Junior Urban Designer in Newcastle upon Tyne)

Penguin Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design consultancy in Newcastle is seeking a Junior Urban Designer to join their team. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects including residential and mixed-use developments. Candidates should possess a degree in Urban Design or a related field, with strong graphic skills and proficiency in tools like AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite. The position promises a supportive environment and exciting opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Access to training and mentorship

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Degree in Urban Design, Architecture or a closely related subject.
• Strong design and graphic presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, AutoCAD and/or SketchUp.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of masterplans, layout design and urban analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of design reports, frameworks and planning documents.
• Create high-quality drawings, visualisations and diagrams using CAD and Adobe Creative Suite.

Skills

Strong design and graphic presentation skills

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Understanding of UK planning and urban design principles

Education

Degree in Urban Design, Architecture or a closely related subject

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Junior Urban Designer

Location: Newcastle

Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a well-established and design-led planning and architectural practice in their search for a Junior Urban Designer to join their talented team in Newcastle.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual with a background in architecture, urban design, or a related discipline to work on a wide range of residential, mixed-use, regeneration and masterplanning projects across the UK.

The Role

As a Junior Urban Designer, you'll be working closely with senior team members to contribute to the design and delivery of projects at all stages, from concept through to detailed layouts and planning submissions. You'll gain experience in shaping placemaking solutions that are functional, sustainable, and contextually sensitive.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the development of masterplans, layout design and urban analysis
• Assist in the preparation of design reports, frameworks and planning documents
• Create high-quality drawings, visualisations and diagrams using CAD and Adobe Creative Suite
• Conduct site and policy research to support design strategy
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Urban Design, Architecture or a closely related subject
• Strong design and graphic presentation skills
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, AutoCAD and/or SketchUp
• An understanding of UK planning and urban design principles
• A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn and grow within a supportive team

Why Join?

• Work with a respected consultancy known for its collaborative culture and strong design ethos
• Get involved in exciting development and regeneration schemes
• Access training and mentorship to support your long-term career progression
• Enjoy a supportive and creative working environment in the heart of Newcastle

If you're passionate about designing better places and looking to launch or grow your career in urban design, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment for more details and to apply.