Lead Urban Designer
Global Technical Talent, Sacramento, CA, United States
Primary Job Title
Lead Urban Designer
Alternate/Related Job Titles
Senior Urban Designer
Urban Design Lead
Urban Planning Lead
Principal Urban Designer
Urban Design Manager
Location Sacramento, CA
Onsite Flexibility Hybrid
Job Details (Direct Hire only)
Position Type: Direct Hire
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay / Salary: $150,000 - $190,000/year
Job Summary The Lead Urban Designer is responsible for
driving design vision
across urban planning and design projects, leading initiatives from concept through delivery. This role combines strategic leadership, creative design, and stakeholder engagement to deliver innovative urban solutions across California-based projects. The position requires deep expertise in urban design, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced studio environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead urban design projects including specific plans, master plans, and community plans
Drive design concepts through visioning, site analysis, feasibility studies, and strategy development
Mentor and guide junior team members within the Urban Design + Planning Studio
Develop 2D and 3D visualizations including site plans, renderings, and simulations
Prepare graphically rich reports and presentations using design tools
Lead community engagement efforts including workshops and outreach initiatives
Support business development activities including proposals and client relationship management
Collaborate across disciplines such as environmental planning and climate action
Required Experience
12–15 years of
urban design and planning experience
in a consulting environment
Advanced knowledge of California urban planning practices including housing, mixed-use, and transit-oriented development
Experience managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams
Strong presentation and storytelling skills for client and community engagement
Proficiency in design and modeling tools including AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint, and Excel
Nice-to-Have Experience
Advanced knowledge of Lumion or similar rendering tools
Experience with form-based codes, zoning, and design standards
Background in sustainability or climate-focused planning
Required Skills
Urban design leadership
Project and team management
Design visualization and communication
Preferred Skills
3D modeling and rendering
Community engagement
Business development
Strategic planning
Additional Skills
Ability to develop creative and innovative design solutions
Strong collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
Experience leading stakeholder engagement and outreach
Strong analytical and feasibility assessment skills
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
About the Client Design-focused urban planning and development firm specializing in innovative, sustainable, and community-driven solutions. The organization emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and impactful design to shape thriving communities across California.
About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number 26-02691
Hashtags #LI-GTT #LI-Hybrid #gttjobs
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Alternate/Related Job Titles
Senior Urban Designer
Urban Design Lead
Urban Planning Lead
Principal Urban Designer
Urban Design Manager
Location Sacramento, CA
Onsite Flexibility Hybrid
Job Details (Direct Hire only)
Position Type: Direct Hire
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay / Salary: $150,000 - $190,000/year
Job Summary The Lead Urban Designer is responsible for
driving design vision
across urban planning and design projects, leading initiatives from concept through delivery. This role combines strategic leadership, creative design, and stakeholder engagement to deliver innovative urban solutions across California-based projects. The position requires deep expertise in urban design, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced studio environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead urban design projects including specific plans, master plans, and community plans
Drive design concepts through visioning, site analysis, feasibility studies, and strategy development
Mentor and guide junior team members within the Urban Design + Planning Studio
Develop 2D and 3D visualizations including site plans, renderings, and simulations
Prepare graphically rich reports and presentations using design tools
Lead community engagement efforts including workshops and outreach initiatives
Support business development activities including proposals and client relationship management
Collaborate across disciplines such as environmental planning and climate action
Required Experience
12–15 years of
urban design and planning experience
in a consulting environment
Advanced knowledge of California urban planning practices including housing, mixed-use, and transit-oriented development
Experience managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams
Strong presentation and storytelling skills for client and community engagement
Proficiency in design and modeling tools including AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint, and Excel
Nice-to-Have Experience
Advanced knowledge of Lumion or similar rendering tools
Experience with form-based codes, zoning, and design standards
Background in sustainability or climate-focused planning
Required Skills
Urban design leadership
Project and team management
Design visualization and communication
Preferred Skills
3D modeling and rendering
Community engagement
Business development
Strategic planning
Additional Skills
Ability to develop creative and innovative design solutions
Strong collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
Experience leading stakeholder engagement and outreach
Strong analytical and feasibility assessment skills
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
About the Client Design-focused urban planning and development firm specializing in innovative, sustainable, and community-driven solutions. The organization emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and impactful design to shape thriving communities across California.
About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number 26-02691
Hashtags #LI-GTT #LI-Hybrid #gttjobs
#J-18808-Ljbffr