Job Title: Senior Urban Designer
Location: Camberley
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a market-leading planning and design consultancy in their search for an experienced Urban Designer / Senior Urban Designer to join their growing team.
About the Company:
This well-established consultancy is recognised as one of the UK's leading planning and design specialists, delivering high-quality, sustainable developments across England and Wales. With a strong reputation for innovation and placemaking, the team works on a diverse portfolio of projects, including large-scale new settlements and residential neighbourhoods. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where creativity and professional growth are actively encouraged.
Role Overview:
The successful candidate will play a key role within the design team, contributing to a range of masterplanning and strategic development projects. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, helping to shape vision-led design solutions and support the delivery of outline planning applications.
Key Responsibilities:
Contribute to the preparation of masterplans, vision documents, and design strategies
Support strategic site promotion and outline planning applications
Work collaboratively with planners, architects, and external consultants
Produce high-quality written reports, presentations, and graphic outputs
Assist with project coordination and deliveryRequirements:
Minimum of 3 years' UK-based experience in urban design or masterplanning
Postgraduate qualification in Urban Design from a UK university
Background in architecture is advantageous
Proven experience in strategic site promotion and planning applications
Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and graphic)
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and CAD
Hand drawing skills are desirable
Full right to work in the UKWhat's on Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy
Exposure to a wide range of high-profile projects
Ongoing CPD and support for professional qualifications
Collaborative and supportive team cultureBenefits Include:
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising with service)
Private medical insurance (single cover)
Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
Cycle to work scheme
Eye care vouchers
Staff referral bonus scheme
Discounts on property and financial servicesThis is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Urban Designer to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the creation of sustainable and high-quality places.
Interested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)