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Our multi-disciplinary Edinburgh office is home to a talented team of experts across various disciplines, including Urban Design, Town Planning, Economics, Transport, Ecology, Acoustics, and Engineering. We're located just a stone's throw from Edinburgh castle, the vibrant city centre and public transport links.Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.We're seeking a skilled Senior Urban Designer to join our thriving Northern Masterplanning team. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and growing design team in Edinburgh, working on projects that are as varied as the acts at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe! Typical projects include major residential led, mixed-use development masterplans and layouts, and public realm work of the highest quality across Scotland and the North. This includes new communities, new settlements, as well as town and city centre masterplanning, and regeneration.Key Responsibilities:Working on medium to large-scale residential and mixed-use masterplans and housing layoutsContributing to the design process through masterplan development, diagrams, and documentationConducting site appraisals and context analysis to inform design decisionsDeveloping innovative and deliverable visions for new settlements and urban extensionsProducing masterplan drawings, design strategies, and detailed illustrationsCreating indicative layouts and urban design concepts with strong design rationalesProducing high-quality hand drawings and utilizing design softwareSupporting the development of design and access statementsCollaborating with local communities and stakeholders through workshops and exhibitionsLiaising with technical experts to ensure project feasibilityDelivering exceptional work within tight deadlinesContributing to creative thinking and concept developmentWhat You'll Need:A postgraduate qualification in Urban Design or a related fieldProven experience in medium to large-scale residential and mixed-use masterplanning, including new settlements and urban extensionsStrong understanding of urban design principles and best practicesProficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, and Microsoft OfficeExcellent communication and presentation skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamA passion for creating sustainable and inspiring communitiesWhy Join Us?Challenging and Rewarding Work: Contribute to significant projects that shape the future of our cities and towns.Collaborative Culture: Work alongside talented professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment.Career Progression: Advance your career with opportunities for growth and development.Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements.If you're a talented Urban Designer looking to make a real impact, we encourage you to apply (please include your portfolio with your application or email a link to Ruth Hoggett (Talent Acquisition Manager) at ruth.hoggett@stantec.com).#J-18808-Ljbffr