Principal Urban Designer Job in London

Our client is an award-winning multidisciplinary consultancy with a Principal Urban designer Job available in its London office. This role would offer an attractive package including hybrid working, private healthcare, and professional development. If you are currently an associate you are also encouraged to apply to this role should you meet experience requirements

Our client is an innovative development consultancy focused on large residential and renewable energy projects, creating spaces that enrich both the built and natural environments. With expertise across sectors including health, education, and leisure, they deliver forward-thinking, sustainable solutions.

Established in 2003, they have built a strong reputation for excellence, driven by a talented team across 13 offices. Their commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a supportive environment where every individual is empowered to thrive.

Our client is now hiring Principle and Associate level Urban Designers in the London office to help shape impactful projects that positively influence communities.

Role & Responsibilities

Develop masterplans for projects of varying sizes, from concept through outline and reserved matters planning applications.

Take a lead role in the management of projects

Working on large-scale masterplans and residential layout design primarily and other complex projects across various sectors

Create strategic documents, such as vision statements and design codes, to guide and protect project development.

Work directly with clients

Collaborate with the Urbanism team and manage small teams, while also working independently.

Required Skills & Experience

Qualifications: Degree, Masters, or Diploma in Urban Design, Architecture, or a related field within the Built Environment.

Possess a minimum of 4 years UK project experience

Prior experience in private practice, consultancy, or commercial housebuilding; detailed design/RMA experience preferred

Proficiency in CAD software; knowledge of Vector Works and/or SketchUp is a plus

Familiarity with local authority guidelines and planning systems

Self-driven, detail-oriented, with strong communication skills for effective collaboration.

What you get back

Competitive depending on experience.

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Life assurance

7% employer pension contribution

Payment of professional fees

Hybrid working 2 days remote working offered per week

Additional Christmas leave

Regular staff social events.

Apply

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Principle Urban Designer Job in London - Your Architecture Recruitment Specialists (Recruiter: John Watson Job Ref:14950)