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Architectural Technician/Urban Designer Location: Cambridge, UK Salary: £22,000.00 - £25,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Associate Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Archecture & Planning Function: Construction & Engineering Description Purpose of Role: To support the project team to deliver the very highest quality urban design work within the group Duties & Responsibilities • To develop an understanding of the urban design/masterplan project and conduct research into relevant technical, urban design and planning issues. • To support the of specifications, plans and drawings together with development briefs, design statements, design codes and other documents as required under supervision. • To support project teams throughout the design process from brief development to site analysis, design development and the preparation of planning applications. • To contribute or otherwise assist with the tasks for preparing work and managing the project under supervision. • Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration with full design team and others. • Follow a set technical approach for design and drawing production. • Gain a thorough knowledge of and compliance with group procedures and standards including compliance with Quality Management System and Health and Safety requirements. Skills & Qualities • Able to demonstrate the desire to undertake the above responsibilities. • Good design skills with an interest in resolving the diverse technical requirements of the project with the aspirations of place making. • Good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well either individually or in a team. • Good verbal, graphic and written communication skills. • A passion for deliverable design and a proven ability to communicate ideas in a clear and exciting way. • An interest in working in a multi-disciplinary environment. • Able to use a variety of media in the design development and documentation of a design project. • Resilience to cope with conflicting demands, able to prioritise duties and work effectively under pressure while remaining calm and professional at all times. • Flexible attitude. • Ability to use some of the following: PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign, Vectorworks, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint. • An aspiration to progress within their career and a commitment to on-going professional development. Qualifications & Experience • Education to degree level in Urban Design. The role would also suit a graduate Architect (Part 2) or Landscape Architect graduate. Other qualifications and experience would be considered on an individual basis. • Relevant industry related work experience would be advantageous. Training For each tier in the team, the company will provide appropriate levels of support, guidance and supervision. As a graduate Urban Designer or Technician, there will be a higher level of guidance and supervision to help to develop the best talent. There will be on-the-job and classroom training where required, and the opportunity to work on live client projects, with significant multi-disciplinary exposure. This description reflects the main activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties within the team/office may be required from time to time. There is a requirement for the post holder to recognise this and adopt a flexible approach to work. Job descriptions will be reviewed regularly and where necessary revised in accordance with organisational needs. Location: Cambridge, UK Salary: £22,000.00 - £25,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Associate Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Archecture & Planning Function: Construction & Engineering

Architectural Technician/Urban Designer Location: Bracknell, UK Salary: £22,000.00 - £25,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Associate Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Archecture & Planning Function: Construction & Engineering Description: Position: Urban Designers Level: Graduate Due to their successes and continued growth, we are seeking experienced and highly motivated Urban Designers to join their team in Bracknell to assist with our growing portfolio of projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation and overseeing of conceptual urban design and planning work, feasibility studies, master planning, development briefs, design & access statements and design strategies for residential and mixed use schemes for developers, land owners and private clients. Strong design, graphics and report writing (where appropriate) skills are a pre-requisite alongside a proactive approach to problem solving. It is anticipated that the successful Senior Urban Designer will assist Associates/Director on major projects; manage junior members of the team as well as manage project workload and assist with further business development The group will provide a generous remuneration package, as well as an excellent opportunity for candidates to develop their professional and technical skills through working closely with our existing experienced and respected team. The company was established in 2003 and is now one of the leading national consultancies in the development sector. Operating from 12 offices in the UK and specialising in all aspects of the planning process, the company prides itself on providing a service that is second to none. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading Planning, Environmental and Design consultancies, and to make a significant contribution to the further development and success of the multi- disciplined Bracknell Office. Purpose of Role: To support the project team to deliver the very highest quality urban design work within the company Duties & Responsibilities • To develop an understanding of the urban design/masterplan project and conduct research into relevant technical, urban design and planning issues. • To support the of specifications, plans and drawings together with development briefs, design statements, design codes and other documents as required under supervision. • To support project teams throughout the design process from brief development to site analysis, design development and the preparation of planning applications. • To contribute or otherwise assist with the tasks for preparing work and managing the project under supervision. • Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration with full design team and others. • Follow a set technical approach for design and drawing production. • Gain a thorough knowledge of and compliance with the company procedures and standards including compliance with Quality Management System and Health and Safety requirements. Skills & Qualities • Able to demonstrate the desire to undertake the above responsibilities. • Good design skills with an interest in resolving the diverse technical requirements of the project with the aspirations of place making. • Good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well either individually or in a team. • Good verbal, graphic and written communication skills. • A passion for deliverable design and a proven ability to communicate ideas in a clear and exciting way. • An interest in working in a multi-disciplinary environment. • Able to use a variety of media in the design development and documentation of a design project. • Resilience to cope with conflicting demands, able to prioritise duties and work effectively under pressure while remaining calm and professional at all times. • Flexible attitude. • Ability to use some of the following: PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign, Vectorworks, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint. • An aspiration to progress within their career and a commitment to on-going professional development. Qualifications & Experience • Education to degree level in Urban Design. The role would also suit a graduate Architect (Part 2) or Landscape Architect graduate. Other qualifications and experience would be considered on an individual basis. • Relevant industry related work experience would be advantageous. Training For each tier in the team, the company will provide appropriate levels of support, guidance and supervision. As a graduate Urban Designer or Technician, there will be a higher level of guidance and supervision to help to develop the best talent. There will be on-the-job and classroom training where required, and the opportunity to work on live client projects, with significant multi-disciplinary exposure. This description reflects the main activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties within the team/office may be required from time to time. There is a requirement for the post holder to recognise this and adopt a flexible approach to work. Job descriptions will be reviewed regularly and where necessary revised in accordance with organisational needs. Location: Bracknell, UK Salary: £22,000.00 - £25,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Associate Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Archecture & Planning Function: Construction & Engineering

