Exciting Career Opportunity for a Senior Architect / Urban Designer at a Premier RIBA Chartered Practice!
Are you a talented Senior Architect with Urban Design experience looking to elevate your career? Join a highly esteemed RIBA Chartered Practice in Chelmsford renowned for its commitment to excellence across the Residential, Commercial, Retail, Education, and Community sectors.
The firm’s close-knit team takes pride in their passion, integrity and creativity, fostering long-lasting client relationships which have helped to establish themselves as a highly trusted consultancy within the Essex industry.
As the company continues to expand their repertoire, they are searching for a dedicated Senior Architect with expertise in Urban Design to join their vibrant team. This is your chance to work on impactful medium to large-scale urban design and master planning projects while collaborating with like-minded professionals committed to innovation and sustainability.
Senior Architect / Urban Designer Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate on diverse urban design and multidisciplinary projects, including urban regeneration, development master plans and design guidance.
- Conduct in-depth research, mapping, and analysis of existing and prospective projects.
- Implement best urban design practices to ensure the success of all schemes.
- Play a vital role in bringing design visions to life from concept to planning approval and beyond.
- Prepare thorough planning documentation including Design Briefs, Access Statements, Design Codes and Parameter Plans.
- Engage proactively with clients, community stakeholders and participate in public consultations and project meetings.
- Draft high-quality reports and prepare site plans to support project objectives.
- Assist in expanding the company client base.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:
- RIBA/ARB Registered Architect or relevant degree qualification in Urban Design.
- 5-10 years of post-qualification experience in medium to large-scale urban or suburban housing design and master planning projects.
- Proven experience in site survey, analysis and preparation of base plans essential for urban design initiatives.
- Proficiency in advanced graphic communication techniques, including urban design diagrams, photo montages and hand sketching.
- Comprehensive knowledge of urban design best practices and UK planning policies.
- A solid understanding of building components, typologies and their integration with public spaces and urban infrastructure.
- Strong project management capabilities and the ability to harness both hand-drawn and technical drawing skills to high standards.
- Exceptional presentation, graphics and 3D design skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficient with AutoCAD, Revit (desirable), SketchUp and Adobe Creative Cloud.
On offer to the successful Senior Architect / Urban Designer is a highly competitive salary up to £50,000 (fully dependent on experience) alongside a highly supportive office-based work environment.
Take the Next Step in Your Architecture Career!
If you're ready to make a lasting impact within Urban Design and wish to work with a dynamic, forward-thinking team, we want to hear from you!
Apply now to be part of a practice that values your creativity, initiative and growth as a professional.
To be considered for the role please forward your CV and portfolio through to Joey Waller at Conrad Consulting or contact Joey on 01728 726 140 for further information.