Associate Director Urban Designer

Broadway Malyan is a global design practice dedicated to improving the future of the built environment worldwide. With a comprehensive suite of interrelated design disciplines from master planning to architecture and interiors, we are active in the world’s key development markets and growth areas.

Our work integrates complementary project elements to enhance the daily life of cities and communities. We work across a spectrum from regional spatial strategies to master planning of urban districts, building around transit-oriented development, designing the 15-minute neighbourhood, individual buildings and making spaces in between that are attractive for people and nature. We build to accommodate uses from commercial offices, living, education and life sciences, to leisure, transport and culture.

As an employee-owned practice, we are able to create an inclusive culture where everyone has a strong sense of engagement and shared responsibility in the future of our business. We are committed to investing and inspiring our people, so we can attract and retain the best talent to strengthen our reputation as both a design practice and an employer of choic

Role Overview

As an Associate Director Master Planner and Urban Designer, you will be based in our London design studio and you will be responsible for concept generation and delivery of a number of large-scale masterplans in the Middle East, Europe and Asia. This role is a leadership role within our team in London and therefore will require key skills around people mentorship, project leadership and client management skills. You will report to our Head of Urban Design and work closely with our placemaking and architectural designers.

Role Requirements and Skills

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• Exceptional leadership, presentation and design skills.
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• Thorough understanding of urban design principles, CMP and DMP processes.
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• Experienced with Business Development, Bids and Speaking Events.
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• Proficient in Rhino (Grasshopper a plus) and Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
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• Experienced in organising and driving projects to high level design and delivery outcomes.
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• Able to prepare and develop high-quality drawings, reports and presentations.
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• Strong public speaking skills with experience presenting to executive teams.
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• Ability to manage project coordination and organise sub-consultants.
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• Experience mentoring and developing team skills and culture.
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• Skilled in project coordination, managing sub-consultants, and meeting tight deadlines.
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• A flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working.
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• Flexible, adaptable, and positive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
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• Knowledge of UK Planning and market is a plus
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Experience & Qualifications:

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• A professional degree in Architecture or Landscape with a Masters in Urban Design
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• Excellent communication skills, fluent in English - spoken and written
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• Strong knowledge Rhino and Adobe Suite (Grasshopper is a plus)
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