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You will join the Architecture & Urban Design Group at URA, contributing to urban planning and design work as well as strategic local and international programmes. The role involves shaping Singapore's built environment and bringing together city leaders, policymakers, planners and designers to exchange knowledge. It suits someone with a strong interest in cities and urban development who can work across multidisciplinary teams and with external partners.
Contribute to planning and urban design of strategic areas and projects in Singapore, considering planning context, development objectives, connectivity, public realm and place character.
Develop and evaluate urban design concepts, strategies, guidelines and proposals for high-quality outcomes.
Conduct urban analysis, site studies and research to understand development context and translate findings into planning and design recommendations.
Review development and design proposals and work with stakeholders to achieve good urban design outcomes.
Support initiatives to improve quality, accessibility and activation of public spaces, including policy and programme development, research, stakeholder engagement and pilot projects.
Work with public agencies, private-sector partners, communities and other stakeholders to explore opportunities for better-designed, inclusive and vibrant public spaces.
Contribute to initiatives and studies that advance urban design quality, liveability, placemaking and design excellence in Singapore.
Work across disciplines and with public agencies, developers, consultants and other stakeholders on planning and urban design matters.
Conduct research and analysis on urban planning, urban design, liveability and emerging city issues to inform URA's work and programme development.
Identify relevant international practices, emerging trends and urban challenges.
Develop programme concepts, themes and content that facilitate meaningful exchange on urban issues and showcase relevant planning and urban development practices.
Prepare briefs, presentations, reports and other materials to support stakeholder engagements and knowledge sharing.
Support URA's participation in major local and international urban platforms, including the World Cities Summit, and develop and deliver associated programmes, engagements, exhibitions and other initiatives.
Shape programme objectives and content to facilitate meaningful exchange on urban planning and design issues.
Coordinate with local and international city governments, planning authorities, professional organisations and other partners in the development and delivery of programmes and initiatives.
Engage city leaders, policymakers, urban practitioners and other stakeholders, and build partnerships that support continued exchange and collaboration on urban issues.
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Full time role based at URA Centre.
Requirements
Degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Urban Design, Geography or a related discipline.
Relevant experience in urban planning, architecture, urban design or related work.
Strong interest in the physical development of Singapore and contemporary urban planning and design issues.
Good planning and design sensibilities, with the ability to analyse urban contexts and develop well-considered planning and design responses.
Strong analytical and conceptual abilities, with the ability to translate broad objectives into clear proposals, programmes and deliverables.
Good project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines.
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