Associate Urban Designer

Carter Jonas LLP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading urban design consultancy is seeking an Associate Urban Designer to create innovative design solutions for development projects. This role requires significant experience in urban design and expertise in AutoCAD and Adobe Suite. You will coordinate with technical teams and manage multiple projects while applying local design policies. The position is available in London, Cambridge, or Birmingham, and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on development portfolios.

Qualifications

• Significant experience working with housebuilders or in consultancy.
• Demonstrable knowledge of planning law and practice.
• Proven ability to manage multiple urban design projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative design solutions for development sites.
• Apply local design policies to create high-quality schemes.
• Coordinate with technical teams and attend project meetings.
• Prepare design material for pre-application meetings.
• Lead urban design strategies and manage design-related information.

Skills

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Professional qualification in Urban Design or Architecture

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping places local communities through urban design? We’re looking for an Associate Urban Designer to join our expanding Masterplanning and Urban Design team. You will be a skilled urban designer, with AutoCAD and Adobe Suite technical knowledge, seeking to work on a variety of projects, from housing layouts to large-scale masterplans, and make a real impact on the future of development portfolios. Part of our Planning & Development division, the Masterplanning team has a total of 8 people based between our London HQ and Cambridge offices. Due to the nature of the work, the role will ideally be based in London, Cambridge or Birmingham. However, we are open to applications for those seeking to be based in our other hub offices. Travel will be required as part of the role.

Main tasks

• Deliver innovative design solutions for development sites, with a focus on housing layouts.
• Apply your knowledge of local design policies to create compliant, high-quality schemes.
• Coordinate with technical teams and attend project meetings to ensure seamless delivery.
• Prepare design material for pre-application meetings and stakeholder consultations.
• Lead on urban design strategies, capacity studies, and design codes.
• Manage design-related information for planning applications, including outline and reserved matters.
• Support new business efforts through bids and presentations.
• Collaborate across departments and external suppliers to provide exceptional client service.

What will it take to be successful?

You will have a professional qualification in Urban Design or Architecture (or equivalent experience) with significant experience of working with housebuilders or in a consultancy environment. It is key that you have a demonstrable knowledge of using AutoCAD and Adobe Suite at a high standard as well as knowledge of planning law and practice. You will have a proven ability to manage multiple urban design projects and possess excellent communication skills. You will also be able to problem solve and work collaboratively with those in your team and across the firm. In addition, travel will be expected, and a full driving licence is required for the role.