Senior Urban Designer

Bespoke Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave

Private medical and life insurance

Collaborative studio environment

Job summary

A globally recognised architectural practice with expertise spanning architecture, masterplanning and urban design is seeking an experienced Senior Urban Designer to join their Masterplanning and Urban Design team. The role offers leadership across UK and international projects, blending conceptual thinking with strategic design leadership.

You will guide multidisciplinary teams, engage with clients and stakeholders, mentor junior designers, and contribute to business development while balancing

Qualifications

• Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture or Landscape Architecture and MA in Urban Design (or equivalent).
• Proven track record leading urban development and regeneration, residential-led mixed-use masterplanning, public realm and place-led infrastructural and transport solutions.
• Project experience across the UK, Middle East, The Americas, Asia and Africa.
• Deep interest and curiosity in designing and planning sustainable and vibrant urban environments.
• Result-driven personality capable of coordinating and leading projects with limited supervision, demonstrating initiative, creativity, integrity and self-sufficiency.
• Advanced software skills with high proficiency in at least four of the following: Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, Rhino, GIS software, CityEngine.
• The opportunity to lead significant UK and international masterplanning projects within a globally recognised practice.
• A senior position combining project leadership with team mentorship and professional development.
• 22 days annual leave with the option to buy more.
• Private medical and life insurance.
• A fun, inclusive and collaborative studio environment with an active calendar of social activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned masterplanning and urban design projects, managing internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful delivery from concept through to detailed stages.
• Design independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, integrating transport, economics, infrastructure and environmental sustainability into comprehensive urban design solutions.
• Champion the practice's values and contribute to a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged and best practice shared.
• Build networks across the business and provide leadership by directing and supporting junior team members, inspiring and mentoring the next generation of urban designers.
• Make positive contributions to project meetings and client presentations, demonstrating confidence in coordinating and liaising with clients and consultants.
• Develop working understanding of project cost control, fee estimation and project finance, balancing commercial awareness with client relationship management.
• Contribute to business development and marketing initiatives across the practice.

Skills

Urban design leadership

Stakeholder management

Conceptual thinking

Team mentoring

Education

Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture or Landscape Architecture

MA in Urban Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Rhino

GIS

Job description

A globally recognised architectural practice with expertise spanning architecture, masterplanning and urban design is seeking an experienced Senior Urban Designer to join their Masterplanning and Urban Design team.

With studios across the UK and internationally, this large-scale practice has established itself as a leader in creating innovative urban environments, working on transformational masterplanning and placemaking projects worldwide.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead diverse masterplanning, urban design and public realm projects across the UK and internationally. You'll combine strong conceptual thinking with strategic urban design leadership, guiding talented teams while contributing to the studio's collaborative and innovative culture. This is a role where you can make a lasting impact on cities and communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead assigned masterplanning and urban design projects, managing internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful delivery from concept through to detailed stages.
• Design independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, integrating transport, economics, infrastructure and environmental sustainability into comprehensive urban design solutions.
• Champion the practice's values and contribute to a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged and best practice shared.
• Build networks across the business and provide leadership by directing and supporting junior team members, inspiring and mentoring the next generation of urban designers.
• Make positive contributions to project meetings and client presentations, demonstrating confidence in coordinating and liaising with clients and consultants.
• Develop working understanding of project cost control, fee estimation and project finance, balancing commercial awareness with client relationship management.
• Contribute to business development and marketing initiatives across the practice.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture or Landscape Architecture and MA in Urban Design (or equivalent).
• Proven track record leading urban development and regeneration, residential-led mixed-use masterplanning, public realm and place-led infrastructural and transport solutions.
• Project experience across the UK, Middle East, The Americas, Asia and Africa.
• Deep interest and curiosity in designing and planning sustainable and vibrant urban environments.
• Result-driven personality capable of coordinating and leading projects with limited supervision, demonstrating initiative, creativity, integrity and self-sufficiency.
• Advanced software skills with high proficiency in at least four of the following: Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, Rhino, GIS software, CityEngine.
• Strong conceptual and urban strategic thinking with in-depth best-practice knowledge of city and regional development, mixed-use and residential masterplanning, urban design guidelines and development frameworks.
• The opportunity to lead significant UK and international masterplanning projects within a globally recognised practice.
• A senior position combining project leadership with team mentorship and professional development.
• 22 days annual leave with the option to buy more.
• Private medical and life insurance.
• A fun, inclusive and collaborative studio environment with an active calendar of social activities.