3D Planning Technician

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking a 3D Planning Technician to join their technical planning team. This full-time role is focused on producing accurate planning images to support major development proposals, emphasizing precision and a strong interest in the built environment. Candidates must have some experience in the planning industry and proficiency in 3D software. The company offers attractive benefits and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Private health insurance after successful probation

Free yoga sessions

Cycle to work scheme with secure storage

Travel card loans after successful probation

Pension scheme

Access to Headspace wellbeing app

Happy Hour on Fridays

20 days annual leave + public holidays, increasing to 23 after 5 years

Qualifications

• Experience in planning or architectural visualization is desirable.
• Strong interest in architecture and the urban environment.
• Experience in creating accurate visual representations (AVR).

Responsibilities

• Camera matching 3D models to real-world photography.
• Creating wireline views and massing views for planning.
• Producing technical documents for planning submissions.

Skills

Attention to detail

3D software proficiency

Communication

Education

Graduate or 1-2 years experience in planning or architecture

Tools

3DSMax

Photoshop

Rhino

Revit

AutoCad

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Full time (WFH Monday-Tuesday, on site Wednesday-Friday)

London

Starting ASAP

We are looking for a methodical, detail-driven individual to join the technical planning team at Cityscape Digital. This role is central to our planning and feasibility work, and focuses on the accurate production of planning images used to support major development proposals in London.

This is a technical 3D role, not a creative or artistic one. The work involves camera matching (aligning 3D models precisely to photographs using survey data), creating wireline views (Accurate Visual Representations or AVRs), and producing supporting documents for planning submissions. These outputs must follow strict procedures and conform to planning standards such as the London View Management Framework (LVMF).

You'll receive full training in our workflow and visual standards, but you must already be comfortable working with 3D software and show a strong interest in buildings, architecture, and the urban environment.

The ideal candidate is passionate about precision, detail, and organisation

• enjoys technical, rules-based work with clearly defined outcomes.
• Has a strong eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Wants to apply their 3D skills in a structured, planning-focused context.
• Is genuinely interested in the built environment, especially London.

Required Experience

It is desirable that the candidate has experience working in the London planning industry

Minimum experience:

Graduate, or 1-2 years experience in one or more of the following fields: planning, architectural, architectural visualisation, digital or technical illustration.

• Good knowledge of 3DSMax is desired; Proficiency in Photoshop
• Familiarity with other 3D or CAD software (e.g., Rhino, Revit, AutoCad).
• Interest in architecture and development in London.

Strong written and verbal communication.

• Excellent attention to detail
• Good time management skills

Roles and Responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to...

Workflow and Technical

• Camera matching for verified and non-verified views — aligning 3D models to real-world photography with high accuracy using survey and OS coordinate data.
• Creating wireline (AVR1) and massing views in line with LVMF and other planning standards.
• Working with CAD files and architectural drawings to create and geolocate base models.
• Producing technical documents to accompany planning submissions.
• Preparing feasibility visuals and massing studies for early-stage projects.
• Collaborating with the Head of Planning and wider team to deliver accurate outputs to client deadlines.
• Adhering to the company filing system and PSD structure.
• Basic and detailed 3D modelling from architecture drawings and reference information

We provide training on all procedures and standards for our workflow. As a company that thrives on innovation, we will provide ongoing opportunities for individuals to deepen their knowledge, increase their skills through training and mentoring.

General

Work as part of a team, as well as working independently on projects.

Display confidence in your own judgement and seek to improve it continuously.

Seek critique of your own work and take criticisms on board.

Estimating timescales and working within time constraints.

Aim to meet or exceed project targets.

Attend client meetings fully prepared and engage with parties in attendance; leading 3D element of these meetings as time progresses.

Progression

Leading technical projects.

Liaising with architects and consultants for project information; responsible for full appraisal of all project information before commencing on a project; assess holes and errors, identify and flag these.

Ability to produce advanced analysis material within our standards, under the guidance of the Lead Analyst

Producing documents in support of the teams work for internal or external use

Viewing Corridor Analysis and Views Assessment Locations knowledge from the LVMF handbook

Company benefits

️ Centrally located office in London Bridge, moments away from mainline and tube stations

Private health insurance after successful probation

Free yoga sessions with More Yoga

Cycle to work scheme, with secure cycle storage and showers

Travel card loans after successful probation

Hybrid work environment

️ Pension scheme

️ Access to Headspace wellbeing app

Happy Hour on Fridays

️ 20 days annual leave + public holidays, increasing to 23 after 5 years service

How to Apply

Applicants with relevant portfolios and experience will be shortlisted for interview. Applicants must be able to work in the UK. If you are interested please send a PDF portfolio and CV to [e-mail] with the email subject “3D Planning Technician 2025”.

We are also happy to receive links to your best and most appropriate work, but if there is no PDF portfolio attached to your email we will not review your application.