Associate Urban Designer

Job Title: Senior/Associate Urban Designer

Location: Wilmslow (10 miles from Manchester)

Salary: £44,000-£52,000 DOE

Join an Award-Winning Design Studio

We’re seeking an ambitious and creative Senior/Associate Urban Designer to join our clients dynamic Urbanism team, specializing in public realm and place design. If you are passionate about creating places that matter, solving today's urban challenges, and driving environmental and social change through design, we want to hear from you.

About the Role:

As a Senior/Associate Urban Designer, you'll be part of a collaborative studio with a landscape and urbanism ethos, working alongside a team of creative experts. Our mission is to shape and support communities by delivering life-centric, attractive designs that embrace authenticity, inclusivity, and nature-based solutions. We are committed to your professional growth and offer a vibrant studio culture, with a flexible working policy and an exciting calendar of learning and social events.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and creative studio environment.
• Opportunities to work on projects that act as catalysts for positive change.
• Professional development and career progression.
• A stimulating urban centre studio culture with flexible working arrangements.
• The chance to contribute to a practice known for its radical, purposeful approach to design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to innovative urban design and public realm projects.
• Operate across various scales of design, managing multiple projects and teams.
• Engage in business development and work-winning activities.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Utilize strong technical abilities in AutoCAD, SketchUp, GIS, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in urban design, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.

Skills:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and GIS.
• Strong understanding of urban planning principles, zoning laws, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent graphic communication skills for high-quality visual representation.
• Effective project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Who We’re Looking For:

• A creative problem-solver driven by a passion for design and place-making.
• A natural collaborator and communicator.
• A proactive, self-motivated individual with a keen attention to detail.
• Someone who remains calm under pressure and thrives in a deadline-driven environment.
• A team player who values collaborative working and has a positive, can-do attitude.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to make a difference through innovative urban design, then please get in touch, we'd love to speak with you!