Urban Designer

Position Responsibilities Contribute to promoting the City Design Practice within the home office. Develop plans and policies, direct research, and help provide strategic direction for projects. Lead the project team, overseeing CDP team members, providing regular progress check‑ins, setting priorities, and reconciling competing objectives. Develop and deliver planning and urban design projects through all phases—from initiation and conceptualization to analytical diagramming, site planning, rendering, visualization, detailed master planning, design guidelines, and report production. Review deliverables for compliance with the project’s technical requirements. Provide regular updates to the CDP Associate Director, Director / Practice Leader, and Project Manager. Oversee production resources and schedules of documentation for agreed‑upon deliverables. Implement the Quality Management System for assigned projects. Lead the research and analysis required for the project. Participate in staff recruitment and retention; support professional development of select staff. Confere with clients, consultants, and related professionals during various stages of project development. Support new business development, cultivate relationships with consultants, and provide exceptional service to clients. Make meaningful contributions to the advancement of activities for the studio. Leadership Responsibilities Actively lead a project team. Directly supervise, train, and mentor team members. Engage in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm through resume review and interviews. Demonstrate leadership in implementing sustainable strategies across all project assignments and in the development of staff knowledge. Create and drive new ways of working by contributing to the development of services, standards, and procedures grounded in business principles that protect SOM from financial and legal risk. Minimum Qualifications Professional degree in Architecture, Planning, Urban Design, or Landscape Architecture. Licensed in the state of practice or must be AICP Certified; LEED accreditation preferred. Minimum 8 years of experience or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. Substantial experience in the design of large‑scale planning and complex urban design projects. General understanding of sustainable strategies and principles, including familiarity with LEED or other green building rating systems. Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills. Familiarity with Revit and practical understanding of digital tools such as Grasshopper, Navisworks, Ladybug, etc. Demonstrated ability to successfully lead project teams and manage project schedule, budget, and program. Experience in engaging with client and project entitlement. Studio recognition for contribution and achievement. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, Google Suite, and AutoCAD. Compensation Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $95,000 to $120,000. Benefits Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance. Savings: 401K matching, pre‑tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs. Work/Life Balance: Hybrid/flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program. Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees, as well as specialized in‑house career development. EEO Statement SOM is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Equal Opportunity Employer – We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr