Urban Designer – Senior

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Urban Designer to join our Cities + Urban Design practice area to deliver on a range of both local/regional and international high-profile public and private sector projects, including:

• Large-scale master plans
• Conceptual design
• Site-specific plans
• Urban design guidelines
• Development standards
• Other planning studies

This role is intended specifically for design leadership. Ideal candidates will possess strong design talent and sensibilities, sophisticated graphic aptitudes, award-winning projects, global insights, and an innovation mindset for 21st-century cities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and elevate design, envisioning transformational projects through client leadership, design leadership, and mentorship
• Provide project team leadership in preparation of planning and design documents, including large-scale master plans, design guidelines, design standards, renderings, illustrations, and other planning studies
• Collaborate with teams and clients to generate creative planning and design solutions
• Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, community stakeholders, and city planning staff
• Support the C+UD practice area with business development efforts
• Conduct site visits and meet on-site with client teams
• Lead community workshops and public presentations
• Respond to public RFPs and win projects

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience related to urban planning, policy, design, and/or strategy
• Working knowledge of planning laws, policies, and regulatory tools
• Experience preparing and managing planning projects, including large-scale master plans, public entitlements, design guidelines, and other planning studies, as well as large-scale international urban design and planning projects
• Bachelor’s degree in City/Regional Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, or other closely related field
• Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
• Comfort in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Self-starter, collaborative, and eager to supervise, train, and mentor teammates

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign)
• Basic skills in AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Basic skills in SketchUp, Rhino, and/or other 3D and multimedia technologies
• AIA (Registered Architect, RA) and/or AICP certification preferred
• Leadership in urban planning professional organizations preferred
• Proficiency in GIS and mapping tools preferred
• Real estate development experience and/or education preferred

Location

This position is in-person in the Austin, Texas area. Non-local candidates open to relocating are welcome to apply.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Disability and wellness programs
• Flex spending accounts
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 401k, profit sharing, and employee stock ownership
• Twice annual bonus opportunities
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees
• Tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes