Birmingham (with UK travel: London, Midlands, Manchester)
Up to £90,000 + benefits
An exciting opportunity for an experienced and commercially driven Director of Masterplanning to join a growing multidisciplinary design team. This role is pivotal in shaping and expanding a regional presence, with a strong focus on business development, client acquisition, and leading large-scale masterplanning projects across the UK.
You will play a key role in growing the Birmingham studio, contributing to its expansion from 14 to 25 people, while strengthening relationships across London, the Midlands, and the North.
Key Responsibilities for this Director level role:
Business Development & Client Growth
Lead business development activities, identifying and securing new opportunities in masterplanning and large-scale development
Leverage existing client relationships and bring new clients into the business
Develop and execute regional growth strategies across Birmingham, London, and Manchester
Represent the practice at industry events, networking functions, and client meetingsProject Leadership
Lead the design and delivery of complex masterplanning projects across sectors (mixed-use, regeneration, residential, education, etc.)
Provide strategic design direction and ensure design excellence
Oversee multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with internal and external stakeholdersStudio Leadership
Support the growth and development of the Birmingham office
Mentor and develop junior and mid-level team members
Contribute to team structure, recruitment, and studio cultureRequirements for this Director level role:
Proven experience at Associate Director or Director level within masterplanning, urban design, or architecture
Strong track record in business development and winning work
Ability to bring an existing client network and generate new opportunities
In-depth understanding of UK markets, particularly Birmingham, London, Midlands, and Manchester
Demonstrated experience delivering large-scale masterplanning projects
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skillsInterested? Then please send an updated CV to
Salary description
£70000.00 - £90000.00 per year