Bracknell
Environment
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
01/10/2024
22/10/2024
Job Title: Urban Design Assistant
Location: Bracknell
Are you passionate about urban design and looking to build your career in a dynamic and collaborative environment?
A leading planning and urban design consultancy is seeking an enthusiastic Urban Design Assistant to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to support and contribute to the design of residential developments across various stages, from initial research through to planning applications.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct thorough research into local and national planning policy relevant to residential developments.
* Assist in characterising neighbourhoods and establishing site parameters that will guide the development of new schemes.
* Liaise with clients to understand their project requirements and aspirations.
* Assist with or manage the preparation of pre-application submissions.
* Support the evolution of designs, contributing to the planning application process.
* Assist in the preparation of Design and Access Statements and other supporting documents, such as members' briefing notes, presentations, and materials for public consultation.
What We're Looking For:
* Urban Design or Planning related Degree
* Strong research and analytical skills to investigate local policy and guidance for prospective sites, with the ability to summarise findings for the design team and clients.
* Excellent written communication skills with a solid grasp of urban design vocabulary.
* Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, including the ability to prepare documents, incorporate graphics, and create basic page layouts.
* Familiarity with AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Unreal is advantageous, but not essential.
Professional Development:
* In-depth training and support to develop advanced InDesign skills and a deeper understanding of the Adobe suite for creating graphics and presentation materials.
* Ongoing mentoring to become more involved in developing design principles and contributing to new developments.
If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to build a career in urban design and work on impactful projects, apply now!
Interested?