Graduate Urban Designer/ Planner

About the Role

The Graduate Urban Designer / Planner will support multidisciplinary teams in the planning, design, analysis, and delivery of a wide range of projects, including public realm improvements, streetscapes, parks, campuses, transit-oriented developments, mixed-use districts, new towns, large-scale masterplans, strategic infrastructure, and regional planning projects. The role demands strong design thinking, analytical capability, digital proficiency, and effective collaboration across disciplines and geographies.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects across all design stages, from visioning, feasibility, concept development, and master planning through to detailed design and implementation support.
• Take ownership of work and design under the supervision of Senior Urban Planners & Designers.
• Follow agreed design standards and parameters set by senior team members.
• Complete assigned tasks to time and cost.
• Assist in preparing design studies, reports, presentations, technical documentation, and client deliverables.
• Undertake site analysis, precedent studies, benchmarking, and contextual research.
• Support the production of high-quality graphics, diagrams, visualizations, reports, and presentation materials.
• Participate in interdisciplinary technical coordination, internal design reviews, workshops, and coordination meetings.
• Travel to different AtkinsRéalis offices and sites globally if required.
• Understand project workflows and assess for possible enhancements and integration of new software & automation.
• Assist in achieving design & workflow innovation within project scope.
• Develop innovative, sustainable, and resilient design solutions aligned with project objectives.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• AutoCAD
• GIS
• Rhino
• Adobe Suite
• MS Office
• AI Automation & Prompt engineering
• Willingness and skill to learn new software as required by projects.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Urban Design/Planning from a university of national or international repute is a must.
• Bachelor's degree holders in Urban Design/Planning or Architecture will be considered if they can showcase relevant experience in Urban/Planning Project Stages, including design, documentation, policy work, and site implementation.
• Chartered or candidates on Pathway will be considered an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.
• Capable of working on own initiative or as part of a larger multidisciplinary team.
• Logical and organized approach to project delivery.
• Ability to follow instructions and guidance from senior team members.
• Ability to identify and communicate concerns of the project/team to the immediate Line Manager.
• Ability to discuss career goals and aspirations.
• Ability to structure and work on independent subject research will be considered an additional advantage.
• Willingness to share information and knowledge with team members.

Experience & Skills

• For experienced candidates: relevant experience delivering Urban Design, Urban Planning, Policy, and Public Realm projects.
• For experienced candidates: ability to explain projects overall and their specific involvement.
• For experienced candidates: competence in design detailing and construction techniques.
• For experienced candidates: conversant of the evolving standards of the profession, primarily with respect to collaborative and multi-disciplinary design.
• For graduates: clear understanding of context-specific design approaches through academic projects.
• Respect and consideration of all involved user demographics must be evident in the showcased portfolio.
• Ability to self-classify key skill competency and stronghold in one or more of the following: design, technical, innovation, strategy, and demonstrate the same through projects.
• Experience in global market regions will be considered an additional advantage.
• Experienced candidates are expected to share both Work & Academic portfolios.

Rewards & Benefits

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
• Opportunities to sharpen skills and expand expertise.