About the job

Description

Job Title: Senior Geospatial – Masterplanning

Location: London

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000

Job Type: Full-Time (3 days in 2 WFH)

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior GIS/CAD Specialist to support the delivery of large-scale masterplanning projects as part of a growing masterplanning and urban design team. The ideal candidate will bring 3–4 years of professional experience within urban planning, architecture, or landscape architecture environments, with a strong focus on projects in the Middle East region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage GIS and CAD workflows across multiple masterplanning projects, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Develop and maintain spatial databases, maps, and visualizations to support planning and design decisions.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including urban designers, planners, and engineers.
• Translate conceptual designs into detailed CAD drawings and GIS datasets for presentation and documentation.
• Integrate GIS analysis into planning reports and client presentations.
• Maintain drawing standards and ensure compliance with project-specific and regional requirements.
• Support site analysis, land use planning, and infrastructure mapping using GIS tools.
• Liaise directly with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliverables.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Urban Planning, Architecture, or a related field.
• 3–4 years’ experience working on large-scale masterplanning projects.
• Proven experience delivering projects in the Middle East (e.g., Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar).
• Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS) and CAD tools (AutoCAD, Civil 3D).
• Strong understanding of spatial analysis, data management, and cartographic principles.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with BIM integration and 3D modeling tools (e.g., Rhino, Revit).
• Familiarity with regional planning regulations and cultural contexts in the Middle East.
• Knowledge of scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, ModelBuilder) is a plus.