Long-term planning has shaped the city that we live in today. Our long-term plans guide the development of Singapore, mapping out strategic land uses and infrastructure needs over the next 50 years and beyond.
In this position, you play a key role in reviewing and updating Singapore’s Long Term Land Use Plan based on evolving trends and changing demands of a variety of key concerns such as transportation, housing, aging, environmental impact and sustainability
Urban Redevelopment Authority
Executive / Planner (Planning Policies)
Permanent/Contract
Closing on 28 Feb 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
You will help to draw up strategic land use and infrastructure plans to guide Singapore’s long term physical development, formulate and review land use policies and translate them into detailed planning guidelines to facilitate implementation. You are expected to harness GIS and develop applications for planning analysis and undertake research on urban development that will contribute towards a highly liveable, economically vibrant and resilient Singapore. Particular focus will be on optimising land, integrating land use with transportation and environmental planning.
What we are looking for
Requirements
• A degree/postgraduate diploma in urban and regional planning, civil engineering, transport planning, environmental studies, building, real estate, geography. In the alternative, candidates without a degree should possess at least 4 years of planning-related research experience.
• Strong interest in the physical urban development of Singapore
• Strong ability to develop insights from data
• Possess 2-3 years of experience in policy research, review and formulation
• Excellent analytical and writing skills
• Good presentation and communication skills
• Have good knowledge and experience of using GIS
• Quick learners with a high level of commitment will have an advantage
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team is a must
Note: This is a 1-year contract position, and further extension will be dependent on work performance
About your application process
This job is closing on 28 Feb 2026.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Urban Redevelopment Authority or the wider Public Service.
About Urban Redevelopment Authority
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore's national land use planning authority. URA prepares long term strategic plans, as well as detailed local area plans, for physical development, and then co-ordinates and guides efforts to bring these plans to reality. Prudent land use planning has enabled Singapore to enjoy strong economic growth and social cohesion, and ensures that sufficient land is safeguarded to support continued economic progress and future development.
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