Description:
The Role
- As an Associate Director, you will take ownership of delivering high-profile urban strategy and masterplanning projects, while contributing to the growth and strategic direction of our Cities offering.
You will
- Lead the delivery of complex, multidisciplinary urban strategy and planning projects
- Act as Project Lead, accountable for quality, programme, risk, and client outcomes
- Build and nurture strong relationships with public and private sector clients
- Lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams
- Drive business development—winning work, growing client relationships, and contributing to long-term pipeline growth
- Translate strategic priorities into operational delivery, balancing commercial performance with technical excellence
About You
We’re looking for a recognised leader in urban strategy, with the ability to operate at both strategic and delivery level.
You will bring:
- Extensive experience in urban planning, masterplanning, or city-scale development
- Strong consultancy background with proven delivery across public and private sector projects
- Deep understanding of integrated urban challenges across planning, infrastructure, sustainability, economics, and environment
- Demonstrated experience leading complex, multidisciplinary projects
- Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills
- A track record of delivering commercially successful, high-quality outcomes
- Strong leadership capability, with experience mentoring and developing teams
- Strategic mindset with the ability to shape and influence business direction
Desirable Experience
- Chartered or professionally accredited in a relevant discipline
- Thought leadership or industry engagement (public speaking, publications, etc.)
- Experience growing teams, capabilities, or regional presence
- Commercial mindset with a strong focus on winning work and developing client relationships