Town Planner (Real Estate) at Alpha Mead Group

Responsibilities

• Design and administer government plans and policies affecting land use, zoning, public utilities, community facilities, and housing
• Determineprojectviabilityby assessing its potential impact on the community and ensuring it aligns with the set objectives of the business
• Analyze data to determine and recommend an appropriate course of action in each facet of development, including project scope, traffic flow, and water and waste management
• Research into relevant town planning policy, the legislative framework, and specific legislation applicable to a particular project or sector at an early stage in the project development and planning process, to be able to provide strategic advice on the town planning requirements
• Visits the project site to monitor ongoing development and ensure compliance with planning policies and regulations
• Create, prepare, or requisition graphic and narrative reports on land use data, including land area maps overlaid with geographic variables such as population density.
• Ensure proper management of current infrastructure and urban resources.
• Coordinate with other local governments and prepare site approval documents
• Guide engineers/architects on the production of drawings and supplemental planning information concerning planning submissions
• Monitor construction-related activities to ensure that planning consents and directions are fully complied with
• Management of databases for any assistance with public consultation
• Create and interpret maps and diagrams
• Review and evaluate environmental impact reports about private and public planning projects and programs.
• Ensure the environment is protected throughout the planning and urban development process.
• Keep abreast of economic and legal issues involved in zoning codes, building codes, and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• First Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Planning, Urban Design, or a related field preferred in a reputable institution
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Town Plannerin the real estate industry
• Strong analytical and research skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, GIS, and PowerPoint.
• Professional certification in urban planning is a must-have
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strongproject management skills.
• Ability to generate high-quality graphics, diagrams, maps, sketches, and/or renderings.

Requirements:

• Good professional appearance and attitude.
• Diplomatic, tactful, discreet, flexible, resourceful and dependable
• Excellent leadership and project management skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to pay attention to details