Principal/Associate Heritage Consultant Location: Cirencester, UK Salary: £35,000.00 - £52,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Director Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Architecture & Planning Function: Consulting & Strategy Description: Reports to: Director of Heritage Duties, Qualifications, Experience & Ability Knowledge:

• · Expert knowledge of the archaeology, historic buildings and/or historic landscapes of the British Isles

• · Good degree in a relevant subject

• · Excellent knowledge of heritage and the planning system

• · Either IHBC or MCIfA expected

• · Full driver’s licence essential

Report Writing:

• · Ability to write in clear, concise, grammatically correct English is essential

• · Can research and write Heritage Statements, ES chapters and Appeal Statements (archaeology

or historic buildings) to a high standard, diligently covering all relevant issues, conveying key points clearly

• · Can present an argument clearly and persuasively

• · Reports will need little or no editing

• · Can complete other reports as required and as appropriate

• · Can manage others in the completion of the above, and edit reports to a very high standard

• · Can write Proofs of Evidence and give evidence at Inquiries and Hearings

Project Workload:

• · Manages workload of complex projects and other responsibilities as appropriate
• Subcontracting:
• · Archaeologists: can manage all scales of fieldwork projects competently and support others in managing projects
• Advice:
• · Offer expert advice to clients to move projects forward

• · Comes up with innovative solutions focussed on the clients’ needs

Colleague, Client and Consultee Liaison:

• · Ability to deal courteously and effectively with colleagues, clients and consultees, and to build good relationships with all
• · Ability to present arguments clearly and persuasive

• · Ability to present arguments persuasively in difficult situations

Mentoring and Team Management:

• · Is an enthusiastic and helpful team member

• · May line manage Heritage Consultants and Senior Heritage Consultants

• · Will have responsibility for a sub area of heritage, in conjunction with Heritage Director

Business Development:

• · Will develop and maintain own key client contacts and generate new business for the department

• · Will be responsible for marketing a sub-area of Heritage

Administration:

• · Can manage own time effectively and manage workload of sub area

• · Will undertake all administrative tasks required in a competent and timely manner

• · Will be responsible for ensuring the compliance of others to tasks required

Financial and Corporate:

• · Ability to cost work and provide quotations

• · Ability to complete projects on budget and manage others in the completion of work to budget

• · Responsibility for financial reporting of a sub-area

Location: Cirencester, UK Salary: £35,000.00 - £52,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Director Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Architecture & Planning Function: Consulting & Strategy

Graduate Planner Location: Birmingham, UK Salary: £22,000.00 - £25,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Associate Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Architecure & Planning Function: Construction & Engineering Description: Position: Graduate Planner The company is looking for a highly motivated Graduate Planner to join the successful planning team based at their Birmingham Office. This well established busy office is expanding rapidly and has a wide range of clients including landowner, developers and local authorities. The successful candidate will have recently graduated with a planning qualification and will work within their planning department assisting the team with research and monitoring, ongoing and new projects as well as working with the team at Public Consultation events. You will have good verbal and written communication skills. They value team working skills and the ability to multi-task. They offer an excellent remuneration package dependent upon experience and potential. The company was established in 2003 and is now one of the leading national consultancies in the development sector. Operating from 11 offices in the UK and specialising in all aspects of the planning process, the company prides itself on providing a service that is second to none. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading Planning, Environmental and Design consultancies, and to make a significant contribution to the further development and success of the multi disciplined Birmingham Office. Job Description: Purpose of Role To assist in the provision of high quality planning advice to take forward a wide portfolio of general planning consultancy project work including residential and regeneration schemes, town expansion, retail, renewable energy, commercial, rural and heritage related developments. Duties & Responsibilities

