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The Company
My client, a renowned multidisciplinary firm specializing in architecture, planning, and urban design, is looking for an Assistant Urban Designer to join the team in Reading. With a reputation for delivering innovative, people-centric solutions, we work on a wide range of projects, from residential and commercial developments to strategic masterplans.
The Position as an Urban Designer
- Collaborate with senior designers on masterplanning and urban regeneration projects.
- Support the preparation of concept designs, layout plans, and detailed urban design proposals.
- Assist in preparing design and access statements, reports, and visual presentations.
- Conduct site appraisals and contribute to design workshops with clients and stakeholders.
- Stay informed of local planning policies and design standards to ensure compliance.
What is on offer for an Urban Designer?
- Attractive highly competitive salaries
- Strong benefits package
- 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holiday
- Excellent working environment with flexible working schedule
- Excellent reputation in the market as being a good employer and providing opportunities for career progression
Essential Criteria for the candidate as an Urban Designer
Some skills will be needed from day one:
- Ability to research local policies and guidelines for prospective sites and provide clear summaries for the design team and clients.
- Strong written communication skills with a good understanding of urban design terminology.
- Basic knowledge of InDesign to create documents and add simple graphics and layouts.
Other skills will develop with training:
- Building a deeper understanding of InDesign (this is essential).
- Learning to use the Adobe Suite for presentations and graphics.
- Gaining more responsibility in shaping and developing design principles for new projects.
They also use AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Unreal in the office, so any experience with these tools is a plus as the role evolves.
Interested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with Urban Designers ASAP, so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Tamzin Warren-Vimpany on (phone number removed) or at (url removed).
This is a permanent role.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
