• Application Deadline:
• Position: Town Planner (Real Estate)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Real Estate 
  

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