• · To research and prepare appraisals of land and buildings primarily, but not necessarily exclusively, for planning projects;
• · To assist in the preparation of Planning Statements and other similar reports;

• · To contribute to the preparation of Design and Access Statements, sustainability statements and other planning reports;

• · To assist in the preparation of information for, and attendance at, pre-application meetings with clients, other consultants and local planning authorities;

• · To liaise with and develop good working relationships with clients, other consultants and local planning authorities

• · To assist in the preparation and submission of planning and listed building consent applications using the Planning Portal;

• · To assist in the preparation of evidence to support appeals against the refusal of planning consent;

• · To assist in the preparation of representations to Local Development Framework documents;

• · To assist in monitoring representations on Local Development Framework documents and planning applications;

• · To assist in the organisation of, and attendance at, public consultations;

• · To keep up to date with changes to national and local planning policy, guidance and practice;

• · To assist in the promotion of the company through personal contacts with current and potential clients, attendance at events and conferences, social media and in any other ways that would be beneficial to the company;

• To undertake any other duties commensurate with the skills and experience of the post holder and the needs of the company.

• · To attend meetings with other consultants, clients and others as appropriate.

• · To observe the company’s policies in all aspects of employment and service provision.

• · To be aware of, and comply with, the company’s policies and procedures on health and safety at work by adopting safe working practices; reporting any accidents and/or unsafe or hazardous conditions to a director, and to do everything reasonable to prevent personal injury to themselves, fellow workers and members of the public.

• · To be responsible for identifying your personal training and development needs in discussion with the company directors. To participate in any training and development activities identified and agreed as relevant to your personal development and/or your development in the job.

• · To ensure confidentiality at all times in all matters relating to any work or communication with the company and clients.

Qualifications, Experience & Ability • Relevant planning related degree • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Team working skills • Ability to multi-task • Research skills Remuneration & Benefits • Excellent pay and benefits including pension and healthcare and discretionary performance bonus • Hours of work: 9.00 am to 5.30 pm daily • 25 days holiday plus public holidays Location: Birmingham, UK Salary: £22,000.00 - £25,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Associate Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Architecure & Planning Function: Construction & Engineering

Associate Planner Location: Mayfair, London, UK Salary: £42,000.00 - £52,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Director Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Architure & Planning Function: Consulting & Strategy Description: Position: Associate Planner The company is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Associate to join their team in Central London to lead on a wide portfolio of work, demonstrating the highest level of quality and client care. The role requires someone that is capable of delivering, maintaining and developing the highest standards of client care as well as the ability to win new business. In addition to business development, you will also be required to assist in the day-to-day management of the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a number of complex projects for a range of blue chip clients as well as private landowners and developers. The position requires someone capable of taking a lead role on planning applications, appeals and site promotions. You will also be required to manage both the project team within the office as well as the consultant team. As such, excellent communication skills are an essential requirement for this role. You will have a minimum of 7 years experience and be a Chartered Member of the RTPI. Previous private consultancy experience is essential. The group will provide a generous remuneration package, as well as a friendly working environment and mentoring for those looking to complete their Pathway to Chartership and progress in their career. The company was established in 2003 and is now one of the leading national consultancies in the development sector. Operating from 12 offices in the UK and specialising in all aspects of the planning process, the company prides itself on providing a service that is second to none. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading Planning, Environmental and Design consultancies, and to make a significant contribution to the further development and success of the multi- disciplined London Office. Job Description: Purpose of Role To provide a professional role to take forward a wide portfolio of general planning consultancy project work including residential and regeneration schemes, town expansion, retail, renewable energy, commercial, rural and heritage related developments (dependent on the work portfolio of the office you are working at). You will also be responsible for developing and defending planning policy. Duties & Responsibilities

• · Preparation, submission and negotiation of planning applications, including project management of team

• · Coordination and preparation of appeals including providing evidence at inquiries

• · Coordination and implementation of strategies for development plan promotions

• · Conducting research and site appraisals

• · Direct client contact, developing client relationships and generating work

• · Keep up to date with legislation, Government guidance and best practice in all areas of Planning.

• · Identification of Business Development opportunities and the implementation of strategies to generate new business

• · Co-ordination of project teams and project management

• · Staff development, management and training including assistance with the day-to-day running of the office

• · To work actively to promote good customer relations with all section of the community.

