Urban Designer

The Opportunity:
A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Urban Designer to join its expanding design team. The role offers the chance to work on a range of master planning and placemaking projects across the UK, including new settlements and residential neighbourhoods.

This is a great opportunity for a design-led, technically proficient individual looking to develop their career within a collaborative, forward-thinking team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and support the production of strategic masterplans and urban design frameworks
• Prepare vision documents and planning application material
• Liaise and collaborate with multidisciplinary consultant teams
• Produce high-quality graphic and written outputs
• Coordinate design work across a variety of projects and scales
• Contribute to internal design reviews and project development workshops

About You:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in urban design or master planning within the UK
• Postgraduate qualification in Urban Design (UK-based education essential)
• Background in architecture (preferred but not essential)
• Experience supporting or leading on site promotion and outline planning submissions
• Strong graphic, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, and SketchUp
• Hand drawing skills an advantage
• Eligibility to work in the UK

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary in line with industry benchmarks
• Opportunities for career advancement and progression
• A diverse and stimulating project portfolio across England and Wales
• Supportive team culture and regular business engagement meetings
• Access to regular CPD sessions and professional development

Benefits Include:

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Staff discounts across a range of professional services
• Cycle to work scheme and eye care vouchers
• Employee referral bonus
• Support for gaining professional qualifications

If you're a passionate urban designer looking for your next step and want to be part of a creative and committed team shaping the future of our built environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to explore this opportunity further by sending your CV to ssidar@cobaltrecruitment.com