Urban Planner

Job Title: Urban Planner G3 - parametric design

Joining Arup 
Arup is a UK-headquartered independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants, and technical specialists offering a wide range of professional services. With 90 offices in 35 countries, their 19,000+ staff make a positive difference in the world through their work.

Arup is an independent, employee-owned firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants, and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference in the world.

Arup’s Integrated City Planning Team delivers an integrated approach and sustainable solutions to the design of cities and complex urban environments. We are a collaborative team of urban designers, architects, landscape architects, economists, planners, and sustainability experts working together to shape, justify, design, consent, and deliver transformative projects.

Within ICP, the MPUD team designs cities and places: influencing and shaping the physical, social, and economic infrastructures that power sustainable development. We are a diverse and experienced team committed to delivering sustainable development.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Parametric Modeler / Urban Planner to join our India team and support a wide range of international projects. The role will focus on integrating computational and parametric design into urban planning, while collaborating with expert teams in the UK and Southeast Asia to adapt best practices for the local context. This position will play a key part in establishing a regional centre of excellence in India.

Responsibilities include creating and implementing parametric workflows, building reusable design components, and delivering data-driven urban solutions through scenario modelling and performance analysis. The candidate will also mentor junior team members, foster innovation, and contribute to forming a dedicated parametric modelling team in India—helping shape the future of urban planning in the region.

Is this role right for you?

We'd love to hear from you if you have -

 Degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, or related field; Master’s preferred.

 Proven experience in parametric modelling and computational design for urban projects.

 Strong analytical, design, graphics, and presentation skills with ability to work independently and collaboratively.

 Proficiency in Rhino, Grasshopper, Python scripting, GIS tools (QGIS/ArcGIS), and 3D modelling.

 Familiarity with AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, MS Office; knowledge of BIM tools and visualization software (Lumion/Enscape) is an advantage.

 Excellent communication skills and experience mentoring junior team members.

Reward and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary at all levels, and one of the best benefits packages in our sector. Core benefits include Provident Fund contribution, NPS option, Mediclaim cover (incl. family), Term Life and Accident Insurance, Employee Assistance Prog. scheme for the family to safeguard your physical and mental wellbeing. In addition, all permanent employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme. Subject to scheme rules employees can receive two Profit Share payments per year, which are dependent on the firm’s financial performance.

Different people, shared values.

At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.

At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. Our internal employee networks - BAME, Culture, Disability, LGBTQ+ and Women - provide a space for you to express your views and to make a positive difference - discover more about life at Arup here.

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At Arup, we appreciate that everyone’s circumstances are different and having the freedom to flex the way we work is essential to our wellbeing. If flexibility matters to you let us know when you apply, and we will discuss how this could work in your role.

What happens next?

If this could be the next step in your journey, please apply online. All applications will be considered, and we will try our very best to respond to you within 72 hours of receiving your application.

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