Design, Master Planning, Lakefront/Waterfront Development, Streetscape, Public Realm or Heritage Development projects.
• Experience in developing projects from concept through detailed design, documentation, tender and/or site implementation.
• Experience coordinating with government agencies, local authorities, contractors, consultants and execution agencies.
• Ability to understand site constraints and translate design intent into practical and buildable solutions.
• Candidates who can showcase completed or ongoing projects involving lakefront development, waterfront edges, promenades, ghats, public spaces, pedestrian networks and urban revitalisation will be given preference.
• Strong communication, coordination, documentation and presentation skills.

Interested candidates can share their CVs AT [HIDDEN TEXT] along with the portfolios.