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Senior Urban Designer Birmingham, England

PM Group

Full Time Birmingham, England 37549 - 48506 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

We are seeking an energetic, self-starter to join our UK team working on a range of high-profile, complex projects including master plans, specific plans, vision studies, and concept-driven design efforts.

You will be responsible for leading the urban design and master-planning direction in the UK with our clients across their complex multi-disciplinary projects. You will be focused on master planning projects within the region and international collaborations, while also gaining exposure to a wide range of design experiences within our full portfolio of integrated disciplines.

In close consultation with the Head of Architecture, lead the development of creative and innovative design concepts on a broad range of urban design and master planning projects.
Develop and advance conceptual and schematic designs on projects and prepare compelling and immersive 3D and 2D diagrams that communicate strategy and design.
Analyse and document project influences of urban design and master planning projects.
Assist with site planning and programming, footprint layouts, development calculations, massing and architectural design
Where required, participate in public, client and other project meetings.
Manage and engage key internal and external stakeholders effectively to drive project process, resolve issues, achieve excellence in project deliverables and overall objectives
Collaborate with other members of the Urban Design Group to develop and advance conceptual and schematic designs on urban design and master planning projects
Prepare graphic/narrative reports and presentations that communicate the design process, research, and concepts
Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination
Enhance and optimize designs using rapid and iterative simulation techniques.
Act as a team member in coordinating and reviewing of work product.
Contribute to office activities, initiative and learning programs.
Interact through projects and other office wide initiatives with other offices and practice areas.
The preparation and co-ordination of project information and its timely issue to the Client, Contractor and/or the Project Team as required.
Job planning including fee against resources, maintaining fortnightly from worksheets, advising the Head of Department of changes in resource requirements.
Responsible for the co-ordination of concept and detail design information within the constraints quality, time and costs.
Ensuring that project files are set up and processes comply with our QA procedures.
Liaise with the Head of Architecture to facilitate and hold design and technical reviews.
Take a proactive approach in respect of advice to clients to improve value on all aspects of service delivery.
Be aware of and highlight business opportunities to the Management Team, in respect of existing clients or introductions to new clients and new opportunities.

Be a fully qualified Architect with a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning/Urban Design/Architecture.
Strong level of expertise and experience in urban planning or urban design practices with proven background in creative collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, from concept through to later stages.
Knowledge and passion for working on a variety of urban design & master planning projects across multiple sectors.
Knowledge and understanding of building components and typologies and their relationship to public space and urban infrastructure.
Working knowledge of planning laws, policies, and regulatory tools.
Self-motivated, organized and reliable along with a professional approach.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
The ability to complete tasks with accuracy and with strong attention to detail.
GIS Mapping & database skills are preferred.
Creative initiator who brings curiosity, enthusiasm and a “can do” attitude.
Desire to develop strong leadership, management, and mentoring skills.
The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, and demonstrate a competency presenting ideas and concepts.
Proficiency working in Autodesk Revit is preferred, but training can be provided.

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