Residential Layout Designer

Award-winning rg+p is one of the largest and most successful multidisciplinary design practices in the UK also featuring in AJ’s top 100 UK practices. From our London, Birmingham and Leicester studios, we create a sustainable legacy, designed and delivered for clients and communities.

We are currently recruiting for a full time Residential Layout Designer to work in our Leicester office.

The candidate is required to have…

• a degree (or equivalent) in Architecture, ideally with a postgraduate degree/diploma in Urban Design/Planning

• a passion for residential architectural design

• a good understanding of urban design principles

• the ability to produce consistently attractive layouts

• knowledge of commercially viable layouts with regard to mix and coverage

• a proven track record in design for the housing industry

• knowledge and understanding of UK planning policy

• good comprehension of the UK Building Regulations

• a good knowledge of ArchiCAD, Adobe Photoshop & InDesign or an ability to learn new software quickly

• the initiative to work both independently and as part of a team

• excellent time management skills

• knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes

• the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines

• excellent communication skills

Why join our team?

• competitive salary

• pension scheme

• healthcare scheme

• perkbox discount account

• smart go travel scheme

• regular social events

• training and development

• promotion/progression routes

• mentoring system in place

• CPDs and external training

• extra day’s holiday for every 3 years’ service

• as much responsibility as you are prepared for!

rg+p is an equal opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to work & live in the UK without any additional approval.

If you feel you are a strong candidate for this position, please email us your CV, detailing your relevant qualification, some examples of your work and your salary expectations.