Design Director

Bristol

£70k - 100k per year

Full Time

Planning, Town Planning, Urban Design

10 September 2026

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Design Director - Bristol
 
Up to £100,000 + package DOE
South West, Bristol
 
We're currently working with an established and growing planning consultancy who are looking to appoint an experienced Design Director to join their Urban Design South West team in Bristol.
 
This is a senior leadership opportunity for a proven Design Director with a strong background in land promotion and strategic development. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the design function, developing client relationships and helping to grow the team as the business continues to expand.
 
We're specifically looking for someone who is currently operating at Director level and can demonstrate a strong portfolio of successful work. Experience needs to extend beyond small-scale residential schemes. We're looking for candidates who understand large-scale land promotion and strategic development.
 
The ideal candidate
Currently working at Design Director level or equivalent alongside a town planning team.
Proven experience delivering substantial development projects.
An excellent portfolio demonstrating a high standard of design and delivery.
A demonstrable track record of winning work and developing client relationships.
Proven leadership experience, with the ability to lead, mentor and grow a team.
 
This is a chance to take a genuine leadership role within an ambitious and growing business, with the autonomy to help shape and expand the design team.
 
Alongside working on major development opportunities, you'll have the opportunity to lead and grow a team, influence the design strategy and play a key part in the continued success of the business.
 
If you're an established Design Director with a strong background in land promotion and strategic development and are considering your next move, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. [email protected] or 02393 876 054
 
Reference - 68800

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