Job summary
AtkinsRéalis is hiring a Senior Urban Designer in Riyadh to lead masterplanning, urban design frameworks and public realm strategies for major urban development projects. The role involves coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering high-quality, sustainable urban environments.
Key responsibilities
- Lead preparation of master plans, urban design frameworks and detailed proposals.
- Manage urban design packages from concept through implementation.
- Develop public realm, streetscape, open space and placemaking strategies.
- Conduct urban analysis, site assessments and feasibility studies.
- Review and guide production of reports, drawings and visualizations.
- Coordinate with architects, landscape architects and engineering teams.
- Lead design review workshops, stakeholder consultations and client presentations.
- Mentor junior designers and provide technical leadership to project teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Urban Design, Planning, Architecture or related field
- Master's degree in Urban Design or Urbanism preferred
- Professional membership (RTPI, ULI, APA, RIBA or equivalent) advantageous
- 10–15+ years' experience in urban design and masterplanning
- Proven delivery of large-scale mixed-use and public realm projects
- Strong knowledge of design principles and regulatory approval processes
- Experience working on major GCC developments, preferably Saudi Arabia
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, GIS and visualization tools
Benefits
- Tax-free salary
- Life insurance
- Medical insurance
- Annual leave
- Company gratuity scheme
- Discretionary bonus program
- Annual flight contribution
- Housing and transportation allowances
- Employee wellbeing program (24/7 support)
Skills
Urban designMasterplanningAutoCADRevitRhinoSketchUpGISAdobe Creative SuiteLumionStakeholder engagement
Source: Workday. Last checked as open: 14 Nov 2026. You apply directly with the employer.
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