Urban Designer

Posted 6 hours 24 minutes ago by Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd

Permanent
Full Time
Design Jobs
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
Overview

We have a new opportunity for an Urban Designer to join a planning and design team based in London, working on a range of strategic residential and mixed-use masterplans. This is a great fit for someone with 2-3 years' experience looking to build on their design and placemaking skills in a hybrid working environment.

You'll be joining a consultancy with a strong UK housing portfolio and a collaborative approach to suburban placemaking. The ideal candidate will have worked on residential-led masterplans outside of London and be confident producing drawings, layouts, and supporting reports for sites at various planning stages.

The role will involve
  • Supporting the design and planning of residential and mixed-use masterplans
  • Producing layout plans, concept diagrams and presentation material
  • Contributing to feasibility studies, planning documents and design statements
  • Working across projects at various scales, often in suburban or edge-of-settlement locations
  • Supporting the senior team with design development, planning strategy and client work
We're looking for someone who
  • Has 2-3 years' experience in urban design, preferably in the UK housing sector
  • Has worked on suburban residential masterplans and understands the planning context
  • Is confident with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD and SketchUp
  • Communicates clearly and can work collaboratively with planners, clients and consultants
  • Has excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude to problem solving
  • Holds a relevant degree in Urban Design, Architecture or related discipline
What's on offer
  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Flexible hybrid working model
  • Supportive, sociable team with a focus on placemaking and design quality
  • Great exposure to projects and clients across the planning and development sector
  • Career progression opportunities and ongoing training
How to apply

Send your CV, portfolio (PDF or Word) to .