Assistant Urban Designer - Sheffield Salary: £24,000 - £32,000 (DOE) + excellent benefits Hybrid working | Career progression | Dynamic consultancy
Are you an ambitious and creative urban designer at the early stages of your career, looking for a platform to grow within a highly regarded planning and design consultancy?
I'm working with a well-established, design-led planning practice that's looking to expand its urban design team with the appointment of a talented Assistant Urban Designer. Based in central Sheffield, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 1-3 years of relevant experience who's ready to take the next step in their career.
The Role:
You'll be working as part of a multidisciplinary team on a diverse range of residential and mixed-use projects across the UK. This includes masterplanning, design codes, strategic site promotion and placemaking at varying scales - from concept through to planning.
What You'll Be Doing:
Supporting senior designers and planners with the preparation of urban design and masterplanning proposals
Contributing to the development of design strategies and frameworks
Producing high-quality illustrative material using software such as Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD and SketchUp
Assisting with site analysis, feasibility studies and stakeholder presentations
Collaborating with a talented team of planners, architects, and landscape designers
About You:
Degree in Urban Design, Architecture, or a related discipline (postgraduate qualification in Urban Design highly desirable)
Strong design and graphic communication skills
Proficiency in key design software (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, AutoCAD, SketchUp)
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
A collaborative mindset and genuine interest in placemaking and sustainable development
What's On Offer:
A competitive salary, tailored to your experience
Flexible hybrid working arrangement
Ongoing support for professional development (including Pathway to Chartership if applicable)
A welcoming, creative studio culture within a growing national consultancy
This is a great chance to join a team where your ideas will be valued and where you can see your work make a tangible impact on communities.
Interested? If you're ready to grow your career with a forward-thinking design team in Sheffield, get in touch today for a confidential conversation. Send your CV and portfolio (PDF or online link) and I'll be happy to provide more details.