Urban Planner

• We are seeking a qualified and motivated Urban Planner to support the preparation, review and implementation of Zonal Development Plans and other urban planning projects in Patna.
• The ideal candidate should possess strong technical knowledge of urban and regional planning, land use planning, GIS-based analysis, development control regulations, and statutory planning processes.
• The selected candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, government agencies, consultants, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality planning outputs aligned with urban development objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Zonal Development Plans, Local Area Plans, and related statutory planning documents.
• Conduct land use surveys, demographic analysis, infrastructure assessments, and urban growth studies.
• Develop planning proposals, zoning regulations, and development control guidelines.
• Undertake GIS-based mapping, spatial analysis, and data interpretation.
• Coordinate with government departments, local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, planning drawings, and project documentation.
• Conduct field visits, site assessments, and stakeholder consultations.
• Analyze urban infrastructure requirements, transportation networks, housing needs, and environmental considerations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant planning regulations, urban development policies, and statutory requirements.
• Support project management activities, including timelines, deliverables, and client coordination.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of urban and regional planning principles.
• Understanding of Development Control Regulations (DCR), zoning regulations, and statutory planning processes.
• Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS/QGIS).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and spatial planning tools.
• Strong analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to interpret planning policies, land use data, and spatial information.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in government, consulting, infrastructure, smart city, or urban development projects.
• Exposure to AMRUT, Smart Cities Mission, PM Gati Shakti, Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), or similar urban development initiatives.
• Experience with demographic and socioeconomic analysis.
• Knowledge of urban infrastructure planning and sustainable development principles.
• Knowledge of urban and regional planning principles.
• Understanding of Development Control Regulations (DCR), zoning regulations, and statutory planning processes.
• Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS/QGIS).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and spa.
• 4-12 years of relevant experience in urban planning, master planning, zonal planning, development planning, or related fields.
• Experience in preparation of Development Plans, Master Plans, Zonal Plans, or GIS-based planning projects will be prefe