Designation: Advance Associate – Urban Design
Studio: Urban Design Studio
Location: Guwahati, Assam
Experience: 5-8 years
About Jana Urban Space Foundation
Established in 2007, Jana Urban Space Foundation (Jana USP) is a Professional Services Social Enterprise (PSSE), delivering transformational, world-class work on the spatial dimension of cities. Jana USP’s work is focused primarily on practice – the execution of projects that deliver this transformational experience on-the-ground. Such practice work is carried out in three studios: Urban Planning; Urban Design; and Inclusive Architecture. Over the years, Jana USP has also taken up several policy and reforms initiatives, related to spatial aspects of Urban Planning and Urban Design of Indian cities, with a view to address many policy, institutional and operational bottlenecks in these areas. Jana USP is a not-for-profit entity.
JanaUSP is part of the JANA Group – one of India’s best-known groups of not-for-profit institutions working towards the mission of fixing India’s cities. Swati Ramanathan and Ramesh Ramanathan co-founded Jana Group in 2001 and it presently works across citizen participation and city governance reforms (through Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy), city planning and design (through Jana Urban Space Foundation), municipal consulting services (through Jana Urban Services for Transformation Pvt. Ltd.), banking and financial services for the urban poor (through Jana Small Finance Bank) and affordable housing for the urban poor (through Janaadhar).
Our Key Projects in Urban Design
- Junction Improvements: Prioritizing pedestrian and non-motorized transport (NMT), creating iconic intersections across India.
- Street Design: From design to execution, we focus on capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and project monitoring.
- Green Infrastructure: Creation of vibrant green lungs for cities including parks, wetlands, urban forests etc.
- Blue Infrastructure: Waterfront masterplan and guidelines focusing on climate resilience and incorporating green infrastructure techniques to create memorable waterfront public spaces.
- Community-centric Architecture: Socially architecture projects that cater to underserved populations.
Role Overview
We are seeking a dynamic Associate – Urban Design to join our team in Assam. This role offers the chance to lead impactful urban design projects that will shape the future of public spaces across the region. You will work closely with the government and other stakeholders to create vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Liaison & Presentations: Regularly engage with government stakeholders, providing updates and presenting project deliverables.
- Site Visits & Supervision: Conduct site visits for project supervision, ensuring design adherence and quality execution.
- Report Writing: Prepare detailed reports to communicate project progress, outcomes, and recommendations.
- Concept & Technical Design: Lead the creation of concept designs, presentation drawings, and site drawings.
- Project Management: Manage project timelines, coordinate with teams, and ensure successful delivery of urban design projects.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree in Urban Design or a related field is mandatory.
- 5 to 8 years of work experience.
- Experience in working on urban design projects, including streets, parks, waterfronts, etc.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience working with government or municipal projects is highly desirable.
Desired Competencies
- presentation and communication skills to effectively convey ideas and project updates.
- collaborate with teams on quick turn-around of concept designs, reports, and graphics.
- BOQs and project costing for government projects.
- graphic sense and attention to detail in design and technical work.
- thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to evolving project requirements, while maintaining a high standard of quality.
Why Join Us?
JanaUSP offers a highly dynamic and inclusive work environment, fostering innovation and personal growth. We provide competitive remuneration based on experience, skillset, and background. Join us in shaping the future of urban spaces and making a tangible impact on cities.
Location: Guwahati, Assam
To Apply: Submit your CV, portfolio, and LinkedIn profile to work@janausp.org with “Associate – Urban Design_Assam_<Your Name>” in the subject line.