Urban Design Director - Manchester

Pegasus Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Training programme

Career development

Job summary

Pegasus Group in Manchester is seeking an Urban Design Director to lead the design team, deliver high-quality urban design and planning strategies, and guide junior staff.

You will work on residential and mixed-use schemes, coordinate with consultants, run stakeholder consultations, and develop masterplans, DAS, and design codes to meet development briefs. This role offers opportunities to win new projects, manage client relationships, and influence placemaking across a diverse client base.

Qualifications

• Education to degree level with a postgraduate qualification in Architecture or Urban Design.
• Strong portfolio with a high level of expertise producing design documentation including DAS, Design Codes, Development Briefs, Compliance Statements etc.

Responsibilities

• Lead urban design and planning activities.
• Feasibility studies and layout development.
• Formulate development briefs and design strategies for projects.
• Coordinate with designers and architects and lead project meetings.

Skills

Portfolio development

Public & stakeholder consultation

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Architecture or Urban Design

Degree level qualification

Tools

DAS

Design Codes

Development Briefs

Compliance Statements

Job description

Manchester Design Full Time

We are seeking an Urban Design Director to join our Design team in our Manchester Office to be responsible for delivering the highest quality Urban Design services within Pegasus Group, ensuring adherence to the highest standards and to provide support and guidance to junior members of the team.

If you are an experienced Urban Design Director with a strong history of winning new business and looking to take the next step in your career, Pegasus has exciting opportunities designed to help you advance and achieve your professional goals with us.

We have an ever growing and diverse client base which brings an exciting range of projects across different sectors allowing for an unrivalled breadth of role at whatever stage of career you are currently at.

Passion and integrity in providing our clients with open and honest advice which is second to none is at the core of what we do and how we do it. We are seeking team players who are equally passionate.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to collaborate with a proficient team of designers and architects, engaging in urban design and planning activities, feasibility studies, layout development, formulation of development briefs, and design strategies for residential, mixed-use schemes, and beyond.

What Are We Looking For

• Education to degree level or equivalent with a postgraduate qualification in Architecture or Urban Design.
• Demonstrates a strong portfolio with a high level of expertise producing design documentation including DAS, Design Codes, Development Briefs, Compliance Statements etc. which are sound, clearly structured and articulated.
• Highly competent in the production of detailed site layouts, street scenes and house types for detailed applications and/or preparation of masterplans, parameter plans, DAS etc for outline applications.
• Exceptional design skills with an ability to resolve the diverse technical requirements of the project with the aspirations of placemaking.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well either individually or in a team, without supervision, conferring with Directors on unusual matters.
• An ability to support, guide and train less experienced colleagues in respect of technical requirements, project management and policies and processes.
• Strong reporting and presentation skills with an ability to actively lead project meetings and deliver presentations.
• Able to demonstrate initiative and take a proactive approach to managing work across multiple projects.
• Able to use a variety of media in the design development and documentation of a design project.
• The ability to prioritise duties and work effectively under pressure while remaining calm and professional at all times.
• Experience of liaising with external consultants, particularly from other disciplines and coordinating the delivery of projects.
• Experience of leading public and stakeholder consultation across multiple projects.

What are the benefits to you?

• We offer an excellent remuneration and overall benefits package when you join Pegasus Group, which you can view here www.pegasusgroup.co.uk/careers/
• We’re committed to helping you reach your full potential and support with a range of training and development initiatives throughout your whole career, enabling you to learn and progress through our stepping stones programme.

About Us.

We are a dynamic development consultancy that thrives on innovation. Our passion lies in crafting stunning spaces that enrich both the built and natural environment, ultimately impacting people's lives for the better. With expertise spanning various sectors such as residential, health, education, retail, energy, leisure, and employment, we specialise in delivering forward-thinking and sustainable solutions tailored to the demands and possibilities of the 21st century.

Diversity, Inclusion and Recognition.

Since 2003, Pegasus Group has consistently grown, earning a reputation for excellence and delivery in the market. Our success is attributed to the commitment and dedication of our talented people across our 13 offices.

Our staff are the cornerstone of our achievements, playing a pivotal role in our company's success. We prioritise valuing and empowering our team, fostering a culture of inclusion, and belonging. At Pegasus Group, we emphasise caring for each other, our communities, and our clients. Every individual is encouraged to bring their authentic, best self to work every day.