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Join to apply for the Senior Urban Designer role at Ascent Join to apply for the Senior Urban Designer role at Ascent Full-time Our ideal candidate has experience working on planning and urban design projects throughout the State of California, with experience in visioning, master plans, streetscape, community plans, specific plans, zoning, form-based codes, design standards, feasibility studies, and community engagement. We are looking for someone with a collaborative attitude, the ability to go beyond convention and develop creative and elegant solutions, and an interest in being part of a fast-paced design studio. Ascent is looking to fill a full-time position for a Senior Urban Designer to join our Urban Design and Planning practice in our Sacramento or San Diego office. In a typical week as an Ascent Senior Urban Designer, you might: Lead design development and visioning in coordination with clients and design director, including project management, and preparation of design and planning studies, site analysis, site plans, feasibility studies, and design concepts and strategies. Develop 2D and 3D plans and graphics, massing and building prototype studies, site studies, site plans, and concept diagrams. Develop 3D renderings and before/after simulations. Prepare graphically rich reports, presentations, presentation boards, and design/planning documents using InDesign and PowerPoint. Support inclusive community engagement and outreach activities, workshops, and meetings for both in-person and virtual outreach. A minimum of 10-15 years of consulting experience in urban design and planning, with advanced knowledge of the profession as practiced in the State of California, including planning for urban housing and mixed-use infill, transit-oriented development, and complete streets implementation. An advanced degree in urban design or planning (MAUD, MLAUD, MUP) and an undergraduate degree in architecture or landscape architecture (BArch, B LArch) or a similar combination. Experience managing complex urban design and planning projects, including managing sub-consultant teams, supervising design work by junior staff, providing design feedback and technical guidance, and supporting or leading proposal and business development activities. Experience successfully facilitating and analyzing client and community feedback and incorporating it into design concepts and strategies. Excellent presentation skills, including strong design and graphic communication skills, as well as the ability to present design concepts to the client, community, and others through compelling presentations and storytelling. Advanced graphic, drawing, and 3D modeling/rendering abilities, with demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino (or similar 3D modeling/ rendering tools), Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign), PowerPoint, and Excel are required. Advanced knowledge of Lumion or other rendering platforms is preferred Typical office environment Hybrid (minimum 3 plus days in the office are anticipated) Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Travel Limited travel may be required Work authorization/security clearance requirements: We are committed to holistic investments in our team, offering not only competitive salaries and comprehensive medical benefits but also a range of perks designed to enhance emotional, financial, and physical wellness. As a people first organization, we value and will strive to ascend by welcoming and uplifting all voices, ideas, achievements, and contributions, including those from marginalized communities and identities. Ascent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Ascent is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact PeopleResources@ascent.Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Industries Environmental Services and Community Development and Urban Planning Medical insurance Disability insurance Architectural Designer (Full-Time or Contract) Los Angeles, CA $90,000.Entry Level Architectural Designer (Junior) Associate Planner (Planner) - Current Planning California, United States $73,257.We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #