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3D Planning Technician

Cityscape Digital

The Role

Overview

Produce accurate 3D planning visuals and documents for London development proposals.

Key Responsibilities

  • camera matching
  • wireline views
  • planning docs
  • cad modeling
  • client liaison
  • technical lead

Tasks

Leading technical projects. This is a technical 3D role, not a creative or artistic one. The work involves camera matching (aligning 3D models precisely to photographs using survey data), creating wireline views (Accurate Visual Representations or AVRs), and producing supporting documents for planning submissions. These outputs must follow strict procedures and conform to planning standards such as the London View Management Framework (LVMF). Liaising with architects and consultants for project information; responsible for full appraisal of all project information before commencing on a project; assess holes and errors, identify and flag these. Estimating timescales and working within time constraints. Producing documents in support of the teams work for internal or external use Viewing Corridor Analysis and Views Assessment Locations knowledge from the LVMF handbook Attend client meetings fully prepared and engage with parties in attendance; leading 3D element of these meetings as time progresses. We are looking for a methodical, detail-driven individual to join the technical planning team at Cityscape Digital. This role is central to our planning and feasibility work, and focuses on the accurate production of planning images used to support major development proposals in London. Seek critique of your own work and take criticisms on board. -Producing technical documents to accompany planning submissions. -Preparing feasibility visuals and massing studies for early-stage projects. -Camera matching for verified and non-verified views — aligning 3D models to real-world photography with high accuracy using survey and OS coordinate data. -Creating wireline (AVR1) and massing views in line with LVMF and other planning standards. -Collaborating with the Head of Planning and wider team to deliver accurate outputs to client deadlines. -Adhering to the company filing system and PSD structure. -Working with CAD files and architectural drawings to create and geolocate base models.

Requirements

  • 3dsmax
  • photoshop
  • revit
  • cad
  • graduate
  • detail-oriented

What You Bring

Strong written and verbal communication. It is desirable that the candidate has experience working in the London planning industry Graduate, intern or 1-2 years experience in one or more of the following fields: planning, architectural, architectural visualisation, digital or technical illustration. Work as part of a team, as well as working independently on projects. Applicants with relevant portfolios and experience will be shortlisted for interview. Applicants must be able to work in the UK. If you are interested please send a PDF portfolio and CV to [email protected] with the email subject “3D Planning Technician 2025”. Ability to produce advanced analysis material within our standards, under the guidance of the Lead Analyst You'll receive full training in our workflow and visual standards, but you must already be comfortable working with 3D software and show a strong interest in buildings, architecture, and the urban environment. -Wants to apply their 3D skills in a structured, planning-focused context. -Familiarity with other 3D or CAD software (e.g., Rhino, Revit, AutoCad). -Basic and detailed 3D modelling from architecture drawings and reference information -Good knowledge of 3DSMax is desired; Proficiency in Photoshop -Good time management skills -enjoys technical, rules-based work with clearly defined outcomes. -Excellent attention to detail -Has a strong eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy.

Benefits

Company benefits 🗓️ 20 days annual leave + public holidays, increasing to 23 after 5 years service We are also happy to receive links to your best and most appropriate work, but if there is no PDF portfolio attached to your email we will not review your application. 🏥 Private health insurance after successful probation 🚄 Travel card loans after successful probation 🥂 Happy Hour on Fridays 🚴 Cycle to work scheme, with secure cycle storage and showers 🏙️ Centrally located office in London Bridge, moments away from mainline and tube stations ☮️ Access to Headspace wellbeing app 🤖 Hybrid work environment We provide training on all procedures and standards for our workflow. As a company that thrives on innovation, we will provide ongoing opportunities for individuals to deepen their knowledge, increase their skills through training and mentoring. 🗝️ Pension scheme

The Company

About Cityscape Digital

-Headquartered in London’s Bermondsey, the company has expanded from a niche visualisation outfit into a global real estate consultancy. -They began by guiding developers through feasibility and planning, producing zone-of-visual-influence studies and verified visual representations. -As projects matured, they layered in marketing visuals: creative direction, brand communication, and advertising suites to bring designs to market. -They pioneerd virtual reality and real-time rendering, enabling immersive stakeholder engagement on major masterplans and complex public consultations. -Their services include HD aerial photography and film, capturing iconic city landmarks and development sites to enrich storytelling. -Clients typically include large-scale residential and commercial developers and architects, with projects spanning planning applications and sales-ready campaigns. -They offer services across feasibility, design testing, planning sign-off, marketing launch, and aerial storytelling, covering the full project lifecycle. -They uniquely combine engineering-grade visual analysis with creative marketing services and VR tools under one roof.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government

Interview Process

-shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview.