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Director of Masterplanning
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Birmingham, West Midlands, B1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-07-15
Listing for:
Aztrum
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-15
Job specializations:
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Management
Project & Program Management -
Design & Architecture
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Birmingham (with UK travel: London, Midlands, Manchester)
Up to £90,000 + benefits
An exciting opportunity for an experienced and commercially driven Director of Master planning 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 master planning 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 master planning 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 meetings
Project Leadership
Lead the design and delivery of complex master planning 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 stakeholders
Studio 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 culture
Requirements for this Director level role:
Proven experience at Associate Director or Director level within master planning, 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 master planning projects
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Interested? Then please send an updated CV to
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