• •Develop and expand client base which will include writing proposals for new projects/clients and preparation of tender responses.

• • Assist in managing the planning team including resource allocation in liaison with the Planning Director.

• · Mentor junior members of the team.

Qualifications, Experience & Ability

• · RTPI qualified

• · At least 5 years post MRTPI experience

• · Have good local planning knowledge and client contacts

• · Have strong project and staff management skills

• · People orientated approach and confident bringing new ideas into the Practice

• · Used to working with minimal supervision and have a strong ability to use their own initiative

• · Capable of managing a wide and complex workload

• · Personable and a strong team player

• · Full driving licence and access to a car

Location: Mayfair, London, UK Salary: £42,000.00 - £52,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Director Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Architure & Planning Function: Consulting & Strategy

Graphic Designer Location: London, UK Salary: £25,000.00 - £30,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Mid-Senior Level Start Date: Immediately Industry: Apparel & Fashion Function: Design, Creative Arts & Media Description: GRAPHIC DESIGNER FOR, GIFTING AND HOME This is a wonderful opportunity with an exciting brand that is growing fast, and we can’t wait for you to join our team! ABOUT THE COMPANY Founded in 1972 the company is one of the world’s most iconic brands, with recent surveys showing that it has 97% brand recognition worldwide, it is today one of the TOP100 licensing Companies in the world, selling in excess of 23 million products a year and a turnover at retail in excess of $265 million per annum. With over 260 licensees and partners, across more than 13 product categories, covering a broad range of consumer products including apparel, digital, FMCG, home decor, cosmetics, toys, gift, back to school, stationary, promotions, publishing, promotions and more. The trademark is registered in over 100 countries worldwide. The brand is an icon for popular culture, music and is the brand champion of the global happiness movement. The Company is also global master licensee for Rubik’s, the world’s best selling toy, with masterminding the brands extension into non-traditional toy categories. ROLE PURPOSE They're on the lookout for a talented graphic designer to join our team and help us continue to sell the ranges by supporting brand team. They are looking for someone who is really creative, enthusiastic and enjoys working in a collaborative team environment. You will be joining the company at a really exciting time, with a huge amount of expansion and opportunities. The office can be pretty fast paced at times, and being part of the small in-house design team you'll need to hit the ground running. OBJECTIVES

• Creation of seasonal category style guides with trend relevant graphics and prints
• Placement of graphics and all-over prints for Gifting, Home and BTS categories.
• Design and develop new business pitch presentations as needed
• Communicate and liaise with our international licensees
• Develop special creatives for specific retail projects on request from Brand Team
• Execute approvals at every stage of the product development process, working closely with licensees in all territories to ensure products are kept up to date
• Report trends each season, attend trade shows and conduct regular retail trips to identify new product ideas and conduct competitor analysis.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Must feel confident making decisions, managing workflow and a strong communicator
• Highly detail oriented, you should be committed to producing stellar work which is on-brand
• Ability to prioritize many tasks and deliver projects on time
• Excellent communication skills and a natural ability to connect with individuals at all levels within the company

Excellent skills required in:

• Illustrator
• Photoshop
• In Design

Location: London, UK Salary: £25,000.00 - £30,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Mid-Senior Level Start Date: Immediately Industry: Apparel & Fashion Function: Design, Creative Arts & Media

GIS Specialist Location: Liverpool, UK Salary: £30,000.00 - £35,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Mid-Senior Level Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Architecture & Planning Function: Construction & Engineering Description: TheGroup is a leading independent consultancy specialising in acquisition, planning, design, environment and economics. Their services span the entire project process from site initiation through to planning, design and delivery, ensuring we achieve optimal results. They have over 260 skilled and experienced staff operating from eleven offices across ten locations throughout the UK. Their approach combines local and national knowledge of the property and development industry providing our clients with an unrivalled understanding of what is required to make their schemes successful. The Group are looking for a GIS Specialist to join its Property Department, working ideally out of their Liverpool office, although a Manchester base will also be considered. You will be required to work across all aspects of development activity, primarily for the Property Department based in Liverpool but also supporting all aspects of planning and development work in the North West and across the UK. The focus will be across a range of different sectors including renewable energy, residential development, telecommunications and commercial property. Tasks will include building site search models within ArcGIS, the setting up and management of ArcGIS Online, Collector and web based application builder services, preparation of drawings, plans and info graphics, the use of Story Maps and spatial data analysis. You will be required to work to tight deadlines and be thorough and methodical in your approach to tasks. Software and Experience Essential;

• Have a relevant University degree or equivalent qualifications and/or experience.
• Expertise in use of the ESRI desktop software platform, including ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online, Collector
• app and web application builder.
• Experience with the capture, storage and analysis of spatial and geographical data.
• Ability to deliver work on budget and to deadlines as part of a multi-disciplinary team spread across diverse geographical locations.
• Experience managing and delivering GIS projects for internal and external clients.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills;
• Good programming and analytical skills for data manipulation and management.
• A creative thinker to solve development and software issues.
• Strong attention to detail and an ability to apply knowledge into practical schemes.
• A focus on results and project delivery.

