Landscape Architect: Public Parks & Community Design (Flexible)

Jobs in Council; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term contract up to 2 years

35-hour working week

Car allowance

12% superannuation

Flexitime

Ongoing training & development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Blacktown City Council is seeking a qualified Landscape Architect to manage reserve development and landscape improvement projects from design to construction. You will create public spaces that meet community needs and support recreation.

You will consult with residents, prepare landscape designs, specifications and tender documents, and manage tender processes, contracts and timeframes. The role involves coordinating contractors, overseeing construction works and budgeting, while providing

Qualifications

• Qualified Landscape Architect (degree in landscape architecture)
• Experience delivering landscape projects from concept through construction
• Strong communication with residents and stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Consult with residents to understand facility needs and prepare designs, specs and tender documents
• Coordinate contractors and consultants; oversee construction works
• Manage project budgets, contracts and timeframes; prepare council reports and provide landscape advice to teams and community

Skills

Landscape design

Project management

Community consultation

Tender documentation

Education

Bachelor/ Masters in Landscape Architecture

Job description

Blacktown City Council is seeking a qualified Landscape Architect to manage reserve development and landscape improvement projects from design to construction. You will create public spaces that meet community needs and support recreation.

You will consult with residents, prepare landscape designs, specifications and tender documents, and manage tender processes, contracts and timeframes. The role involves coordinating contractors, overseeing construction works and budgeting, while providing