Senior Project Urban Designer

Description WATG is the world’s preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, home to more than 500 professionals globally, located remotely and in our offices in Atlantic City, California, Dallas, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai. Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to finishing touches, we operate globally as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice. Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors , we specialize in hospitality, gaming + entertainment, urban + mixed-use, and high-end residential design. We were founded in Honolulu in 1945, and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability – which we still prioritize today. We passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots of long-term resilience. We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect, and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities. WATG is hiring a Senior Project Urban Designer for our Singapore office. ROLE The Senior Project Urban Designer will possess strong design and ideation skills, capable of leading creative concept development, including placemaking across multiple scales of projects. The role specializes in streetscape versus building relationship urban design, public realm articulation, massing, and 3D spatial composition. The ideal candidate will create context-responsive design guidelines and visions for diverse geographies and cultures. RESPONSIBILITIES Generates innovative design concepts and spatial frameworks for urban and resort destinations Produces design sketches and illustrations, cross-sections, 3D massing models, and photorealistic visualizations Develops design guidelines, vision books, and narratives that communicate the aesthetic and experiential intent Leads design presentations and champions the creative vision with clients and collaborators Mentors team members in design thinking and graphic production QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in planning, urban design, landscape architecture, or architecture Relevant urban planning certification preferred Environmental accreditation preferred Minimum of 15 years of experience in urban design, urban planning, or architecture practices Proficient in Rhino, Enscape/D5, Adobe Creative Suite, and AI visualization tools preferred Knowledge of Grasshopper, Ladybug and other sustainability analysis software and mapping tools Knowledge of ArcGIS and GIS analysis Working knowledge of Revit Knowledge of Midjourney and other latest AI tools approved by WATG for project work Conceptual design, hand sketching, 3D modeling, visual storytelling, design guideline writing. Working knowledge of sustainable design and planning Proven project leadership and team management responsibilities, with the ability to effectively manage a team Ability to effectively meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities Highly effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills *Please include a copy of your resume and portfolio to be considered for this position. WATG is an Equal Opportunity LI-JH1 Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Experience Licenses & Certifications Decades of Design Innovation and Excellence