Head of Urban Development & Planning
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Copenhagen, Denmark Area (On-site)
The Company is seeking a Head of Urban Development and Planning to lead its planning department and advance strategic urban development initiatives. The role involves managing complex development processes with landowners, developers, residents, and internal teams, while ensuring the quality and progress of municipal and local planning. The successful candidate will strengthen workflows, priorities, and capacity, and connect planning with construction, roads, parks, and other areas so that solutions are practical and coordinated. They will also advise decision-makers and translate political ambitions into clear priorities and action. Candidates should have relevant experience in spatial planning and urban development, a record of management results, and experience in a politically governed organization. A higher education in architecture, urban planning, social sciences, or another relevant field is expected. The role calls for sound political judgment, the ability to balance ongoing operations with long-term projects, and skill in leading experienced, multidisciplinary teams. Strong collaboration, clear communication, and a supportive leadership approach are essential.
Functions:
- Operations
- Strategy
About the Company
Municipality strengthening cooperation in the technical area to connect planning, operations, and development
Industry
Civic & Social Organization
Type
Government Agency
employees
1001-5000