Senior Urban Designer

Overview

As a Senior Masterplanner and Urban Designer, you will lead diverse masterplanning and urban design projects across the UK and internationally, mentoring junior team members and shaping sustainable, vibrant urban environments. You’ll apply strategic thinking to complex sites, integrating transport, economics, and sustainability while collaborating with clients and stakeholders. The role offers exposure to high-profile international work and a collaborative, values-driven studio culture. This is a chance to contribute to impactful places and lead design excellence.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary
• agile working with hybrid option
• 22 days annual leave (pro-rated)
• private medical/life insurance
• pension
• social activities

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned masterplanning and urban design projects across multiple locations, coordinating internal and external stakeholders from concept to delivery
• Design solo and with teams, integrating transport, economics, infrastructure, and environmental sustainability into the urban design process
• Champion Benoy’s values and foster a collaborative, innovative environment with knowledge sharing
• Mentor and support junior team members, expanding the internal network and leadership opportunities
• Contribute to project meetings and client presentations, shaping communications and proposals
• Understand project cost control, fee estimation, and project finance to maximise fees without compromising client relationships
• Develop awareness of business development and marketing activities within Benoy
• Ensure delivery aligns with fast-paced project requirements and maintains quality benchmarks

Key requirements

• 8–10 years post-qualification experience
• Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture or Landscape Architecture; MA in Urban Design (or equivalent)
• Proven experience leading urban development, regeneration, residential-led mixed-use masterplanning, public realm, and infrastructure solutions
• Projects delivered across UK, Middle East, The Americas, Asia and Africa
• Strong interest in sustainable and vibrant urban environments
• Initiative, creativity, integrity, and self-sufficiency in a fast-paced setting
• Confident in presenting to clients and coordinating with consultants
• Advanced software skills with proficiency in at least four: Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, Rhino, GIS, CityEngine

• collaborative mindset
• strong communication
• leadership
• Adobe Creative Suite
• AutoCAD
• SketchUp

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