Hello, I'm Tran Hoang, an Urban planner. I am currently in school again.
Experience
METAPOLIS | Summer Internship
July 2024 - Aug 2024Cluj, Romania- Contributed to the Colentina Lakes International Design Competition, assisting in concept development and urban planning strategies
- Designed urban green pocket spaces to enhance livability in both single-housing neighborhoods and socialist-era residential blocks
- Developed visually compelling graphics and presentation materials to communicate urban design principles effectively
AIM REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT AND DEVELOPMENT JSC | Urban Planner - Full time
Feb 2023 - July 2023Ho Chi Minh, VietnamLed urban planning tasks for residential projects (1/500 and 1/2000 scale), ensuring compliance with zoning regulations and sustainable growth strategies
Coordinated between multidisciplinary teams, including architects, engineers, and legal consultants, to streamline project execution
Conducted spatial analysis and demographic studies to inform zoning, population growth forecasts, and phased urban development
Created graphic master plans and urban design visualizations, improving stakeholder understanding and engagement
SURBANA JURONG | Urban Planner - Freelance Contractor
Sep 2022 - Dec 2022Ho Chi Minh, VietnamProvided urban planning consultancy for large-scale residential and mixed-use projects, applying data-driven planning principles
Developed zoning strategies that balanced developer objectives with local regulations, optimizing land use and community integration
SURBANA JURONG | Urban Planner - Full time
Dec 2019 - Sep 2022Ho Chi Minh, VietnamDesigned comprehensive master plans for residential, industrial, and tourism projects, working on scales of 1/500, 1/2000, and 1/5000
Led land-use planning and infrastructure integration, ensuring alignment with sustainability and climate adaptation principles
Conducted public consultations and stakeholder meetings with government agencies, developers, and community representatives to drive consensus
Created high-quality digital graphics, including GIS maps, 3D models, and urban development diagrams, to support planning decisions
NDA GROUP - NEW DESIGN ASSOCIATES | Urban Planner - Full time
Aug 2017 - Aug 2019Ho Chi Minh, VietnamDeveloped concept zoning strategies that balanced regulatory constraints with investor goals, facilitating project approvals
Created detailed site analysis, hand-drawn master plans, and urban diagrams, enhancing the clarity of project presentations
Contributed to the planning of resort, cultural, and residential developments, ensuring a strong integration of urban aesthetics and functionality
VIBUMA.COM - VIETNAM BUILDING MATERIALS | Quality Controller - Part time
Mar 2016 - Feb 2017Ho Chi Minh, VietnamConducted quality assessments of material suppliers and verified compliance with industry standards
Facilitated connections between suppliers, architects, and interior designers, optimizing material sourcing for construction projects
Managed and maintained a comprehensive database of building materials, improving data accessibility for industry professionals
Feature current work
MAHS-MAULP autumn studio 2023 - Heverleebos - The forest campus