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Sector
Keyword
Town Planner
Urban Planner
Regional Planner
Minimum Graduate degree in Civil Engineering/Planning/Architecture or passed Associateship examination of Institute of Town Planners of India recognized by University Grants Commission
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The tasks a Town Planner is expected to perform include:
Designing layout and co-ordinating development of towns, cities and colonies
Collecting data from State Governments, Municipal Corporation and other sources, regarding climate, soil condition, rivers, transport and public health facilities, public utility services, age and condition of buildings, density of population, wind direction, etc.
Analyzing this data and consulting specialists as necessary such as engineer, industrialist, geologist, sociologist, geographer, statistician, etc. for expert opinion
Preparing detailed drawings of area and obtaining approval of sponsoring authority
Submitting copies of plan to corporation or state authorities for their concurrence
Passing on approved plan to architect for designing and preparing estimates
Proficiency in conducting town planning survey of specified area for designing layout
Knowledge of designing layout and development of towns, cities, etc. taking into consideration various aspects such as financial resources, location of residential areas, industries, schools, parks, etc.
Proficiency in analyzing the data
Well-versed with preparing road pattern and filling details indicating locations of open spaces, parks, school, hospital and other buildings, etc.
Knowledge of preparing detailed drawings of area
Knowledge of urban law and other laws pertaining to that area
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Knowledge of designing and preparing estimates, etc.
Effective communication skills
Problem-solving attitude
Good statistical skills
Ability to work independently
Good mathematical skills
Team player
Good listening skills
Analytical thinking
It is a field job
May need to handle a team
Local travelling is a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Working hours are 9/11 hours everyday for 5/6 days a week
Shift system maybe available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs
This job is suitable for candidates with One Leg (OL) and those who have Hearing Impaired (HH)
The job is not considered hazardous or dangerous
Health risks include exposure to dust, risk of accidents, working in extreme conditions, etc.
Occupational hazards include risk of developing respiratory disorders, headache, fatigue, etc.
For freshers - INR 39,000 to INR 42,000 per month
For candidates with 2-5 years of experience or more - INR 60,000 to INR 65,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Current and Future Growth of Construction Sector in India
In 2012-13, the market value of the construction industry was estimated at 7,674 billion. The sector grew at a CAGR of 9.42% between 2003-04 and 2012-13. The sector has multiple linkages with other sectors and has a strong multiplier effect on the economy. Indirectly, the sector generates 5 times higher value for the other sectors.
It is highly unorganized and employs most labourers, second only to the agriculture sector.
Construction sector is the 2nd largest employer in the country. The sector is also the largest contributor to central exchequer. The market value of construction sector in India is projected to expand up to 11,954 billion by 2017. In the recent years increasing infrastructure spending by the government has made this sector highly attractive among foreign investors. Sector witnessed cumulative foreign direct investments to the tune of 40,399 million from 2000 till 2013 of which 91% was in real estate development.
Labour in construction sector is highly migratory and largely unskilled. The sector creates more than 45 million jobs either directly or indirectly among various classes of individuals in the country which is primarily driven by increase in demand for residential real estate and rising infrastructure expenditure. The sector currently employs over 45 million employees and is slated to employ more than 76 million employees by 2022. This implies additional creation of around 31 million jobs in the 9 year period. As the industry grows, so will the job opportunities for Town Planner.
Region Development Authority of India
Construction companies across India
Towns and cities across India
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All Engineering colleges across India
All Architecture institutes across India