Associate - Urban Designer

About the role

AECOM is looking for an Associate - Urban Designer to join its Urbanism + Planning studio in Dubai. The role leads and manages urban design projects across the Middle East and Africa region, creating innovative solutions for residential, mixed-use, cultural and regeneration developments. It involves working with multidisciplinary teams, engaging clients and stakeholders, and delivering high-quality, sustainable urban environments. The position is listed as hybrid.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of urban design projects from concept to completion.
• Develop master plans, detailed designs and urban frameworks for projects of various scales.
• Collaborate with architects, planners, engineers and other specialists on integrated design solutions.
• Manage project teams, keeping them aligned with client objectives, timelines and budgets.
• Prepare and present masterplan concepts, design reports and visual materials to clients and stakeholders.
• Provide expertise in land use planning, urban regeneration and sustainable design.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance policies, project delivery standards and local regulations.
• Guide and mentor junior designers and CAD technicians.
• Engage with clients, government authorities and other stakeholders to secure project alignment and approvals.
• Use digital tools such as BIM, SketchUp, Rhino and Revizto for design and visualization.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture or a related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience in urban design, site planning or master planning.
• Strong knowledge of urban design principles, spatial analysis and site planning methodologies.
• All applicants must upload an updated portfolio.

What we offer

• Benefits depending on employment status, which may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability coverage, paid time off, flexible work options, a retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
• Training and development programs, and a global team with opportunities to work on projects locally and worldwide.