Principal Urban Designer

2 weeks ago

Leeds, United Kingdom Hunter Dunning Full time
Principal Urban Designer Job in Leeds, Yorkshire

Principal Urban Designer job to be a part of a consultancy with an ambitious 3-year growth plan and a robust project pipeline across residential, renewable energy, and community sectors. With a need to expand at all levels - from Intermediate to Principal/ Associate - this Leeds-based role offers a competitive package (up to 37 days total holiday, profit-related bonus scheme, 7% employer pension contribution) and the chance to shape meaningful projects in a team-driven, innovative environment.

This leading development consultancy has built a strong reputation for sustainable, community-focused design and planning across the UK. With expertise in urban design, planning, and environmental services, they handle impactful projects in sectors like residential, renewable energy, health, and education.

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 of 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 Salary: Available upon enquiry
  • Profit Related 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

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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Referral

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Principal Urban Designer Job in Leeds, Yorkshire - Your Architecture Recruitment Specialists (Recruiter: Daniel Pearce Job Ref:14984)

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