Cosy Hauz A Ltd. is hiring a Urban Planner to provide critical technical planning expertise in a remote capacity. You will support both the Planning and Acquisition teams by conducting comprehensive site evaluations, managing planning risks, and ensuring policy compliance.
What You'll Do
- Conduct full planning, policy, technical, commercial, and legal viability assessments of potential sites.
- Review zoning regulations, planning history, environmental constraints, heritage factors, and infrastructure considerations.
- Evaluate development potential and identify risks, constraints, and opportunities affecting acquisition strategy or development outcomes.
- Recommend planning-led phasing and mitigation strategies to de-risk proposals and align with policy requirements.
- Support the Acquisition team by providing clear, evidence-based planning insights during early-stage site evaluation.
- Work closely with Design Architects and the Planning Team to ensure schemes are policy-compliant, technically robust, and positioned for approval.
- Prepare and support planning submissions such as Planning Statements, DAS, feasibility reports, and supporting documentation.
- Review design proposals for compliance with planning policies, zoning laws, and environmental regulations, advising on early adjustments.
- Confidently handle stakeholder engagement with planning officers, neighbours, and consultees throughout the application process.
- Communicate directly with external clients to understand project objectives, provide planning guidance, and support service-offering deliverables.
- Conduct planning appraisals, feasibility reviews, and risk assessments for client projects.
- Coordinate with external consultants (e.g., ecologists, surveyors, transport specialists) to gather information required for both internal and client planning work.
- Maintain strong, professional communication to guide clients through constraints, risks, and planning strategy.
What We're Looking For
- A strong Architecture background is required.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in planning, development, or related practice.
- Strong understanding of planning regulations, zoning laws, and development policies.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture is preferred.
- Educational background in Town Planning, Urban Design, Geography, or related fields is acceptable if backed by strong architectural experience.
- Experience in feasibility studies, planning appraisals, development assessments, or acquisition support.
- Advantageous software skills: CAD, GIS, property databases, and planning tools.
Technical Stack
- CAD
- GIS
- Property databases
- Planning tools
Team & Environment
You will support the Planning and Acquisition teams and work closely with Design Architects and the Planning Team.
Benefits & Compensation
- SSS, PHILHEALTH & PAGIBIG
- Paid Leaves up to 25 days annually
- Work Equipment Subsidy
- HMO Coverage
- Performance Bonus
- UK Secondment Program (Company sponsored)
Work Mode
This is a global remote position.
Cosy Hauz A Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.
