What are the responsibilities and job description for the Urban Designer position at Waggoner?
Description
Your Primary Responsibilities will include
What you'll need
Why Join Our Team
Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is hiring an Urban Designer for our Jackson, MS office. The role could be remote for the ideal candidate. The position will play a critical role in shaping the built environment by planning, designing, and managing the development of urban spaces. This position will work on a variety of projects, including public and private developments, commercial districts, residential communities, parks, plazas, and multimodal transportation corridors. This position will collaborate with planners, engineers, and stakeholders to create sustainable, functional, and aesthetically compelling urban environments.
Are you ready to inspire, engage and deliver? For almost 50 years Waggoner has delivered sound results through a culture of integrity, service and creativity to benefit our clients. Waggoner has more than doubled in size over the last five years and growth is expected to significantly increase through the addition of talented personnel.
What does that mean for you? Waggoner differentiates itself as a leader in growth strategy for water and disaster recovery, as well as providing full engineering services across 19 offices and 6 states; we need people who are inspired for future growth, engage as leaders in their respective fields, and deliver to both internal and external clients.
If you are tired of hearing “we’ve always done it this way”; if you have a work hard/play hard attitude; and if you enjoy working with a vast team of professionals across various disciplines, you will fit right into our culture.
Are you ready to inspire, engage and deliver? For almost 50 years Waggoner has delivered sound results through a culture of integrity, service and creativity to benefit our clients. Waggoner has more than doubled in size over the last five years and growth is expected to significantly increase through the addition of talented personnel.
What does that mean for you? Waggoner differentiates itself as a leader in growth strategy for water and disaster recovery, as well as providing full engineering services across 19 offices and 6 states; we need people who are inspired for future growth, engage as leaders in their respective fields, and deliver to both internal and external clients.
If you are tired of hearing “we’ve always done it this way”; if you have a work hard/play hard attitude; and if you enjoy working with a vast team of professionals across various disciplines, you will fit right into our culture.
Your Primary Responsibilities will include
- Develop innovative design concepts and master plans for urban projects, integrating land use, transportation, and public spaces.
- Create detailed sketches, technical drawings, renderings, and 3D models to visualize proposed designs.
- Conduct site analysis, including research on demographics, environmental factors, land use patterns, and zoning regulations.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure projects align with regulatory requirements, sustainability goals, and community needs.
- Engage with clients, stakeholders, and the public to present design proposals and incorporate feedback into final plans.
- Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and project documentation to support planning and approval processes.
- Oversee the implementation of urban design projects, ensuring construction aligns with approved plans and design intent.
- Stay informed on emerging urban design trends, best practices, and technological advancements in the field.
What you'll need
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Urban design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
- Proficiency in design and 3D visualization software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and GIS tools.
- Strong graphic representation, artistic, and visual communication skills.
- Knowledge of zoning codes, land use policies, and urban planning principles.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to make quick and efficient changes on complex projects as project needs evolve.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of five years of experience in urban design, preferably within a consulting or design firm.
- Experience in community engagement, public participation, and stakeholder coordination.
Why Join Our Team
We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:
- WEI Incentive Program
- Healthy Workplace Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Competitive Health Benefits
- Career Development and Training
- Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
- Community Service Opportunities
- Worldwide Travel Assistance
Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
