Urban Planner

Company Description

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

Job Description

Position: Urban Planner
Experience: 5–7 Years
**Location:**Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Urban Planning / Town Planning / Regional Planning or related field

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of the Detailed Master Plan for the Township.
• Support preparation of land-use plans, zoning proposals, development control strategies and phasing plans.
• Assist in developing access and movement strategies, street hierarchy and land-use–transport integration in coordination with the planning team.
• Prepare and analyse existing and proposed land-use, infrastructure, social amenities and development potential.
• Support planning for mixed-use development, housing, commercial/tourism areas, public amenities and open spaces/blue-green networks.
• Assist in preparation of zonal plans, layout plans and development/phasing strategies for the township.
• Undertake site visits, data collection, stakeholder consultations and analysis to support planning proposals.
• Assist in preparation of planning reports, presentations, maps and other project deliverables.
• Support the team in incorporating client/authority comments and suggestions into the Draft and Final Master Plan.
• Assist in coordination with government agencies and stakeholders for necessary approvals and statutory processes.

Qualifications

Qualification: Master’s Degree in Urban Planning / Town Planning / Regional Planning or related field

Additional Information

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in Urban/Town Planning, Master Planning, Development Plans or large-scale township projects.
• Master’s degree in Urban Planning / Town Planning / Regional Planning or allied discipline.
• Experience in land-use planning, zoning, development planning and infrastructure-led urban planning.
• Good understanding of TOD principles, sustainable urban development and GIS-based planning will be preferred.
• Experience in government/PMC/consultancy projects will be an advantage.
• Strong skills in GIS/AutoCAD, MS Office, report preparation and presentations.
• Good coordination and communication skills, with willingness to work from the Client Office, Port Blair.