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URBAN PLANNER

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QUICK LINKS

Planners work with architects, developers, commercial organisations and community groups to plan how land will be used in the future, and to make sure that this fits in with the surrounding environment.

What does an urban planner do?

Would you like a job where you can influence the world that you see from your window?

Do you like the idea of helping to improve people’s lifestyles?

Planners work in both urban and rural areas. Their role has a direct impact on the lives and lifestyles of people. They assist governments, private organisations and community members to make decisions on how spaces in both urban and rural areas should be used.

When a decision needs to be made on whether farm land should be used for housing, or if an inner-city office can be converted into a music venue, planners assess all the information and provide advice. Planners also make decisions on the how an area of land should be used in the future.

CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS & CHALLENGES

Achievements & highlights

The best part is being able to work on major planning projects like the airport and the seaport.

Challenges

Planning involves seeking compromise, and sometimes you have to deal with some difficult personalities. Everyone is competing for what they think is the best use of a piece of land; our job is to keep the balance.

QUALIFICATION & ADVICE

Job prospects

Planners can work in a variety of roles in government, for private companies and consultancies. Travel is an option if you have an interest in cities and how buildings interact with one another.

Planners are in demand around the world. There are opportunities to gain experience in Commonwealth countries, not to mention in Asia and the Middle East where there are some major projects to work on. Many planners work on projects for the United Nations.

When disasters such as the Tsunami or earthquakes happen, planners play a important role in helping the area to recover.

Planners can specialise into areas of interest, for example there are opportunities to work in sport and recreational planning which can include working on aquatic centres.

What to study at school

Geography and Economics both provide invaluable knowledge
English develops reasoning and comprehension as well as written and oral expression
Biology is helpful with the environmental management side of planning.
Computer Aided Design (CAD) and graphics are helpful in developing the skills needed to read plans.