Technically focused Urban Designer

9B Careers; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a technically-focused Urban Designer with over a decade of experience to join their dynamic team in central London. This role involves working on significant projects in the Middle East, where you will utilize your expertise in Urban Design and proficiency in tools like AutoCAD and Revit. You will be responsible for preparing detailed technical reports and ensuring compliance with masterplans. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of large-scale spatial planning and a commitment to precision and due diligence in their work. If you're ready to take on a challenging role in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in Urban Design, with a strong focus on technical aspects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with Revit and other design tools.

Responsibilities

• Preparing technical reports to review compliance of designs against masterplans.
• Managing files and drawings during the Detailed Master Planning stage.

Skills

Urban Design

AutoCAD

Revit

Detailed Master Planning

Fluency in English

Education

Part II qualification

Master's in Urban Design

Tools

Adobe

Affinity

Microsoft Office

Rhino

SketchUp

Job description

Our client, a leading global AJ100 architectural studio based in central London, is seeking a technically-focused Urban Designer with over 10 years of experience for an Executive Architect role on a Middle East project.

Key skills, experience, and competencies:

1. Part II qualification (or equivalent) plus a Master's in Urban Design.
2. Proficiency in AutoCAD is required; Revit is strongly preferred and advantageous. Additional skills include Adobe/Affinity, Microsoft Office, Rhino, and SketchUp.
3. A sense of ownership, autonomy, and a strong understanding of process and due diligence are essential. Fluency in English is required.
4. Experience in Detailed Master Planning (DMP) is essential; familiarity with post-DMP stages is a strong advantage. Candidates must demonstrate work at the master planning scale with an understanding of large-scale spatial planning.
5. Main responsibilities include preparing technical reports to review compliance of architectural and landscape design proposals against the masterplan developed by the practice.
6. Candidates should exhibit an appreciation for later design stages, including Schematics, Design Guidelines, and Design Regulations.
7. An appreciation for precision and due diligence in managing files and drawings during the DMP stage is necessary. The team will provide training and knowledge transfer.
8. Experience with Middle East projects would be advantageous.