Urban Planner & Policy Advisor
Company: Sourcet Global
Role summary
Urban Planner & Policy Advisor is a full-time role at Sourcet Global in Matruh, Egypt (on-site). Posted 2026-10-18. Experience level: 10+.
- Job title
- Urban Planner & Policy Advisor
- Company
- Sourcet Global
- Location
- Matruh, Egypt
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 10+
- Date posted
- 2026-10-18
Here's a fantastic opportunity to lead impactful urban planning and policy initiatives for large-scale developments. If you have a knack for master planning and a passion for driving sustainability and smart city solutions, this role offers a chance to shape the future of urban environments.
Job description
Job Description: Urban Planner & Policy Advisor (PMC Level)
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Urban Planner & Policy Advisor to join our Program Management Consultancy (PMC) team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading urban planning, master planning, and policy advisory services for large-scale and city-wide developments. You will play a pivotal role in establishing development guidelines, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving sustainability and smart city initiatives, and liaising with government authorities and key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Urban & Master Planning Lead: Direct and review complex urban design, zoning frameworks, and master plans for large-scale and city-wide projects.
Policy Advisory & Guidelines: Formulate, review, and implement urban development policies, zoning regulations, building codes, and development guidelines tailored to project requirements.
Smart Cities & Sustainability Integration: Incorporate sustainable urban practices, smart city technologies, and green infrastructure standards into overall planning and advisory outputs.
Stakeholder & Authority Coordination: Act as the primary liaison between key stakeholders, municipal authorities, regulatory bodies, and internal project management teams to secure approvals and align strategies.
Consultancy & PMC Management: Provide strategic oversight of external consultants and sub-consultants, ensuring all deliverables meet high quality standards and technical specifications.
Risk & Policy Review: Identify planning risks, land-use conflicts, and regulatory roadblocks early in the development lifecycle, proposing effective policy solutions.
Requirements
Education & Qualifications
Mandatory:
Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, or a closely related discipline.
Preferred:
Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, or Public Policy.
Preferred Courses & Certifications:
Urban Planning / Policy Certifications (e.g., AICP, RTPI, or regional equivalents) – Preferred
GIS (Geographic Information Systems) proficiency/certification – Preferred
Sustainability / Smart Cities Certifications (e.g., LEED AP, Estidama, BREEAM) – Advantageous
PMP (Project Management Professional) – Advantageous
Required Experience & Career Track
Total Experience: 10–12+ years of progressive experience in urban planning, master planning, and policy advisory within reputable PMC / Consultancy environments.
Project Profile: Hands-on experience in large-scale, mega-projects, or city-wide developments .
Typical Career Progression Profile:
0–5 Years: Urban Planner / Architect
5–10 Years: Senior Urban Planner
10–12+ Years: Urban Planning Lead / Advisor