Desirable:

• Exposure to other desktop GIS software (e.g. MapInfo, QGIS, GRASS); Programming languages and software development (Javascript, Python, .NET).
• Working knowledge of CAD packages such as AutoCAD or Vectorworks.
• Familiarity of working with the ESRI Spatial Analyst and 3D Analyst extensions.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an exciting and dynamic market leading national consultancy with the benefit of working across a diverse range of market sectors. Salary: We are offering an excellent salary and benefits package along with significant opportunities for career progression and personal development. Location: Liverpool, UK Salary: £30,000.00 - £35,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Mid-Senior Level Start Date: Immediately Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Industry: Architecture & Planning Function: Construction & Engineering

Senior Technical Assistant Location: Bracknell, UK Salary: £30,000.00 - £35,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Mid-Senior Level Start Date: Immediately Industry: Construction & Engineering Function: Research, Science & Analytical Description The role: The focus of the role will be to develop, test, calibrate, operate, and repair electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, electrohydraulic, or electronic measuring and recording instruments, apparatus, and equipment in use within the Instrument Solutions laboratory. Assisting the Quality Manager in ensuring continued conformity with quality procedures. The review & processing of customer calibration contracts from receipt through to delivery. As a Senior Technical Assistant your main duties will be to: • Operate in compliance with corporate policies. Where these require modification or extension, work with others to generate new versions that maintain consistency across the business areas • Help in the continued conformity with the requirements contained in ISO 9001 (BSI) and ISO 17025 (UKAS) through procedures defined within the Quality Manual. These are to include the maintenance of the quality system through its organisation, record keeping, analysis and its continued development • Follow a period of training to become an approved signatory for the issue of calibration / test certificates and other quality documents • Undertake promotional activities both on and off site whenever the need arises. This includes face- to- face meetings, attendance at exhibitions and participation within company training events • Deal with, analysis of and maintenance, in conjunction with the Quality Manager, of customer complaints & corrective actions to ensure their satisfactory outcome and to stop their reoccurrence • Review & process customer calibration contracts from receipt through to delivery using bespoke software systems, along with the processing of all subsequent documentation including credits and any complaints on goods or services provided by the business • Process goods sent for repair or calibration with third party laboratories • Provide support to the hire and sales teams during any periods of staff absence • Answer enquiries by phone, e-mail and/or via face to face contact. This may include, but not be limited to technical advice and or the generation of quotations • Perform and/or organise preventative and corrective maintenance/calibrations of test apparatus and peripheral equipment • Develop, implement and ensure the continued compliance of test/calibration methodologies using a variety of instrumentation/procedures including the use/creation of spreadsheets • Confer with engineers, managers and colleagues in order to assist with equipment installation, maintenance and repair techniques • Analyse and report test data, using mathematical formulas/spreadsheets • Set up test equipment and conduct calibrations/trials at the company's instrument solutions laboratories and at other third-party locations • Disassemble and reassemble instruments and equipment, using hand tools, and inspect instruments and equipment for defects • Inspect equipment, structures or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects • Prepare and pack items being sent to clients or third-party laboratories • Produce uncertainty budgets and general maintenance of the company's instrument solutions reference instrumentation and their associated records • Work in a team promoting equality, diversity and inclusion • Manage personal development through Company training courses Skills and Knowledge: • Quality systems experience to ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 • Ability to work to tight schedules unsupervised • PC literate with a working knowledge of proprietary Microsoft software packages – Excel and Word • Methodical with a practical ability and approach to construction activities • Self confidence • Confident telephone manner • Good presentation and customer skills • Good organisational skills • Enthusiasm and willingness to play an active part in a small team in both an office and laboratory environment Employment Specifics: This role’s working pattern is 37 hours per week, 8.30 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Thursday, and 8.30 am to 4.30 pm on Friday with a one hour break for lunch. Benefits include a pension scheme and 26 days holiday per year (pro rata), childcare vouchers, etc. This is an office based role. Location: Bracknell, UK Salary: £30,000.00 - £35,000.00 Per Annum Job Level: Mid-Senior Level Start Date: Immediately Industry: Construction & Engineering Function: Research, Science & Analytical