Urban Designer

Location: Greater London

Urban Designer / Senior Urban Designer

Location:

London or Wokingham (Hybrid Working)

An established and highly regarded planning and design consultancy is looking to appoint an Urban Designer / Senior Urban Designer to join its growing design team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a range of large-scale master planning projects, including new settlements and neighbourhoods, across England and Wales. The role would suit an experienced urban designer with a strong UK background who is passionate about placemaking and keen to progress their career within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

The Role:

· Contribute to and lead urban design input on master planning and strategic development projects

· Prepare vision documents, design frameworks and material in support of outline planning applications

· Work closely with planners, architects, landscape architects and other consultants

· Support project delivery, including exposure to project management and financial aspects

· Communicate design ideas clearly through written, graphic and verbal presentations

Key Requirements:

· Minimum 2 years' UK-based experience in urban design or master planning within a planning or design consultancy

· Postgraduate qualification in Urban Design from a UK university (essential)

· Background in architecture is advantageous

· Proven experience in strategic site promotion and outline planning applications

· Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams

· Strong written, verbal and graphic communication skills

· Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch Up and CAD

· Hand drawing skills beneficial

· Eligibility to work in the UK without visa sponsorship

What's on

Offer:

· Competitive salary in line with experience and market rates

· Excellent opportunity for career progression and professional development

· Exposure to high-profile and varied projects across England and Wales

· Supportive, collaborative and design-led team culture

· Regular CPD and opportunities to grow your professional network

Benefits:

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

· Private medical insurance (single cover)

· Salary sacrifice pension scheme

· Cycle to work scheme

· Discounts on property and financial services

· Support towards relevant professional qualifications

This role is ideal for an ambitious Urban Designer or Senior Urban Designer looking to make a meaningful impact on high-quality placemaking projects.
Apply now to be considered, or get in touch for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
 
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