Urban Designer, Edmonton

Job Number: 55254Join a team of design professionals committed to shaping the future of Edmonton’s built environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to champion high-quality urban design and contribute to the long-term vibrancy of our city's neighborhoods and public spaces.Working within the Urban Strategies section, you will play a key role in administering the Edmonton Design Committee (EDC) and reviewing land development applications and municipal initiatives through an urban design lens. You will collaborate with various City departments and community partners to ensure development proposals and public infrastructure projects meet the highest standards of accessibility, attractiveness, and functionality.What will you do?Administer the Edmonton Design Committee (EDC) by conducting orientation, managing communication, setting agendas, providing urban design advice, preparing minutes, etc.Draft EDC decision letters and ensure they are clear and unambiguousSupport the development and implementation of the annual EDC workplan and annual reportReview land development applications, development permits, and storefront improvement plans to enhance urban qualityLiaise with file planners, development officers, applicants and City project managers to encourage improved design characteristics in proposed projectsPrepare urban design plans, guidelines, concept plans, and 3D models/renderingsConduct urban design analysis and support updates to the Urban Design ManualQualifications:University degree in urban design, planning, architecture, landscape architecture, or a related fieldTwo years of experience in urban design, planning, or a related fieldAssets:Master’s degree in a related fieldEligibility for membership in the Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI), Alberta Association of Architects, or Alberta Association of Landscape ArchitectsSkills required for success:Proficiency in urban design principles and technical applicationsVisual communication through hand sketching and 3D modeling softwareExpertise in Adobe Creative Suite or similar design softwareClear and professional verbal and written communicationStrategic relationship-building withinternal and external collaboratorsEffective project management, multitasking, and prioritization under tight timelinesCollaborative mindset for working in a studio-style design environmentProfessional judgment to determine exemptions and navigate complex design mandatesAlignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusionConditions of Employment:Applicants may be testedWork Environment:Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advanceThis role works primarily in an indoor settingAvailability to attend events during the evenings and weekends may be required from time to timeThis is a public-facing role and requires engagement and interaction with diverse people from various backgrounds with different needs, expectations and emotional statesThe City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact . Learn more about our benefits to 1 permanent full-time positionHours of Work: 33.75 hours per weekSalary Range: $51.611 - $65.218 (Hourly); $90,925.680 - $114,897.810 (Annually)Recruitment Consultant: JF/SOEdmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.Classification Title: Planner IPosting Date: May 20, 2026Closing Date: Jun 3, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-timeUnion : CSU 52Department: Planning andEnvironment ServicesWork Location(s): 8th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4#J-18808-Ljbffr