Mid to Senior Level Urban Designer

As part of the architectural team, this role focuses on the development of masterplans for medium- and large-scale projects across the UK and internationally. It's an expansive remit, working across conceptual/strategic thinking and city-scale/regional masterplanning, through to the design of buildings and the production of detailed urban design guidelines and development frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the lead for selected masterplanning projects, managing both internal and external stakeholders to ensure delivery from concept through to detailed stages.
• Design independently and as part of a wider team – understanding the full complexities of the urban design process, e.g. transport, economics, infrastructure, design codes and guidelines etc.
• Role model values and contribute towards a collaborative environment in which innovation is encouraged and best practice shared.
• Build a network across the business and seek leadership opportunities by directing and supporting junior team members.
• Make a positive contribution towards project meetings and client presentations.
• Develop a working understanding of cost control, fee charging and project finance, and consider how project fees are maximised without threat to client relationship and repeat work.

Skills and Experience

• Degree in urban planning / architecture / landscape architecture and an MA in urban design (or equivalent)
• Minimum of five years' experience in leading projects across a wide range of project sectors including infrastructure/transport, urban regeneration, residential masterplanning and have worked across UK, Middle East, Asia and Africa
• Deadline driven, and capable of co-ordinating and leading projects with limited supervision.
• Confident in presenting to, coordinating and liaising with clients and consultants
• Good hand-sketching skills

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