London, UK
Urban designer
at Studio Egret West
Studio Egret West is looking for an urban designer to join its practice in London.
About
Studio Egret West is an award-winning transdisciplinary practice of architects, urban designers, landscape architects, graphic designers, model makers and filmmakers working on a range of mixed use, place-making projects.
We have an expanding portfolio of exciting UK and international projects and are seeking a talented Urban Designer to join our team.
The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and lateral thinker, with the ability to take projects into planning and beyond. You will have a track record of working on large-scale masterplanning projects in the UK and overseas. A great imagination and graphic skills are a prerequisite!
Your workload will range from evolving large-scale framework plans to more detailed master plans of varying densities and character, focused on mixed-use urban placemaking.
We offer a collaborative environment where you can grow your skills and contribute across the studio’s disciplines, supported by financial assistance for professional qualifications.
Required:
- demonstrable creativity and strong design ability across early RIBA stages (0–3)
- experience working on large-scale, mixed-use projects in the UK and/or overseas
- high-density housing experience (preferably pre-planning stage)
- sketching skills, to create design visions on paper or digitally
- experience working in 3D CAD systems
- proficiency in Revit will be advantageous
- good working knowledge of Adobe Suite
- a relevant UK work permit
Desirable skills and qualifications:
- a degree in urban design or architecture
- excellent communication and coordination skills
Studio Egret West is a sociable and inclusive place to work. We offer a host of benefits, including weekly yoga classes, social sporting events, regional and international studio trips and an enhanced pension scheme. As an EOT, we operate an inclusive culture, putting people at the centre of decision-making, and offer an annual tax-free bonus to all employees.
Studio Egret West is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
To apply, please email your CV with examples of your work, together with your salary expectations, to [email protected]