Urban Planner

Job Title: Urban Planning Expert

Service Line: Government & Public Sector

Sub-service line: IIDA

Location: Kanpur, on-site, no work from home

About KPMG India

KPMG in India has one of the leading food and agribusiness consulting practices offering a wide range of services to private enterprises, State governments, PSUs, Central government institutions and international donor organizations. The services encompass the overall spectrum from strategizing to implementation, monitoring, evaluation, market led interventions and co creating an enabling ecosystem and unlocking value for our clients within the Agri and allied sectors. Our focus lies in providing apt and well-timed solutions to our clients despite the dynamic and heterogenous nature of the sector. With 100+ professionals having a significant and hands on experience across agriculture and allied value chains including but not limited to horticulture, dairy and animal husbandry, aquaculture, poultry, and a footprint in 10+ states and central government departments in India.

About KPMG India: G&PS – IIDA

The Industrial and Infrastructure Development Advisory (IIDA) practice at KPMG in India plays a pivotal role in driving Indias economic growth by supporting greenfield and brownfield infrastructure, industrial expansion, and MSME development. Through strategic guidance and execution support, IIDA bridges the gap between government vision and implementation, delivering impactful engagements across infrastructure, tourism, and industrial sectors. Leveraging multidisciplinary expertise and global best practices, IIDA partners with central and state governments, PSUs, and multilateral institutions to foster inclusive, competitive, and sustainable development

About the Role:

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Urban Planning professional at the Assistant Manager level to support strategic planning and policy implementation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in urban planning, hands-on experience with GIS tools, and a proven track record of working on government policy and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the drafting, review, and implementation of urban planning policies, rules, and regulations at the State and Central Government levels.
• Conduct project appraisals, feasibility studies, and impact assessments for urban development initiatives.
• Utilize GIS tools for spatial analysis, mapping, and data visualization to inform planning decisions.
• Collaborate with government departments, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with planning objectives.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external use.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of urban planning projects and provide strategic inputs.

Key Requirements:

• Postgraduate degree (Masters) in Urban Planning from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in urban planning, with demonstrable GIS expertise.
• Experience in policy drafting, regulatory tasks, and project appraisal for State/Central Government initiatives.
• Strong understanding of urban development frameworks, planning norms, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Familiarity with urban planning software and tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Prior experience in consulting or working with government agencies is a plus.