Nicholas Hugh Goddard
About Nicholas Hugh Goddard
Nicholas Hugh Goddard is a Senior Urban Designer at Arup, with extensive experience in urban design and planning, and a strong academic background in urban policy and inclusive growth.
Company
Nicholas Hugh Goddard is currently employed at Arup as a Senior Urban Designer. He has been with the company since 2021, working from the firm’s London office in the United Kingdom. Arup is a globally recognized firm known for its engineering, design, and consulting services.
Title
Nicholas holds the title of Senior Urban Designer. In this capacity, he works on projects that shape the built environment, ensuring they are aligned with policy and commercial imperatives. His work involves the articulation of complex urban processes into clear and actionable design propositions.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas achieved an MSc in Urban Design and City Planning from University College London (UCL) between 2014 and 2015. He also holds a Master of Town and Country Planning from The University of Manchester, which he completed between 2008 and 2012. His academic background provides a solid foundation in urban policy, inclusive growth, and high street dynamics.
Previous Positions
Before his current role at Arup, Nicholas worked as an Urban Designer and Programme Manager on secondment at HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd from 2020 to 2021. He previously held the role of Urban Designer at Arup from 2015 to 2021. Earlier in his career, he worked as an Assistant Planner at Peel Group from 2013 to 2014.
Background in Urban Design and Planning
Nicholas engages in academic research that focuses on spatial elements of urban policy, inclusive growth, and high streets. He works at the interface of design and planning, creating vibrant places that promote environmental and social sustainability. His role requires him to manage the interplay between policy directives and commercial needs in urban development.